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Cerity Partners LLC increased its holdings in shares of Altria Group, Inc. (NYSE: MO) by 6.6% during the third quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 575,041 shares of the company's stock after acquiring an additional 35,803 shares during the period. Cerity Partners
I present my top 10 high-yield dividend-paying companies for 2026, emphasizing sustainable income, growth, and capital appreciation. Selections include AXA, Allianz, PepsiCo, Verizon, Nestlé, Realty Income, VICI Properties, Altria, Chevron, and Petrobras, all meeting strict yield, valuation, and size criteria. These companies offer attractive forward dividend yields, strong dividend growth records, competitive industry positioning, and current valuations that provide a margin of safety.
Zacks.com users have recently been watching Altria (MO) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.
Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran, whose term ends on January 31, argued in a recent Fox Business interview that the Fed should implement well over 100 basis points (or one percentage point) of rate cuts this year to support economic growth.
The Dividend Harvesting Portfolio ended 2025 with a 34.05% account balance increase and 40.33% higher forward dividend income, reaching $2,711.17. The portfolio's yield stands at 8.08%, with a 33.13% return on invested capital and strong downside risk mitigation. Recent capital was allocated to AMLP and ARCC, targeting energy and BDC sectors for robust yield and growth as rates decline.
Altria is a large consumer staples company with an industry-leading brand. The stock boasts a growing dividend to back its huge 7.4% yield.
Altria Group (MO) presents a strong contrarian opportunity both for swing traders and long-term investors. In the near term, the stock trades near key support at ~$55 with technical indicators signaling a potential rebound. Fundamentally, MO's current P/E of ~10x reflects market pessimism over topline declines, but exceptional profitability and pricing power remain underappreciated.
Altria has been growing its dividend for decades. In recent years, however, the company's top line has struggled to grow.
Altria's most important business is the production of cigarettes. The company's cigarette volume is in decline, and so, too, is its top line.
MO is moving beyond cigarettes as volumes fall, focusing on oral nicotine, e-vapor and heated tobacco to support growth.
Dividend stocks are a favorite among investors for good reason. They provide a steady income stream and offer a promising avenue for total return.
Simon Quick Advisors LLC lowered its stake in Altria Group, Inc. (NYSE: MO) by 79.5% during the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the SEC. The fund owned 3,318 shares of the company's stock after selling 12,866 shares during the period. Simon Quick Advisors LLC's holdings in
CWA Asset Management Group LLC raised its position in Altria Group, Inc. (NYSE: MO) by 8.6% in the undefined quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 335,418 shares of the company's stock after acquiring an additional 26,624 shares
Davis Capital Management acquired a new stake in shares of Altria Group, Inc. (NYSE: MO) in the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the SEC. The firm acquired 13,387 shares of the company's stock, valued at approximately $884,000. Other large investors also recently added to or reduced
Altria presents a compelling turnaround opportunity for 2026, driven by leadership transition, regulatory wins, and an expanded $2.0B stock buyback program. MO is on track to pay out ~76% of its adjusted EPS in 2026, which leaves room for new category investments as well as a higher dividend. Regulatory approval for six new on!-branded nicotine pouches and ongoing pivot to smoke-free products support future growth despite secular declines in combustibles.
The Dividend Harvesting Portfolio delivered a 31.86% return on invested capital and $2,688.84 in forward annualized dividend income. I expect financials and technology to outperform in 2026, driven by lower rates, AI adoption, and expanding GDP. Recent additions include GPIQ for its dynamic covered call strategy and STWD for its high yield and undervaluation.
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Altria is a giant consumer staples company with a lofty 7.3% yield. Target is a giant retailer with a high 4.5% yield.