Altria Group Inc. announced a 4.7% increase in its regular quarterly dividend, raising it to $1.11 per share from $1.06. The new annualized dividend rate now stands at $4.44 per share, reflecting a dividend yield of 6.4% based on Tuesday’s closing price of $69.12.
The dividend hike marks the 61st consecutive annual increase over the past 57 years, underscoring the company’s long-term commitment to shareholder returns. Altria’s board set September 15, 2026, as the record date for shareholders, with the payment scheduled for October 9, 2026.
The increase aligns with Altria’s stated objective of achieving mid-single-digit annual dividend-per-share growth through 2028. The announcement was made on August 27, 2026.
