Altria Group (MO)vsRLX Technology Inc (RLX)
MO
Altria Group
$78.03
+1.67%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $129.80B
RLX
RLX Technology Inc
$1.61
+1.26%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.94B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Altria Group generates 405% more annual revenue ($22.75B vs $4.50B). MO leads profitability with a 35.7% profit margin vs 21.9%. RLX trades at a lower P/E of 14.4x. RLX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
MO
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
RLX
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-50.8%
Fair Value
$51.74
Current Price
$78.03
$26.29 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for RLX.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 54.2%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
16.8% revenue growth
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
15.5% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.6% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MO
The strongest argument for MO centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.7% and operating margin at 54.2%. Revenue growth of 16.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RLX
The strongest argument for RLX centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.9% and operating margin at 14.2%. Revenue growth of 15.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MO
The primary concerns for MO are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : RLX
The primary concerns for RLX are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RLX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
MO is growing revenue faster at 16.8% — sustainability is the question.
MO generates stronger free cash flow (662M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor TOBACCO industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
RLX scores higher overall (57/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 21.9% margins and 15.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Altria Group
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · TOBACCO · USA
Altria Group, Inc. (previously known as Philip Morris Companies, Inc.) is an American corporation and one of the world's largest producers and marketers of tobacco, cigarettes and related products. It operates worldwide and is headquartered in unincorporated Henrico County, Virginia, just outside the city of Richmond.
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CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · TOBACCO · China
RLX Technology Inc., researches, develops, manufactures, distributes and sells e-vapor products in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Beijing, China.
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