Altria Reports Q3 Profit Growth and Raises 2026 EPS Outlook
Altria reported third-quarter profit of $2.52 billion, or $1.51 per share, versus $2.38 billion, or $1.41, a year earlier. Revenue rose 1% to $6.13 billion, and adjusted EPS guidance increased to $5.66–$5.74 for 2026.
Altria Group, Inc. announced its third-quarter 2026 financial results, reporting a profit of $2.52 billion, or $1.51 per share, compared to $2.38 billion, or $1.41 per share, in the same period last year. Adjusted earnings were $1.52 per share, slightly exceeding the $1.51 per share expected by analysts polled by FactSet. Revenue for the quarter rose 1% to $6.13 billion, driven by market share gains in its cigarette brands and investments in its smoke-free portfolio.
Following these results, the company raised its full-year 2026 adjusted earnings per share guidance to a range of $5.66 to $5.74. Management attributed the performance to the strength of its core smokable-products division and ongoing strategic focus on smoke-free alternatives.