Altria Group is a leading company in the tobacco and consumer goods industry, primarily known for its extensive portfolio of cigarette brands, including Marlboro. The company engages in the manufacture, marketing, and sale of various tobacco products and related offerings. Beyond traditional tobacco, Altria has been expanding its focus on smoke-free alternatives, such as e-vapor products and heated tobacco devices, as part of its strategy to adapt to changing consumer preferences and regulatory landscapes. Additionally, Altria is involved in wine production and has made investments in cannabis and other non-tobacco businesses, reflecting a commitment to diversifying its product range and engaging with emerging markets. Read More
While profitability is essential, it doesn’t guarantee long-term success.
Some companies that rest on their margins will lose ground as competition intensifies - as Jeff Bezos said, "Your margin is my opportunity".
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is set to launch a pilot program to fast-track the review of nicotine pouches from four major tobacco companies amid mounting pressure from the Trump administration.
Altria (MO) offers a high 6.38% dividend yield, backed by a strong payment history, exceptional profitability, and a solid financial profile for durable income.
Large-cap stocks have the power to shape entire industries thanks to their size and widespread influence.
With such vast footprints, however, finding new areas for growth is much harder than for smaller, more agile players.
Consumer staples stocks are solid insurance policies in frothy markets ripe for corrections. The flip side is that they frequently fall behind growth industries when times are good,
and this perception became a reality over the past six months as the sector was down 1.1% while the S&P 500 was up 8.8%.
Shares of RDDT, MO, and GRNC all soared following strong Q2 earnings, but are now showing signs of stalling out. Is it time to take profits on these winners?
When Wall Street turns bearish on a stock, it’s worth paying attention.
These calls stand out because analysts rarely issue grim ratings on companies for fear their firms will lose out in other business lines such as M&A advisory.
On Aug. 21, 2025, Altria Group Inc. increased its dividend by 3.92%, from $1.02 to $1.06 per share. The dividend is payable on Oct. 10 to shareholders of record on Sept. 15.
The S&P 500 (^GSPC) is full of established businesses, but only some continue to outperform the market.
A few standout companies are thriving thanks to strong fundamentals and sustained competitive advantages.
Over the past six months, Altria has been a great trade, beating the S&P 500 by 16.2%. Its stock price has climbed to $67.75, representing a healthy 22.6% increase. This was partly due to its solid quarterly results, and the run-up might have investors contemplating their next move.
