MO — Altria Group, Inc.
Dividend Grades
vs Consumer Defensive sector| Metric | MO | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 6.45% | 3.02% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 4.12% | 4.46% |
| Payout Ratio | 101.0% | 57.4% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 23 | 20 |
| 1Y Total Return | +18.4% | 0.1% |
Grades compare this stock to Consumer Defensive sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
4.00%
3-Year Growth
4.17%
5-Year Growth
4.12%
10-Year Growth
6.72%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
Mar 25, 2026
Next Payment
Apr 30, 2026
Last Ex-Date
Dec 26, 2025
Last Payment
Jan 9, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 25, 2026 | $1.0600 | 0.00% |
| Dec 26, 2025 | $1.0600 | 0.00% |
| Sep 15, 2025 | $1.0600 | +3.92% |
| Jun 16, 2025 | $1.0200 | 0.00% |
| Mar 25, 2025 | $1.0200 | 0.00% |
| Dec 26, 2024 | $1.0200 | 0.00% |
| Sep 16, 2024 | $1.0200 | +4.08% |
| Jun 14, 2024 | $0.9800 | 0.00% |
| Mar 22, 2024 | $0.9800 | 0.00% |
| Dec 20, 2023 | $0.9800 | 0.00% |
| Sep 14, 2023 | $0.9800 | +4.26% |
| Jun 14, 2023 | $0.9400 | 0.00% |
| Mar 23, 2023 | $0.9400 | 0.00% |
| Dec 21, 2022 | $0.9400 | 0.00% |
| Sep 14, 2022 | $0.9400 | +4.44% |
| Jun 14, 2022 | $0.9000 | 0.00% |
| Mar 24, 2022 | $0.9000 | 0.00% |
| Dec 22, 2021 | $0.9000 | 0.00% |
| Sep 14, 2021 | $0.9000 | +4.65% |
| Jun 14, 2021 | $0.8600 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
101.0%
HighFCF Payout Ratio
77.0%
ModerateFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $0.63 | $2.68B |
| Q2 2025 | $1.41 | $173.00M |
| Q3 2025 | $1.41 | $3.04B |
| Q4 2025 | $0.67 | $3.18B |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Altria Group, Inc. pay a dividend?
Yes, Altria Group, Inc. (MO) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 6.45%.
What is MO's dividend yield?
MO's current dividend yield is 6.45%. The annual dividend is $4.16.
When is MO's next ex-dividend date?
MO's next ex-dividend date is Mar 25, 2026.
How many years has Altria Group, Inc. increased its dividend?
Altria Group, Inc. has increased its dividend for 16 consecutive years.
About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 22, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.