Albemarle Corporation (ALB)

US — Basic Materials Sector
Peers: SQM  LIN  APD  SHW  LAC  FMC  PLL 

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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol ALB
  • Rev/Share 42.4476
  • Book/Share 89.2513
  • PB 0.9068
  • Debt/Equity 0.3538
  • CurrentRatio 2.3106
  • ROIC -0.0752

 

  • MktCap 9289896020.0
  • FreeCF/Share -0.4665
  • PFCF -169.2981
  • PE -9.9908
  • Debt/Assets 0.2095
  • DivYield 0.0205
  • ROE -0.0919

 

  • Rating C
  • Score 2
  • Recommendation Sell
  • P/E Score 1
  • DCF Score 1
  • P/B Score 4
  • D/E Score 2

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Downgrade ALB KeyBanc Capital Markets Overweight Sector Weight -- -- July 30, 2025
Downgrade ALB Robert W. Baird Neutral Underperform -- $60 July 29, 2025
Downgrade ALB UBS Neutral Sell -- $57 July 11, 2025
Downgrade ALB Evercore ISI Outperform In-line -- -- Feb. 5, 2025
Initiation ALB Truist -- Hold -- $96 Jan. 28, 2025
Initiation ALB Clarksons Platou -- Buy -- $112 Jan. 14, 2025

News

Ketjen Introduces New Breakthrough Catalyst Technology that Effectively Mitigates the Effects of Iron Poisoning in FCC Units
ALB
Published: August 20, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #SaFeGuard--Ketjen Corporation, a leader in catalyst and specialty chemicals manufacturing has launched SaFeGuard™, a new catalyst technology designed to address iron (Fe) poisoning in FCC units. In a recent 30-day full commercial trial, SaFeGuard™ demonstrated a 77% improvement in accessibility with a 50% inventory replacement enabling an increase in unit activity, improved bottoms cracking, and ability to process heavy iron-rich feedstocks. Further testing and predictive modelin.

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2 Stocks to Buy
ALB, TROX
Published: August 17, 2025 by: InvestorPlace
Sentiment: Positive

“The only thing I want to know,” investment guru Charlie Munger once quipped, “is where I'm going to die so I never go there.” Warren Buffett's right-hand man was onto something.

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Here is What to Know Beyond Why Albemarle Corporation (ALB) is a Trending Stock
ALB
Published: August 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Zacks.com users have recently been watching Albemarle (ALB) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.

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Chinese Lithium Production Halt Means Upside for These 3 Stocks
ALB, LAC, SQM
Published: August 14, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive

Lithium is poised to become a red-hot commodity in the basic materials sector, driven by a couple of key macro tailwinds. First and foremost, the new data center buildout across the United States will require a decent amount of lithium to be used in the supercomputers that will train tomorrow's leading artificial intelligence models.

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BMO's Joel Jackson has a $125 price target on lithium miner Albemarle. Here's why
ALB
Published: August 12, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Positive

Joel Jackson, BMO Capital Markets, joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss Jackson's optimism around Ablemarle, lithium price trends and much more.

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Lithium Miners Rally, C3 AI (AI) Down 30%, ELF Upgrade
AI, ALB, ELF, LAC, LAR, PLL, SLI, SQM
Published: August 11, 2025 by: Schwab Network
Sentiment: Positive

China continues to dominate trading headlines, this time with Chinese lithium producers halting production of the metal. As Sam Vadas notes, it still chiseled out rallies for stocks tied to lithium production.

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Lithium stocks surge after Chinese mine suspends production
ALB
Published: August 11, 2025 by: CNBC
Sentiment: Positive

Albemarle and the Sprott Lithium Miners ETF are rallying after a key mine in China suspended lithium production. The balance between lithium supply and demand was already tightening, with a small surplus expected in 2025, according to Morgan Stanley.

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Is Trending Stock Albemarle Corporation (ALB) a Buy Now?
ALB
Published: August 04, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Zacks.com users have recently been watching Albemarle (ALB) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.

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Albemarle posts surprise Q2 profit on lithium demand
ALB
Published: July 31, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive

Albemarle Corporation (NYSE:ALB, ETR:AMC) reported an unexpected second-quarter profit on Thursday, as steady demand for lithium used in electric vehicles and energy storage helped offset a volatile pricing environment. The US-based lithium producer posted adjusted earnings of $0.11 per share, beating analysts' expectations of a $0.78 loss.

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Albemarle Corporation (ALB) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
ALB
Published: July 31, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Albemarle Corporation (NYSE:ALB ) Q2 2025 Earnings Conference Call July 31, 2025 8:00 AM ET Company Participants Jerry Kent Masters - Chairman, President & CEO Meredith H. Bandy - Vice President of Investor Relations & Sustainability Neal R.

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Albemarle's Earnings & Revenues Surpass Estimates in Q2
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Published: July 31, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

ALB tops Q2 earnings estimates despite a 7% revenue dip, as lower lithium prices weigh on results.

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Albemarle: Now It's Really Time To Look At Lithium (Rating Upgrade)
ALB
Published: July 30, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Lithium has likely bottomed after a brutal selloff, with supply cuts and project halts setting the stage for a multi-year recovery. Albemarle is financially resilient, has cut costs, and trades near book value, offering a compelling risk/reward for contrarian investors. Supply/demand dynamics are improving, and lithium demand remains a secular trend, though macroeconomic and regulatory risks persist.

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Act Fast: These 3 Undervalued Stocks Won't Stay Low for Long
ALB, INTC, XPEV
Published: July 29, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Neutral

With new all-time high valuations for the S&P 500 and Nasdaq-100 in full swing, more and more investors are growing wary of buying new names for their portfolios, and for good reason. Buying near the top of the valuation cycle is always a scary thing.

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Earnings Preview: Albemarle (ALB) Q2 Earnings Expected to Decline
ALB
Published: July 23, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

Albemarle (ALB) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

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Albemarle Corporation (ALB) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
ALB
Published: July 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Albemarle (ALB) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.

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Albemarle: Was A Cyclical Lithium Bottom Reached In June?
ALB
Published: July 21, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Albemarle is my top lithium sector pick, offering industry leadership, global scale, and a strong balance sheet at the bottom of the lithium price cycle. Lithium prices may have just bottomed after a 90% plunge since late 2022, with recent supply cuts and global EV buying trends setting up a potential multi-year rebound. Technical momentum/accumulation trends in many lithium miners, including Albemarle, have been excellent since June.

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Top Stock Movers Now: Spotify, Albemarle, Nvidia, and More
ALB, NVDA, SPOT
Published: July 11, 2025 by: Investopedia
Sentiment: Neutral

U.S. equities were lower at midday after President Donald Trump made more tariff announcements. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all declined.

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Albemarle Corporation (ALB) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It
ALB
Published: July 08, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to Albemarle (ALB). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.

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Albemarle (ALB) Stock Drops Despite Market Gains: Important Facts to Note
ALB
Published: July 03, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

In the most recent trading session, Albemarle (ALB) closed at $67.21, indicating a -1.15% shift from the previous trading day.

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Why Investors Need to Take Advantage of These 2 Basic Materials Stocks Now
ALB, NEM
Published: July 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

The Zacks Earnings ESP is a great way to find potential earnings surprises. Why investors should take advantage now.

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Investors Heavily Search Albemarle Corporation (ALB): Here is What You Need to Know
ALB
Published: June 23, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Albemarle (ALB) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.

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Albemarle's Lithium Reset: Strong Buy Amid Cyclical Downturn And Structural Rebirth
ALB
Published: June 19, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

We Initiate Albemarle at Strong Buy, $125 PT, citing deep undervaluation and robust volume growth from project ramps and cost discipline. ALB's volume-led strategy, contract coverage, and supply chain optimization position it for margin outperformance even in a flat lithium price environment. Disciplined capital allocation and cost savings drive strong cash conversion and liquidity, supporting free cash flow breakeven in FY25.

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3 Growth Stocks Too Small for Institutions to Buy
ALB, NIO, UPST
Published: June 19, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive

Most retail investors fall to the default belief that they do not have any competitive advantage compared to the world of hedge funds and investment banks, otherwise known as the smart money institutional players on Wall Street. While this is mostly true across the board, access to information, leverage of connections, and industry insights are not the only factors that can help retail investors get ahead every single time.

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3 Diversified Chemical Stocks to Watch Amid Demand Headwinds
ALB, DD, KRO
Published: June 18, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

Soft demand in specific markets and the sluggishness in China and Europe pose headwinds for the Zacks Chemicals Diversified industry. DD, ALB and KRO are poised to navigate the industry challenges.

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Albemarle Stock: Lithium Glut Remains, But A Turn May Be Near (Rating Upgrade)
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Published: June 10, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Lithium glut persists, pressuring Albemarle Corporation's revenue and share price. China's low-cost production continues to dominate and disrupt global lithium markets. Cost-cutting efforts have restored positive free cash flow and EBITDA for ALB.

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Here is What to Know Beyond Why Albemarle Corporation (ALB) is a Trending Stock
ALB
Published: June 10, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Albemarle (ALB) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.

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Albemarle Publishes 2024 Sustainability Report, Updates Efforts to Reduce Carbon Footprint, Manage Freshwater Responsibly and Support Customers' Sustainability Goals
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Published: June 03, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

CHARLOTTE, N.C., June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB), a global leader in providing essential elements for mobility, energy, connectivity, and health, today published its 2024 Sustainability Report.

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Is Trending Stock Albemarle Corporation (ALB) a Buy Now?
ALB
Published: May 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Albemarle (ALB) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.

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Albemarle Corporation (ALB) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
ALB
Published: May 19, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Albemarle (ALB) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.

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Albemarle: Finally Poised For Growth Again
ALB
Published: May 18, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Albemarle's Q1'25 results showed resilience with strong cost cuts and adjusted EBITDA despite a cycle low in sales. Lithium prices are unsustainably low, with a return to higher prices needed to grow long-term supply to meet ultimate demand levels. The stock is at a prime valuation of 3x EV/EBITDA targets, based on lithium returning to just Q4'23 prices.

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About Albemarle Corporation (ALB)

  • IPO Date 1994-02-22
  • Website https://www.albemarle.com
  • Industry Chemicals - Specialty
  • CEO Jerry Kent Masters Jr.
  • Employees 8300

Albemarle Corporation develops, manufactures, and markets engineered specialty chemicals worldwide. It operates through three segments: Lithium, Bromine, and Catalysts. The Lithium segment offers lithium compounds, including lithium carbonate, lithium hydroxide, lithium chloride, and lithium specialties; and reagents, such as butyllithium and lithium aluminum hydride for use in lithium batteries for consumer electronics and electric vehicles, high performance greases, thermoplastic elastomers for car tires, rubber soles, plastic bottles, catalysts for chemical reactions, organic synthesis processes in the areas of steroid chemistry and vitamins, life sciences, pharmaceutical industry, and other markets. It also provides cesium products for the chemical and pharmaceutical industries; zirconium, barium, and titanium products for pyrotechnical applications that include airbag initiators; technical services for the handling and use of reactive lithium products; and lithium-containing by-products recycling services. The Bromine segment offers bromine and bromine-based fire safety solutions; specialty chemicals, including elemental bromine, alkyl and inorganic bromides, brominated powdered activated carbon, and other bromine fine chemicals for use in chemical synthesis, oil and gas well drilling and completion fluids, mercury control, water purification, beef and poultry processing, and other industrial applications; and other specialty chemicals, such as tertiary amines for surfactants, biocides, and disinfectants and sanitizers. The Catalysts segment provides hydroprocessing, isomerization, and akylation catalysts; fluidized catalytic cracking catalysts and additives; and organometallics and curatives. The company serves the energy storage, petroleum refining, consumer electronics, construction, automotive, lubricants, pharmaceuticals, and crop protection markets. Albemarle Corporation was founded in 1887 and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.