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Altria Group, Inc., through its subsidiaries, manufactures and sells smokeable and oral tobacco products in the United States. The company provides cigarettes primarily under the Marlboro brand; cigars and pipe tobacco principally under the Black & Mild brand; and moist smokeless tobacco products under the Copenhagen, Skoal, Red Seal, and Husky brands, as well as provides on! oral nicotine pouches. It sells its tobacco products primarily to wholesalers, including distributors; and large retail organizations, such as chain stores. Altria Group, Inc. was founded in 1822 and is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.

Altria Dividend Announcement

Altria announced a quarterly dividend of $1.02 per ordinary share which will be made payable on 2025-01-10. Ex dividend date: 2024-12-26
Altria annual dividend for 2024 was $4.00
Altria annual dividend for 2023 was $3.84
Altria's trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 7.2%
Altria's payout ratio for the trailing twelve months (TTM) is 66.57%
Altria's dividend growth over the last five years (2018-2023) was 5.06% year
Altria's dividend growth over the last ten years (2013-2023) was 7.63% year

Altria Dividend History

Ex-Div dateDividend amountDividend typePay date
2024-12-26$1.02quarterly2025-01-10
2024-09-16$1.02quarterly2024-10-10
2024-06-14$0.98quarterly2024-07-10
2024-03-22$0.98quarterly2024-04-30
2023-12-20$0.98quarterly2024-01-10
2023-09-14$0.98quarterly2023-10-10
2023-06-14$0.94quarterly2023-07-10
2023-03-23$0.94quarterly2023-04-28
2022-12-21$0.94quarterly2023-01-10
2022-09-14$0.94quarterly2022-10-11
2022-06-14$0.90quarterly2022-07-11
2022-03-24$0.90quarterly2022-04-29
2021-12-22$0.90quarterly2022-01-10
2021-09-14$0.90quarterly2021-10-12
2021-06-14$0.86quarterly2021-07-09
2021-03-24$0.86quarterly2021-04-30
2020-12-24$0.86quarterly2021-01-11
2020-09-14$0.86quarterly2020-10-09
2020-06-12$0.84quarterly2020-07-10
2020-03-24$0.84quarterly2020-04-30
2019-12-24$0.84quarterly2020-01-10
2019-09-13$0.84quarterly2019-10-10
2019-06-13$0.80quarterly2019-07-10
2019-03-22$0.80quarterly2019-04-30
2018-12-24$0.80quarterly2019-01-10
2018-09-13$0.80quarterly2018-10-10
2018-06-14$0.70quarterly2018-07-10
2018-03-14$0.70quarterly2018-04-10
2017-12-20$0.66quarterly2018-01-10
2017-09-14$0.66quarterly2017-10-10
2017-06-13$0.61quarterly2017-07-10
2017-03-13$0.61quarterly2017-04-10
2016-12-20$0.61quarterly2017-01-10
2016-09-13$0.61quarterly2016-10-11
2016-06-13$0.56quarterly2016-07-11
2016-03-11$0.56quarterly2016-04-11
2015-12-22$0.56quarterly2016-01-11
2015-09-11$0.56quarterly2015-10-09
2015-06-11$0.52quarterly2015-07-10
2015-03-12$0.52quarterly2015-04-10
2014-12-22$0.52quarterly2015-01-09
2014-09-11$0.52quarterly2014-10-10
2014-06-12$0.48quarterly2014-07-10
2014-03-12$0.48quarterly2014-04-10
2013-12-23$0.48quarterly2014-01-10
2013-09-12$0.48quarterly2013-10-10
2013-06-12$0.44quarterly2013-07-10
2013-03-13$0.44quarterly2013-04-10

Altria Dividend per year

Altria Dividend growth

Altria Dividend Yield

Altria current trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 7.2%. Interested in purchasing Altria stock? Use our calculator to estimate your expected dividend yield:

Altria Financial Ratios

P/E ratio9.11
PEG ratio6.56
P/B ratio-27.00
ROE-271.77%
Payout ratio66.57%
Current ratio0.44
Quick ratio0.30
Cash Ratio0.24

Altria Dividend FAQ

How much is the next Altria dividend?
Altria's board of directors will review the company's financial performance, cash flow, future investment needs, and other relevant factors to determine the next Altria dividend. The next Altria dividend will be released in March, June, September, or December.
When is Altria dividend paid?
Altria pays dividends on a quarterly basis. The specific dates may vary each year but are generally around March, June, September, and December. However, please note that the exact timing and amount can vary, and companies may also decide to change their dividend policy based on their financial health and other considerations.
What dividend does Altria pay?
The specific amount of Altria dividend can vary from quarter to quarter and year to year, based on a variety of factors including the company's financial performance, the global economic situation, and the decisions of its board of directors. In the above table you can find Altria's dividend history.
Does Altria stock pay dividends?
Yes, Altria does pay dividends to its shareholders. However, the specific amount and frequency of these dividends can vary based on a variety of factors, including the company's financial performance, the global economic situation, and the decisions of its board of directors. In the above table you can find Altria's dividend history.
How much dividend does Altria pay?
Altria paid $4.0 in 2024, $3.84 in 2023, $3.68 in 2022, $3.52 in 2021, and $3.4 in 2020.
How often does Altria pay dividends?
Altria typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis. This means that dividends are usually distributed 4 times a year. The specific payout dates may vary each year but generally fall around March, June, September, and December.
What is Altria's dividend yield?
The current dividend yield for Altria is 7.2%. The dividend yield is calculated by dividing the annual dividend payment by the price of the stock. Both of these numbers can fluctuate daily due to changes in the stock price and any updates to the dividend payment. Use the dividend calculator on this page to calculate Altria's exact dividend yield.
When does Altria go ex dividend?
Altria's ex-dividend date for the latest dividend was on 2024-12-26. Altria typically goes ex-dividend a few weeks before the payment date. The specific dates can vary each year and for each dividend payment.
When is the next Altria dividend paid?
Altria pays dividends on a quarterly basis, typically around March, June, September, or December, but the exact dates can vary each year.
Will Altria increase its dividend?
Decisions about dividend payments are made by the company's board of directors and are based on a variety of factors. To understand whether Altria will increase its dividend, it's beneficial to look at the company's earnings, financial health, future business prospects, and the overall economic environment.
How much is Altria dividend per share?
Altria paid $4.0 per share in 2024 and $3.84 per share in 2023. The amount of dividend per share that Altria pays can vary each quarter based on a range of factors including the company's earnings, financial health, and decisions made by its board of directors.
Is Altria a dividend aristocrat?
No, the term "Dividend Aristocrat" is typically used to describe a company in the S&P 500 index that has increased its dividend payouts for at least 25 consecutive years.
Is Altria a dividend king?
Yes, a "Dividend King" is a company that has managed to increase its dividend payouts for 50 consecutive years or more, which is an even more selective group than the Dividend Aristocrats.
Is Altria a dividend stock?
Yes, Altria is considered a dividend stock. A dividend stock is a stock of a company that regularly pays out dividends to its shareholders.
Is Altria a good dividend stock?
Whether Altria is a good dividend stock depends on several factors and can vary depending on individual investment goals, risk tolerance, and the overall market conditions. Altria has a history of paying regular dividends, which can make it attractive to income-focused investors.

Other factors to consider when evaluating Altria as a dividend stock include its dividend yield, dividend growth, payout ratio, and the sustainability of its dividend payments given its earnings and cash flow. These factors can provide insight into the company's ability to maintain or increase its dividend in the future.
Does Altria pay dividends monthly?
Altria typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis.
Does Altria pay dividends quarterly?
Altria currently pays dividends on a quarterly basis.
Has Altria ever paid a dividend?
Yes, Altria has a history of paying dividends to its shareholders. Altria is known for its dividend payments, which have made it an attractive investment for income-focused investors.
How to buy Altria dividend stocks?
To buy Altria you need a brokerage account. Open an account with a reputable brokerage firm that offers access to the stock market. Consider factors such as fees, account minimums, and the availability of dividend reinvestment programs (DRIPs) if you wish to reinvest your dividends automatically.

Place an order: Use the brokerage's trading platform to place an order to buy Altria stock.

Remember that buying stocks involves risk, and it's important to carefully consider your investment goals, risk tolerance, and conduct thorough research before making any investment decisions.
When does Altria pay dividends 2024?
Altria pays dividends on a quarterly basis. 2024 dividend payments are in 2025-01-10. However, please note that the exact timing and amount can vary, and companies may also decide to change their dividend policy based on their financial health and other considerations.
Will Altria increase its dividend in 2024?
Decisions regarding Altria dividend increases are typically made by a company's board of directors based on various factors, including financial performance, cash flow, investment needs, and market conditions. For an up-to-date Altria dividend overview you can look into the above table of dividend history.
How Altria dividend works?
The Altria dividend works by distributing a portion of the company's profits to its shareholders on a per-share basis. Here's a general overview of how Altria's dividend process works:

1. Determination of Dividend: Altria's board of directors reviews the company's financial performance, cash flow, future investment needs, and other relevant factors to determine the amount and timing of dividend payments.

2. Dividend Declaration: Once the board approves a dividend, Altria publicly announces the dividend amount, currency, and the ex-dividend date. The ex-dividend date is the date on or after which the buyer of the stock will not be eligible to receive the upcoming dividend payment.

3. Record Date: The record date is the date on which the company checks its records to identify shareholders who are eligible to receive the dividend. Only shareholders on record as of this date will receive the dividend.

4. Payment Date: On the designated payment date, Altria distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The dividend is usually paid in the form of cash directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or through other designated payment methods.

5. Tax Implications: Dividends received from Altria are generally taxable as income. Shareholders may need to report dividend income on their tax returns and pay applicable taxes according to their jurisdiction's tax regulations.
How are Altria dividends paid?
Altria dividends are typically paid in cash directly to eligible shareholders. The payment process involves the following steps:

1. Record Date: Altria sets a record date, which is the date on which the company checks its records to determine the eligible shareholders. Only those who are shareholders on record as of this date will receive the dividend.

2. Payment Date: On the designated payment date, Altria distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The payment is usually made electronically, directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or bank account.

3. Currency: Altria declares the currency in which the dividend will be paid. Depending on the shareholder's location and the currency election made by the shareholder, the dividend will be converted to the appropriate currency during the payment process.
How many times does Altria pay dividends?
Altria typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis. The specific payment dates can vary each year and are usually announced when the company releases its financial results for each quarter.
What months does Altria pay dividends?
The general pattern is that Altria pays dividends around March, June, September, and December. However, the exact payment dates can vary each year and are typically announced when the company releases its financial results for each quarter.
Is Altria dividend safe?
The safety of Altria's dividend is subject to various factors and cannot be determined with certainty. It is influenced by the company's financial performance, cash flow, and the overall economic and industry conditions.

To assess the safety of Altria's dividend, it is crucial to analyze the company's financial health, debt levels, cash flow generation, and ability to sustain dividend payments over the long term. Additionally, monitoring the company's future earnings, cash flow projections, and management's commitment to dividend policies can provide valuable insights.

It is recommended to review Altria's financial reports, official announcements, and consult with financial advisors or experts who have access to the most current and comprehensive information about the company's financial situation.