Quick Takeaways:
- Altria (MO, Financial) surpassed Q1 earnings expectations but fell short on revenue.
- Analysts project an average 1-year price target of $57.15, slightly below the current stock price.
- GuruFocus estimates suggest a significant downside from the current market price.
Altria Q1 Earnings: A Mixed Bag
Altria Group Inc. (MO) delivered a mixed performance in the first quarter, exceeding earnings forecasts but falling short on revenue. The company reported a non-GAAP earnings per share (EPS) of $1.23, beating consensus estimates by $0.04.
Despite this earnings beat, Altria saw revenues of $4.52 billion, which represents a 4.2% decline from the same period last year and missed analyst expectations by $100 million. Notably, NJOY consumables experienced a substantial 23.9% rise in shipment volume, although device shipments dropped dramatically by 70%.
Analyst Price Targets and Recommendations
According to 12 Wall Street analysts, the projected average price target for Altria Group Inc. (MO, Financial) over the next year is $57.15, with estimates ranging from a high of $73.00 to a low of $46.00. This average target suggests a slight downside of 1.78% from Altria's current stock price of $58.19. Investors looking for more specific data can visit the Altria Group Inc. (MO) Forecast page.
The consensus among 14 brokerage firms positions Altria's stock under a "Hold" recommendation with an average rating of 2.7. This rating scale spans from 1, indicating a Strong Buy, to 5, representing a Sell.
GF Value: A Look at Altria's Fair Value
GuruFocus' GF Value metric estimates that Altria Group Inc.'s (MO, Financial) fair value price in one year should be around $47.46. This estimation implies a potential downside of 18.44% from its current market price of $58.19. The GF Value is derived from historical stock trading multiples, past business performance, and future business projections. For a deeper dive, investors can explore more on the Altria Group Inc. (MO) Summary page.
