Altria Group Stock Dips on Decline in Cigarette Volumes - Barron's
1. Altria's Q4 earnings matched expectations at $1.29 per share. 2. Cigarette shipment volume decreased 8.8% in Q4 and 10.2% in 2024. 3. CEO expects 2025 earnings growth of 2% to 5% from 2024. 4. Altria initiated a $1 billion share repurchase program. 5. Illicit e-vapor products hinder domestic cigarette sales growth.