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Altria

Altria Group, Inc. operates as a holding company, which engages in the manufacture and sale of cigarettes in the United States. It operates through the following segments: Smokeable Products, Oral tobacco products, and Wine. The Smokeable Products segment consists of cigarettes manufactured and sold by PM USA and machine-made large cigars and pipe tobacco manufactured and sold by Middleton. The Oral tobacco products segment is primarily moist smokeless tobacco products (MSTs) through brands like Copenhagen and Skoal as well as on! oral nicotine pouches sold by Helix. The Wine segment, through subsidiary Ste. Michelle Wine Estates Ltd, produces Washington State wines, primarily Chateau Ste. Michelle and 14 Hands, and owns wineries in or distributes wines from several other wine regions. The company was founded in 1919 and is headquartered in Richmond, VA.

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Altria reports robust Q4 earnings, focuses on innovation and growth

Altria's Q4 2022 performance reflects resilience amidst industry challenges, with a focus on innovation and shareholder returns. The company's strategic initiatives in smoke-free products and digital engagement underscore its commitment to long-term growth and harm reduction.

Altria reports resilient Q1 performance amid industry challenges and opportunities

Altria's Q1 2023 earnings call highlighted strong performance amidst industry challenges, emphasizing harm reduction and regulatory compliance. The company faces hurdles from inflation, regulatory changes, and evolving consumer behaviors, while focusing on growth opportunities in smoke-free products and strategic investments.

Altria reports solid Q2 earnings, eyes e-vapor growth opportunities

Altria's focus on smoke-free products and NJOY acquisition driving growth.
Challenges in the cigarette industry due to economic pressures and flavor bans.
Opportunities in the e-vapor category and expansion plans in the U.S.
Strong balance sheet and significant capital returns to shareholders.

Altria reports growth in earnings, navigates regulatory challenges in e-vapor

Altria's Q3 2023 earnings call highlighted solid financial performance, strategic focus on e-vapor products, and efforts to combat illegal vape products. The company faces challenges from regulatory uncertainties and illicit products but sees opportunities in expanding NJOY's reach and addressing market gaps.

Altria reports growth in smoke-free products amidst regulatory challenges

Altria's Q4 2023 earnings call highlighted growth in adjusted EPS, strategic focus on smoke-free products, and efforts to combat illicit e-vapor products. The company faces challenges in competitive segments and economic pressures but sees opportunities in new product introductions and regulatory collaborations.

Altria reports mixed Q1 performance, focuses on growth strategies

Altria's Q1 performance showed growth in NJOY and oral tobacco segments, with challenges in EPS decline and economic pressures on consumers.
Strengths include reaffirmed EPS guidance, strategic investments, and focus on combating illicit e-vapor products.
Opportunities lie in maximizing profitability in oral tobacco, product positioning, and capturing transitioning consumers.
Overall, Altria's performance reflects a mix of growth, challenges, and strategic opportunities in navigating market dynamics.

Altria's NJOY drives growth as company navigates e-vapor challenges

Altria's Q2 2024 earnings call showcased strong performance in smoke-free products, highlighting growth in retail share and volume momentum. Despite challenges in the e-vapor category, the company remains focused on responsible regulation and enforcement. With a commitment to shareholder value and long-term growth strategies, Altria is poised for continued success.

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Altria Group, Inc. is a holding company, which engages in the manufacture and sale of cigarettes in the United States. It operates through the following segments: Smokeable Products, Oral Tobacco Products, and All Other. The Smokeable Products segment consists of cigarettes manufactured and sold by PM USA, and machine-made large cigars and pipe tobacco manufactured and sold by Middleton. The Oral Tobacco Products segment includes MST and snus products manufactured and sold by USSTC, and oral nicotine pouches manufactured and sold by Helix. The All Other segment refers to the financial results of NJOY, Helix ROW, and the IQOS System heated tobacco business. The company was founded in 1919 and is headquartered in Richmond, VA.

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Altria (MO) unveils 2028 Enterprise Goals, including corporate financial metrics and U.S. smoke-free portfolio goals. The company is building an impressive portfolio of smoke-free products.

Altria (MO) on Growth Track, Unveils 2028 Enterprise Goals

The maker of Marlboro cigarettes hopes to approximately double its total U.S. smoke-free net revenue by 2028.

Altria Believes Smoke-Free Products Could Double Revenue for the Growth Area

Altria Group, Inc (NYSE:MO), maker of Marlboro cigarettes, may expand its offering to include non-nicotine products including cannabis, according to a report in the Wall Street Journal. At an investor day on Thursday, the tobacco giant told investors that its 2028 investor goals include aspirations to compete beyond the US nicotine space.

Marlboro maker Altria considers cannabis as it ignites growth in smoke-free revenue

Marlboro cigarette parent Altria Group Inc. MO, -1.70% said it is considering expanding into non-nicotine offering, including cannabis and caffeine pouches, according to a report in The Wall Street Journal. Altria had said at its Investor Day Thursday that it targets at least 35% growth in U.S. smoke-free volumes by 2028, and to double total U.S. smoke-free revenue to $5 billion over the same time, with $2 billion coming from “innovative” smoke-free products, according to a FactSet transcript.

Marlboro cigarettes maker Altria looks to double its smoke-free revenue in 5 years, and considers expanding to cannabis and caffeine pouches, WSJ reports

Altria shares fell 3.7% on Thursday after its investor day, more than other tobacco stocks. They have fallen 17% in the past year. The dividend is moving from an 80% payout ratio to a mid-single-digit annual increase as EPS will likely become more volatile.

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