Altria Group (MO)vsTC Energy Corp (TRP)
MO
Altria Group
$63.78
-0.84%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $107.97B
TRP
TC Energy Corp
$64.08
+0.02%
ENERGY · Cap: $66.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Altria Group generates 32% more annual revenue ($20.14B vs $15.24B). MO leads profitability with a 34.5% profit margin vs 23.1%. MO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.65. TRP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
MO
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
TRP
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-135.3%
Fair Value
$28.02
Current Price
$63.78
$35.76 premium
Margin of Safety
-216.8%
Fair Value
$19.23
Current Price
$64.08
$44.85 premium
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
Strong operational efficiency at 45.4%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
16.5% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 0.5%
Earnings declined 62.9%
Moderate valuation
0.5% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : TRP
The strongest argument for TRP centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.1% and operating margin at 45.4%. Revenue growth of 16.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MO
The primary concerns for MO are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : TRP
The primary concerns for TRP are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 2.23 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MO profiles as a declining stock while TRP is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TRP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.00 — expect wider price swings.
TRP is growing revenue faster at 16.5% — sustainability is the question.
MO generates stronger free cash flow (3.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TRP scores higher overall (59/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 23.1% margins and 16.5% 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 →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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