Altria Group (MO)vsTC Energy Corp (TRP)
MO
Altria Group
$68.12
-1.33%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $115.29B
TRP
TC Energy Corp
$64.75
-0.54%
ENERGY · Cap: $67.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Altria Group generates 32% more annual revenue ($20.38B vs $15.48B). MO leads profitability with a 39.5% profit margin vs 22.2%. MO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.86. MO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
MO
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
TRP
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-37.3%
Fair Value
$48.02
Current Price
$68.12
$20.10 premium
Margin of Safety
-33.9%
Fair Value
$45.51
Current Price
$64.75
$19.24 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 62.3%
Earnings expanding 106.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 47.5%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 8.5%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MO
The strongest argument for MO centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.5% and operating margin at 62.3%.
Bull Case : TRP
The strongest argument for TRP centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.2% and operating margin at 47.5%.
Bear Case : MO
The primary concerns for MO are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : TRP
The primary concerns for TRP are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.23 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TRP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
TRP is growing revenue faster at 6.6% — sustainability is the question.
MO generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor TOBACCO industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MO scores higher overall (61/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 39.5% margins. 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.
Visit Website →TC Energy Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
TC Energy Corporation is an energy infrastructure company in North America. The company is headquartered in Calgary, Canada.
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