Alpha Score of 68 reflects moderate overall profile with strong momentum, strong value, weak quality, moderate sentiment.
Altria Group (MO) ended the session reflecting broader challenges within the Consumer Staples sector as investors weigh recent performance data. The company currently trades at a P/E ratio of 17.5 with an EPS of 3.75. Financial results show significant pressure on the bottom line, evidenced by a 37.1% decline in EPS growth year-over-year, alongside a 3.1% contraction in revenue. Despite these headwinds, the firm maintains a robust net margin of 29.8%, providing a buffer for its operations. The stock is currently positioned within its 52-week range of $54.72 to $69.70. The Alpha Score of 59 highlights a divergence in internal metrics. The Value sub-score remains the strongest at 79.2, suggesting the market recognizes the current pricing relative to historical norms. Conversely, the Quality sub-score of 43.8 reflects the impact of recent earnings volatility. Momentum and sentiment scores sit at 60.9 and 50 respectively, indicating a neutral stance among market participants. Investors should monitor whether the company can stabilize its revenue trajectory and improve quality metrics throughout the remainder of the quarter.
| Date | Insider | Role | Type | Shares | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 5, 26 | Whitaker Charles N. | SVP, Chief HR Off. & CCO | SELL | 27.9K | $1.9M |
| Fund | Shares Held | Position Value | Action (latest Q) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marshall Wace | 4.28M | $246.97M | NEW |
| Citadel Ken Griffin | 4.18M | $240.99M | NEW |
| D.E. Shaw David Shaw | 2.52M | $145.35M | NEW |
| Renaissance Technologies Jim Simons (founder) | 2.12M | $122.24M | NEW |
| Point72 Steve Cohen | 811K | $46.77M | NEW |
| Blackstone | 64K | $3.70M | NEW |
| Maverick Capital Lee Ainslie | 15K | $889.3K | NEW |
Altria Group, Inc. is an American holding company founded in 1985, renowned as a leader in the tobacco industry with a heritage spanning over 200 years. It owns key subsidiaries including Philip Morris USA, producer of the iconic Marlboro cigarettes and other brands like Parliament and Virginia Slims; John Middleton, maker of Black & Mild cigars; U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Company, offering Copenhagen and Skoal moist smokeless tobacco; Helix Innovations with on! oral nicotine pouches; and NJOY, featuring the first FDA-authorized e-vapor products for tobacco and menthol flavors. Altria is advancing its 'Moving Beyond Smoking' vision by developing smoke-free alternatives, including a joint venture for heated tobacco products, and holds strategic investments in Anheuser-Busch InBev, the global beer leader, and Cronos Group, an emerging cannabinoid firm. Headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, the company supports approximately 6,200 employees, over 300,000 retailers, and 960 tobacco growers while contributing significantly to communities through $59.7 million in donations in 2024. Altria maintains a strong focus on responsibility, sustainability, and shareholder returns via consistent dividends.
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