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Albemarle

ALB

Attention (50-day avg)0%

Attention rank (50-day avg)#1,014

Bullish sentiment (50-day avg)62%

Price to earnings ratio406.4

Market capitalization12.7B

Earnings per share0.27

Dividend yield (TTM)1.53%

Revenue (annual)5.1B

Net income (annual)-465.2M

Social

What share of all stock conversation is about ALB?

	1 Day1D	1 Week1W	1 Month1M	1 Year1Y	50-Day MAclick to plot	200-Day MAclick to plot
Attention	0% +0	0% 0	0% 0	0.02% -0.01

Aug 25

JPMorgan cut its price target on Albemarle (ALB) to $140 from $160, citing a decrease in their forecast for lithium prices.
Albemarle (ALB) stock dropped ~4.8% due to volatility in the materials sector and profit-taking, with the share price falling to $134.66.
Albemarle (ALB) missed the extremes in a correction, but is expected to see a next rally or at least a swing bounce as a connector before a potential double correction.

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Sentiment

Of the messages about ALB that take a side, what share is each?

	1 Day1D	1 Week1W	1 Month1M	1 Year1Y	50-Day MAclick to plot	200-Day MAclick to plot
Bullish	—	60% +16.9	76.51% +5.03	93.17% +2.54
Bearish	—	40% -16.9	23.49% -5.03	6.83% -2.54

Bullish· Aug 6

$ALB's earnings surpassed estimates, indicating a strong performance in the lithium market.
The company's resilient demand trends for lithium across all customer end markets are a positive sign for the stock's future.
Albemarle's stock has significant upside potential, with a possible 25-50% increase in value near or in the intermediate term.

Bearish· Apr 8

$ALB's price-to-book ratio has dropped to its lowest level in history, below 1X.
The stock's performance is reminiscent of the Great Depression, with the industrials sector being severely impacted.
$ALB's price has declined by nearly 50% since its peak, with some investors averaging down to the 30s, suggesting significant further losses are possible.

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Topics

Of the messages about ALB that carry a topic, what share is each?

	1 Day1D	1 Week1W	1 Month1M	1 Year1Y
Announcements	—	50%	58.78%	43.9%
Technical Analysis	—	0%	23.66%	5.12%
Macro	—	50%	17.56%	25.96%
Analysts	—	0%	0%	20.39%
Earnings	—	0%	0%	4.5%
Controversies	—	0%	0%	0.14%

Earnings· Feb 12

Albemarle Corporation ($ALB) reported Q4 2024 earnings with adjusted EPS of -$1.09, missing estimates by $0.39.
Revenue was $1.23B, missing estimates by $110M, with a 47.75% Y/Y drop in lithium sales.
The company is reducing capital expenditures by $100M to $700-800M, targeting breakeven free cash flow in 2025.

Analysts· Jan 7

Baird upgrades Albemarle Corporation ($ALB) to Outperform from Neutral, citing rising lithium prices and strong demand from stationary energy storage.
The analyst, Ben Kallo, raises the price target to $210 from $113, expecting an improving outlook for the company after a prolonged downcycle.
The upgrade and price target increase are driven by the firm's revised estimates reflecting a more favorable energy storage outlook, with lithium prices exceeding $15/kg and demand strength stemming from stationary storage.

Announcements· Feb 3

Albemarle Corporation ($ALB) has been selected to build a critical mineral stockpile and boost US battery manufacturing as part of "Project Vault".
The US Administration plans to announce up to 11 critical minerals trade agreements this week, aiming to counter China's supply chain leverage.
Albemarle Corporation's stock price surged 283% to $164.93 with a massive 3.67M volume, following the announcement of "Project Vault".

Macro· Aug 11

Albemarle Corporation ($ALB) is experiencing a surge in stock price due to lithium supply concerns, with CATL suspending production at its Jianxiawo mine in China for at least three months.
The mine shutdown is expected to cut 3% of global lithium supply, potentially leading to a lithium price increase and benefiting Albemarle as one of the largest lithium producers.
KeyBanc maintains a cautious stance on lithium prices despite the supply concerns, noting that more lithium supply in China is now offline, but keeping a close eye on the market's reaction to the developments.

Technical Analysis· Oct 1

ALB's price action is forming an ascending triangle, but the MACD and RSI indicators are showing conflicting signals.
A Doji candle on ALB's monthly chart requires confirmation from the next candle to determine the market's direction.
ALB's stock price is reacting to a $4 million fine, potentially influencing its price movement and technical analysis.

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Community

Of the messages about ALB, what share comes from each group?

	1 Day1D	1 Week1W	1 Month1M	1 Year1Y	50-Day MAclick to plot	200-Day MAclick to plot
Regulars	0%	34.21%	73.26%	30.98%
Newcomers	100%	65.79%	26.74%	69.02%

Regulars· Aug 6

The global lithium stockpiles are weak due to surging demand from battery storage and EV markets, with supply failing to match demand.
Albemarle's (ALB) CEO stated that the physical lithium market remains tight, with spodumene inventories at historic lows and carbonate/hydroxide inventories in weeks, not months.
The stock's recent earnings beat and raised guidance, combined with contract pricing stabilizing and short covering, indicate early-cycle rotation and potential for 25-50% upside.

Newcomers· May 17

The newcomer is enthusiastic about Albemarle Corporation, planning to invest €15,000 in it.
As a beginner, the newcomer finds Albemarle to be their best performing stock, exceeding Alphabet.
The newcomer is very bullish on Albemarle and sees potential in the company, specifically mentioning thermal cooling management as an interesting development.

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News

Albemarle vs. Rio Tinto: Which Lithium Stock Holds More Promise?

ALB and RIO ramp lithium strategies, highlighting growth plans, capacity expansion and rising demand from EV and storage markets.

1d agoYahoo Finance

Top dividend aristocrats: Chevron, Emerson, and Albemarle lead on quality-adjusted fundamentals

4d agoInvesting.com

Albemarle (ALB) Falls More Steeply Than Broader Market: What Investors Need to Know

In the most recent trading session, Albemarle (ALB) closed at $108.25, indicating a -4.6% shift from the previous trading day.

5d agoYahoo Finance

Mizuho Securities Keeps Their Hold Rating on Albemarle (ALB)

Tipranks Press Release.

6d agoThe Globe and Mail

Is Albemarle Stock Outperforming the S&P 500?

Albemarle has outpaced the broader market over the past year, while analysts remain cautiously optimistic about the company’s outlook.

8d agoYahoo Finance

Albemarle (ALB) Stock Sinks As Market Gains: Here's Why

Albemarle (ALB) reached $110.91 at the closing of the latest trading day, reflecting a -3.6% change compared to its last close.

11d agoYahoo Finance

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Albemarle Corporation

Basic Materials
Specialty Chemicals

Albemarle Corporation is a global specialty chemicals company focused on lithium, bromine, and catalyst solutions. Albemarle supplies critical materials used in energy storage, electric mobility, electronics, construction, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and petroleum refining. Its lithium products support battery supply chains for grid storage and transportation, while its bromine specialties serve flame retardants and other industrial applications. The company’s catalysts business provides technologies used in refining and chemical processing, helping customers improve product performance and operational efficiency. Albemarle operates across multiple regions and serves a broad international customer base through its Energy Storage, Specialties, and Ketjen segments. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Albemarle plays a significant role in the specialty materials market by transforming essential resources into ingredients used in modern industrial and consumer applications.

Website

Location

4250 Congress Street

Charlotte, NC, 28209

United States

Social

What share of all stock conversation is about ALB?

	1 Day1D	1 Week1W	1 Month1M	1 Year1Y	50-Day MAclick to plot	200-Day MAclick to plot
Attention	0% +0	0% 0	0% 0	0.02% -0.01

Aug 25

JPMorgan cut its price target on Albemarle (ALB) to $140 from $160, citing a decrease in their forecast for lithium prices.
Albemarle (ALB) stock dropped ~4.8% due to volatility in the materials sector and profit-taking, with the share price falling to $134.66.
Albemarle (ALB) missed the extremes in a correction, but is expected to see a next rally or at least a swing bounce as a connector before a potential double correction.

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Sentiment

Of the messages about ALB that take a side, what share is each?

	1 Day1D	1 Week1W	1 Month1M	1 Year1Y	50-Day MAclick to plot	200-Day MAclick to plot
Bullish	—	60% +16.9	76.51% +5.03	93.17% +2.54
Bearish	—	40% -16.9	23.49% -5.03	6.83% -2.54

Bullish· Aug 6

$ALB's earnings surpassed estimates, indicating a strong performance in the lithium market.
The company's resilient demand trends for lithium across all customer end markets are a positive sign for the stock's future.
Albemarle's stock has significant upside potential, with a possible 25-50% increase in value near or in the intermediate term.

Bearish· Apr 8

$ALB's price-to-book ratio has dropped to its lowest level in history, below 1X.
The stock's performance is reminiscent of the Great Depression, with the industrials sector being severely impacted.
$ALB's price has declined by nearly 50% since its peak, with some investors averaging down to the 30s, suggesting significant further losses are possible.

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Topics

Of the messages about ALB that carry a topic, what share is each?

	1 Day1D	1 Week1W	1 Month1M	1 Year1Y
Announcements	—	50%	58.78%	43.9%
Technical Analysis	—	0%	23.66%	5.12%
Macro	—	50%	17.56%	25.96%
Analysts	—	0%	0%	20.39%
Earnings	—	0%	0%	4.5%
Controversies	—	0%	0%	0.14%

Earnings· Feb 12

Albemarle Corporation ($ALB) reported Q4 2024 earnings with adjusted EPS of -$1.09, missing estimates by $0.39.
Revenue was $1.23B, missing estimates by $110M, with a 47.75% Y/Y drop in lithium sales.
The company is reducing capital expenditures by $100M to $700-800M, targeting breakeven free cash flow in 2025.

Analysts· Jan 7

Baird upgrades Albemarle Corporation ($ALB) to Outperform from Neutral, citing rising lithium prices and strong demand from stationary energy storage.
The analyst, Ben Kallo, raises the price target to $210 from $113, expecting an improving outlook for the company after a prolonged downcycle.
The upgrade and price target increase are driven by the firm's revised estimates reflecting a more favorable energy storage outlook, with lithium prices exceeding $15/kg and demand strength stemming from stationary storage.

Announcements· Feb 3

Albemarle Corporation ($ALB) has been selected to build a critical mineral stockpile and boost US battery manufacturing as part of "Project Vault".
The US Administration plans to announce up to 11 critical minerals trade agreements this week, aiming to counter China's supply chain leverage.
Albemarle Corporation's stock price surged 283% to $164.93 with a massive 3.67M volume, following the announcement of "Project Vault".

Macro· Aug 11

Albemarle Corporation ($ALB) is experiencing a surge in stock price due to lithium supply concerns, with CATL suspending production at its Jianxiawo mine in China for at least three months.
The mine shutdown is expected to cut 3% of global lithium supply, potentially leading to a lithium price increase and benefiting Albemarle as one of the largest lithium producers.
KeyBanc maintains a cautious stance on lithium prices despite the supply concerns, noting that more lithium supply in China is now offline, but keeping a close eye on the market's reaction to the developments.

Technical Analysis· Oct 1

ALB's price action is forming an ascending triangle, but the MACD and RSI indicators are showing conflicting signals.
A Doji candle on ALB's monthly chart requires confirmation from the next candle to determine the market's direction.
ALB's stock price is reacting to a $4 million fine, potentially influencing its price movement and technical analysis.

Generated by AI

Community

Of the messages about ALB, what share comes from each group?

	1 Day1D	1 Week1W	1 Month1M	1 Year1Y	50-Day MAclick to plot	200-Day MAclick to plot
Regulars	0%	34.21%	73.26%	30.98%
Newcomers	100%	65.79%	26.74%	69.02%

Regulars· Aug 6

The global lithium stockpiles are weak due to surging demand from battery storage and EV markets, with supply failing to match demand.
Albemarle's (ALB) CEO stated that the physical lithium market remains tight, with spodumene inventories at historic lows and carbonate/hydroxide inventories in weeks, not months.
The stock's recent earnings beat and raised guidance, combined with contract pricing stabilizing and short covering, indicate early-cycle rotation and potential for 25-50% upside.

Newcomers· May 17

The newcomer is enthusiastic about Albemarle Corporation, planning to invest €15,000 in it.
As a beginner, the newcomer finds Albemarle to be their best performing stock, exceeding Alphabet.
The newcomer is very bullish on Albemarle and sees potential in the company, specifically mentioning thermal cooling management as an interesting development.

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Albemarle

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Aug 25

Bullish· Aug 6

Bearish· Apr 8

Earnings· Feb 12

Analysts· Jan 7

Announcements· Feb 3

Macro· Aug 11

Technical Analysis· Oct 1

Regulars· Aug 6

Newcomers· May 17

Albemarle vs. Rio Tinto: Which Lithium Stock Holds More Promise?

Top dividend aristocrats: Chevron, Emerson, and Albemarle lead on quality-adjusted fundamentals

Albemarle (ALB) Falls More Steeply Than Broader Market: What Investors Need to Know

Mizuho Securities Keeps Their Hold Rating on Albemarle (ALB)

Is Albemarle Stock Outperforming the S&P 500?

Albemarle (ALB) Stock Sinks As Market Gains: Here's Why

Also Discussed

Albemarle Corporation

Company Information

Location

Albemarle vs. Rio Tinto: Which Lithium Stock Holds More Promise?

Top dividend aristocrats: Chevron, Emerson, and Albemarle lead on quality-adjusted fundamentals

Albemarle (ALB) Falls More Steeply Than Broader Market: What Investors Need to Know

Mizuho Securities Keeps Their Hold Rating on Albemarle (ALB)

Is Albemarle Stock Outperforming the S&P 500?

Albemarle (ALB) Stock Sinks As Market Gains: Here's Why

Also Discussed

Social

Aug 25

Bullish· Aug 6

Bearish· Apr 8

Earnings· Feb 12

Analysts· Jan 7

Announcements· Feb 3

Macro· Aug 11

Technical Analysis· Oct 1

Regulars· Aug 6

Newcomers· May 17