Altria Group (MO)vsTurning Point Brands Inc (TPB)
MO
Altria Group
$70.10
-0.57%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $115.18B
TPB
Turning Point Brands Inc
$70.12
+0.14%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Altria Group generates 3931% more annual revenue ($20.44B vs $507.23M). MO leads profitability with a 39.0% profit margin vs 8.8%. TPB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.05. TPB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
MO
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
TPB
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-49.8%
Fair Value
$46.05
Current Price
$70.10
$24.05 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TPB.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 76.1%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Revenue surging 22.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
1.2% revenue growth
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 2.7%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 4.2%
Earnings declined 77.2%
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 39.0% and operating margin at 76.1%.
Bull Case : TPB
The strongest argument for TPB centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 22.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.05 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MO
The primary concerns for MO are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TPB
The primary concerns for TPB are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MO profiles as a value stock while TPB is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TPB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
TPB is growing revenue faster at 22.6% — sustainability is the question.
TPB generates stronger free cash flow (26M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TPB scores higher overall (54/100 vs 47/100) and 22.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Visit Website →Turning Point Brands Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · TOBACCO · USA
Turning Point Brands, Inc. manufactures, markets and distributes branded consumer products. The company is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky.
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