Vector Group Ltd. was an American diversified holding company with two major businesses: Liggett Group[6] (tobacco) and New Valley (real estate).[7] In August 2024, Vector Group agreed to be acquired by Japan Tobacco (JT Group) to become a wholly owned consolidated subsidiary of JT.[8] The deal was completed in October 2024.[9]
Bennett S. LeBow founded Vector Group in 1986. Since then, he has served as Chairman. Howard Lorber has served as the Company's President and Chief Executive Officer since 1994.[10] Vector Group was previously called Brooke Group.[11]