VGR News and Press, Vector Group Ltd. From 02/10/23

Vector Group Ltd. (NYSE: VGR) will conduct a conference call and webcast to discuss its fourth quarter and full year results on Thursday, February 16, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. (ET). Investors may access the call via live webcast at https://www.webcaster4.com/Webcast/Page/2271/47624 . Please join...

Summary Altria Group, Inc. reported solid profits despite nearly double-digit volume declines. The company is feeling the pinch from lower disposable income, which is hardly surprising, but of course benefits discount brands. Altria's discount segment nonetheless underperformed. In ...

Summary The company continues to maintain a steady pace of revenue growth. Despite macro headwinds, operating margin remains stable. In accordance with my DCF model, the company continues to trade below its fair level and retains upside potential. Introduction Vector Group...

Summary The tobacco business has gained market share and as of last quarter was at its highest market share within the industry since 1984. Management has held the dividend steady at $0.20/share. With shares up strongly, we think dividend investors and income investors who were usin...

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Summary During times of market volatility, it's good to take a step back and search for stability. The tobacco industry is generally seen as a declining industry. However, this isn't actually the case. We believe Altria's valuation and dividend yield adequately compensate investors ...

Summary My portfolio returned +42.9% versus -18.1% for the S&P 500, my largest relative outperformance ever. 2022 winners included Cenovus, ZIM, H&R Block, Energy Transfer and Dole. I remain cautious heading into 2023, but more constructive as valuations have fallen and some...

Summary Household products look relatively safe regarding valuation and quality metrics. Other subsectors are overvalued relative to historical averages, or have a bad quality score. IYK: An alternative to XLP for long-term investors. 4 stocks cheaper than their peers in Decembe...

Summary Food and household products are close to their historical baseline in valuation and quality. Staple/food retail is the most overvalued subsector. FXG, a “value or growth” ETF in consumer staples. 10 stocks cheaper than their peers in November. ...

Summary Some of Vector Group's numbers were lower, but that came primarily from marketing spend associated with the successful marketing of its Montego brand. The weak economic environment plays to VGR's discount business model that should continue on for some time as inflation, w...