Altria: 40 Big Yields Down Big, These 4 Worth Considering

If you like big, steady income, there are a lot of tempting opportunities that have recently sold off significantly. In particular, this report reviews four distinct big-yield categories, from which Altria's category (well-covered qualified dividends) is arguably the best. After sharing big-yield data and reviewing four specific compelling opportunities (including a deep dive into Altria's business, "sin-stock" valuation, dividend, and risks), I conclude with my strong opinion on investing.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 13, 2025

Dividend Harvesting Portfolio Week 249: $24,900 Allocated, $2,646.53 In Projected Dividends

The Dividend Harvesting Portfolio remains up 32.60% on invested capital, yielding 8.02%, despite a temporary dip in dividend income from the MSTY reverse split. A dovish Fed rate cut and bullish GDP projections support expectations for a year-end market rally, favoring income-generating, rate-sensitive holdings. Recent capital was allocated to AMLP for high-yield, fee-based energy exposure, and to VZ, citing turnaround potential and robust EBITDA.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 12, 2025

Is Altria's 7.3% Yield Safe? This 1 Thing Matters Most in 2026

Altria continues to build on its multidecade streak of dividend hikes even as its cigarette business fades. The stock's yield is high due to Altria's slow growth and tepid share price performance, not financial risk.

The Motley Fool • Dec 11, 2025

Is This Ultra-High-Yield Dividend Stock a No-Brainer Heading Into 2026?

Cigarette maker Altria has increased its annual dividend for 56 consecutive years. It has used its pricing power to offset declining volume due to fewer adult smokers.

The Motley Fool • Dec 11, 2025

Altria CEO Gifford to Retire in 2026, CFO Mancuso Tapped to Take Over

Altria Group said Chief Executive Billy Gifford will retire in May and named chief financial officer, Sal Mancuso, as Gifford's replacement.

WSJ • Dec 11, 2025

Altria Group, Inc. Announces Retirement of CEO Billy Gifford and Appointment of Sal Mancuso as Successor

RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $MO #Altria--Altria Group Inc. Announces Retirement of CEO Billy Gifford and Appointment of Sal Mancuso as Successor.

Business Wire • Dec 11, 2025

Dividend Kings: 3 Ideal Buys In 56 For December

Dividend Kings remain largely overvalued, but six—including MO, UVV, HRL, KVUE, CDUAF, and UBSI—are now fairly priced with yields (from $1k invested) exceeding share prices. Analyst forecasts project net gains of 19.89% to 93.08% for select high-yield Dividend Kings by December 2026, with an average net gain of 34.89%. Only three Dividend Kings—MO, KVUE, UBSI—currently meet both the 'safer' dividend and fair price criteria, supported by positive free cash flow yields.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 11, 2025

My 2 Favorite Stocks to Buy Right Now

Opendoor's business will warm up as the housing market stabilizes. Altria's low valuation and high yield will limit its downside potential.

The Motley Fool • Dec 11, 2025

Altria Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend of $1.06 Per Share

RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $MO #Altria--Altria Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend of $1.06 Per Share.

Business Wire • Dec 10, 2025

Altria Stock Trading at a Discount to Industry: Buy or Hold?

MO trades at a steep discount with steady gains, but its momentum rests on pricing power, brand strength and managing persistent volume declines.

Zacks Investment Research • Dec 10, 2025