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Altria Group (MO)

(Delayed Data from NYSE)

$49.42 USD

49.42
8,776,884

+0.30 (0.61%)

Updated Jul 24, 2024 04:00 PM ET

Pre-Market: $49.61 +0.19 (0.38%) 9:24 AM ET

Zacks Rank:

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Zacks Rank Definition Annualized Return
1Strong Buy24.15%
2Buy17.88%
3Hold9.47%
4Sell5.14%
5Strong Sell2.57%
S&P50011.11%

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3-Hold of 5     3    

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Value Score A
Growth Score A
Momentum Score A
VGM Score A

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As an investor, you want to buy stocks with the highest probability of success. That means you want to buy stocks with a Zacks Rank #1 or #2, Strong Buy or Buy, which also has a Score of an A or a B in your personal trading style.

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C Value A Growth C Momentum B VGM

Industry Rank:

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An industry with a larger percentage of Zacks Rank #1's and #2's will have a better average Zacks Rank than one with a larger percentage of Zacks Rank #4's and #5's.

The industry with the best average Zacks Rank would be considered the top industry (1 out of 265), which would place it in the top 1% of Zacks Ranked Industries. The industry with the worst average Zacks Rank (265 out of 265) would place in the bottom 1%.

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Top 25% (62 out of 250)

Industry: Tobacco

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Zacks News

Altria Group has been evolving with the changing industry dynamics. Given the rising health consciousness and stern government regulations to discourage smoking, this tobacco behemoth has been moving beyond traditional cigarettes and expanding in the smokeless category. We note that revenues from the oral product category have been steadily rising on the back of growing popularity for reduced risk products. In this respect, Altria is gaining from the sale of IQOS in United States, through its licensing deal with Phillip Morris. Further, Altria’s investment in Cronos Group highlights its focus on exploring the cannabis market.

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        Altria Group's (MO) Q1 Earnings Top Estimates, Increase Y/Y

        Altria Group (MO) reiterates 2018 outlook after posting solid results for the first quarter. The company also hikes dividend.

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          Weak shipment volumes stemming from declining cigarette sales have long been a hurdle for firms in the tobacco space. However, RRPs are likely to continue expanding.

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              Philip Morris (PM) Q1 earnings and sales rise and management raises earnings view. However, sales continue to miss.

                Can Smokeless Unit Aid Altria (MO) This Earnings Season?

                Altria's (MO) first-quarter 2018 results are likely to benefit from RRPs. However, dismal cigarette volumes are a concern.

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                    Although Philip Morris (PM) continues to struggle with lower cigarette consumption, its first-quarter 2018 results are likely to gain from steady advancements in reduced risk products.

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                        How MO & 3 Others Are Placed in a Challenging Tobacco Space

                        While stringent FDA regulations mar cigarette sales, tobacco firms are trying to stay afloat with RRPs.

                          What Philip Morris' Plant Conversion Could Mean for the Stock

                          Philip Morris (PM) continues to enhance its RRPs category. The company announces plans to convert one of its cigarette production facilities in Greece for manufacturing smoke-free tobacco units.

                            Altria Loses 15% in a Year: Can Strategic Efforts Aid Growth?

                            Amid numerous headwinds plaguing cigarette consumption, Altria (MO) manages to stay afloat in the industry on the back of smokeless products and strong pricing strategies.

                              Why Is Altria Group (MO) Down 10.5% Since its Last Earnings Report?

                              Altria Group (MO) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock? We take a look at earnings estimates for some clues.

                                Will Philip Morris' Efforts to Expand RRPs Fuel Growth?

                                Philip Morris (PM) strives to expand in the reduced risk products category as cigarette volumes continue to decline globally.

                                  Altria (MO) Q4 Earnings Top, Revenues Miss, Guides 2018

                                  Altria Group, Inc. (MO) reported fourth-quarter 2017 results, wherein earnings of 91 cents per share topped the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 80 cents.

                                    Smokeless Unit & Pricing to Fuel Altria (MO) in Q4 Earnings?

                                    In 4Q17, we expect Altria (MO) to gain from strong pricing and focus on smokeless unit, though softness in its smokeable and wine segments remain concerns.

                                      Can Philip Morris' (PM) RRPs Help It Tide Over Hurdles?

                                      Philip Morris (PM) continues to benefit from reduced risk products expansion efforts. However, declining cigarette consumption is a woe.

                                        Can Altria's (MO) Focus on Smokeless Products Fuel Growth?

                                        Declining demand for tobacco products and stringent government regulations have been weighing upon Altria (MO). However, management has been actively working toward producing smokeless products.

                                          Can Smokeless Unit Help Altria (MO) Make a Comeback in 2018?

                                          Although Altria (MO) has been grappling with issues stemming from stern regulations, the growing popularity of smokeless products up lifts hopes for the company's revival.

                                            Will Philip Morris' Cigarette Category Continue to Struggle?

                                            Philip Morris (PM) has been struggling with lower cigarette sales volumes due to stringent government regulations surrounding tobacco consumption.

                                              Can Altria's Efforts Offer Respite From Weak Smokeable Unit?

                                              Altria (MO) strengthens smokeless category amid industry-wide headwinds and declining tobacco consumption.

                                                Can Philip Morris' Low Risk Products Counter Industry Woes?

                                                Phillip Morris (PM) invests in reduce risk products to counter low cigarette consumption.

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