Altria Group (MO)vs22nd Century Group Inc (XXII)
MO
Altria Group
$63.78
-0.84%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $107.97B
XXII
22nd Century Group Inc
$3.29
-4.08%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $1.79M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Altria Group generates 98883% more annual revenue ($20.14B vs $20.35M). MO leads profitability with a 34.5% profit margin vs -33.4%. MO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 47/100 (D+).
MO
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
XXII
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-135.3%
Fair Value
$28.02
Current Price
$63.78
$35.76 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for XXII.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 57.1%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 3.2B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 0.5%
Earnings declined 62.9%
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -118.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 40.4%
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 34.5% and operating margin at 57.1%.
Bull Case : XXII
The strongest argument for XXII centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : MO
The primary concerns for MO are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : XXII
The primary concerns for XXII are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MO profiles as a declining stock while XXII is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
XXII carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — expect wider price swings.
MO is growing revenue faster at -0.5% — sustainability is the question.
MO generates stronger free cash flow (3.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MO scores higher overall (47/100 vs 31/100), backed by strong 34.5% margins. Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" 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 →22nd Century Group Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · TOBACCO · USA
22nd Century Group Inc (Ticker: XXII) is a pioneering biopharmaceutical and agricultural company focused on tobacco harm reduction through innovative genetic engineering. By producing low-nicotine tobacco products, the firm aims to reduce nicotine addiction and promote public health initiatives. In addition to its efforts in tobacco, 22nd Century is strategically expanding into the hemp and cannabis sectors, capitalizing on the growth of the legal cannabis market. With a strong commitment to scientific research and compliance with regulatory standards, the company is poised to seize transformative opportunities across the tobacco and cannabis industries, presenting an attractive investment case for institutional investors.
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