Altria Group Shares Down 1.2% - Time to Sell?

Analysts weigh in on the tobacco giant's recent stock performance

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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Shares of Altria Group, Inc. (NYSE:MO) traded down 1.2% on Wednesday, with the stock closing at $66.34. The decline comes as analysts are mixed on the company's outlook, with some recommending a sell while others maintain a buy rating.

Why it matters

Altria Group is one of the largest tobacco companies in the United States, and its stock performance is closely watched by investors. The recent dip in share price has raised questions about whether it's time for shareholders to consider selling their positions.

The details

The 1.2% decline in Altria's stock price on Wednesday was attributed to a decrease in trading volume, which fell 9% from the average session. Several research analysts have recently commented on the stock, with Stifel Nicolaus decreasing their target price from $72 to $68 and maintaining a buy rating. Barclays also raised their price target to $63, but kept an underweight rating on the shares.

  • Altria Group's stock closed at $67.14 on the previous trading day.
  • The stock traded as low as $65.66 on Wednesday before closing at $66.34.

The players

Altria Group, Inc.

A U.S.-based consumer goods company whose principal business is the manufacture and sale of tobacco products, headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.

Stifel Nicolaus

A financial services and banking company that provides investment banking, securities brokerage, and wealth management services.

Barclays

A multinational investment bank and financial services company headquartered in London, England.

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