Is Altria's Future Up in Smoke?

Tobacco company Altria Group (NYSE: MO), has continued thriving, despite decades of falling smoking rates in the U.S. However, nothing lasts forever, and Altria and its competitors are racing to build a future where "reduced-risk products" like oral nicotine pouches and electronic cigarettes make up the majority of their revenue.

Altria owns several popular cigarette brands and has the exclusive license to sell the legendary Marlboro brand of cigarettes in the United States, but the company's future could get complicated after recent developments within the industry. Investors need to pay close attention to Altria's moves over several years. Here is what you need to know.

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