Here's What to Expect From Altria Group’s Next Earnings Report

Company Overview - Altria Group, Inc. is valued at $96.8 billion and is a leading tobacco company based in Richmond, Virginia, known for brands like Marlboro and Copenhagen [1] Financial Performance - Analysts expect Altria to report an adjusted EPS of $1.30 for the upcoming fourth quarter, a slight increase from $1.29 in the same quarter last year [2] - For fiscal 2025, Altria's adjusted EPS is projected to be $5.44, reflecting a 6.3% increase from $5.12 in fiscal 2024, with further growth expected to $5.56 in FY2026 [3] Stock Performance - Over the past 52 weeks, Altria's shares have increased by 10.8%, which is lower than the S&P 500 Index's return of 16.4% but better than the Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR Fund's slight decline [4] Dividend Policy - Altria announced a quarterly dividend of $1.06 per share, scheduled for payment on January 9, 2026, demonstrating the company's commitment to returning capital to shareholders [5] Analyst Ratings - The consensus rating for Altria is neutral with a "Hold" recommendation; among 14 analysts, 4 suggest "Strong Buy," 8 recommend "Hold," 1 advises "Moderate Sell," and 1 gives a "Strong Sell" rating, with a mean price target of $61.45 indicating a potential upside of 6.6% [6]