Altria Group Inc Dividend Yield
Data as of August 04, 2026
Dividend Yield
6.21%
Annual Dividend
$4.24
Stock Price
$68.26
Market Cap
$114.09B
How It's Calculated
6.21% = $4.24 ÷ $68.26 × 100
What This Means
Altria Group Inc's dividend yield of 6.21% is well above the market average. While attractive, very high yields can sometimes signal financial stress or an unsustainable payout — always check the payout ratio.
About Altria Group Inc
Altria Group Inc (MO) operates in the Tobacco sector, specifically in Tobacco. With a market capitalization of about $114.09B, it ranks as a large-cap stock — a major established company.
Shares recently traded near $68.26, within a 52-week range of $54.70 to $77.06 (-11.4% from the high, +24.8% from the low). Beta of 0.51 indicates relatively lower volatility versus the market.
Trailing profit margin is about 34.0%, signaling a strong profit margin relative to many peers.
Understanding This Metric
Dividend yield measures annual cash distributions relative to share price. For Altria Group Inc, yield should be read alongside payout sustainability and free cash flow. In Tobacco, income investors often compare yield with peers, but a very high yield can sometimes signal payout stress rather than value.
Sector Comparison
Among Tobacco names on our S&P 100 coverage, Altria Group Inc's dividend yield of 6.21% can be compared with peers such as PM (3.14%). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Tobacco stocks.
Key Takeaways
- MO is grouped in the Tobacco sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 0.51 suggests lower-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 34.0% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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$4.24
Sector
Tobacco
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does MO pay a dividend?
Yes — Altria Group Inc currently shows an annual dividend rate of about $4.24 per share on this data snapshot.
How is dividend yield calculated for MO?
Dividend yield = annual dividend per share ÷ stock price × 100. With price and dividend inputs here, MO's yield is about 6.21%. Verify ex-dividend dates and payout changes on the issuer's investor relations site.
How does 6.21% compare to sector peers?
In Tobacco, peer yields such as PM (3.14%) help frame MO's 6.21%. Very high yields can signal value or payout stress.
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