Description: Wondering if Albemarle is a hidden value play or if you're late to the party? Let's unpack what might be driving all the curiosity about this stock right now. Albemarle's share price has been on a tear, jumping 32.9% over the past month and delivering an impressive 52.5% return year-to-date. However, it is still down 52.3% over the last three years. Recent headlines have spotlighted the company’s pivotal role in global lithium supply chains, especially as battery demand heats up and nations...
Description: In recent days, Albemarle has faced renewed investor concern as multiple analyses pointed to its low financial strength, high debt levels relative to earnings, and ongoing uncertainty around its revenue and earnings outlook. Analysts also noted that Albemarle's efficiency in generating shareholder value remains a key issue, with the company's return on invested capital significantly trailing its cost of capital. Adding to the debate is Albemarle's role as a key provider of lithium-based...
Description: Lithium miner Albemarle came out on top, while Super Micro Computer led the list of worst performers.
Description: Albemarle's $3.5B liquidity, rising cash flow, and 30-year dividend growth streak signal strength for future shareholder returns.
Description: ALB's rising output, cost cuts and cash strength highlight its edge as investors weigh which lithium stock to invest in.
Description: This is the market report as of 4 pm ET on Tuesday, November 25. The market continued to build upon its gains from Monday, and despite the Nvidia lull, it remained relatively calm. The S&P 500 closed 0.9% higher, led by Keysight Technologies, Chipotle, and Albemarle.The Nasdaq Composite closed ...
Description: Albemarle stock rose modestly Friday—a rare quiet day for a name that has become a picture of volatility in recent months. Shares of the lithium miner were up 0.6% on Friday after dropping 7.4% on Thursday, snapping a nine-session winning streak. Investors in the lithium miner should be pleased with their returns this year: Albemarle stock has gained 33%.
Description: 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.
Description: Albemarle stock has seen its consensus analyst price target increase from around $96.45 to $103.01 per share, as market experts revise their fair value estimates upward. This change reflects growing optimism around rising lithium demand and higher anticipated sales prices. Albemarle's strong positioning in the supply chain supports this positive outlook. Stay tuned to learn how you can keep up with shifts in analyst sentiment and evolving market expectations for Albemarle in the future. Stay...
Description: Rare earth stocks MP Materials and NioCorp Developments rose early Wednesday as analysts touted the investment case, while Ramaco Resources fell after being hit with a sell rating at Goldman Sachs. With rare earth stocks having come back down to earth after China agreed to defer some export restrictions for at least a year, investors are beginning to separate the wheat from the chaff. Meanwhile, lithium stocks continued their recent surge, as SQM jumped after its Q3 earnings report and Albemarle was among the top S&P 500 performers in early stock market action.
Description: ALB jumps 26% on strong Q3 volume gains and cost cuts, but soft lithium prices temper the momentum.
Description: The AI stock bubble is deflating and some S&P 500 stocks are already in a bear. But analysts think more pain lies ahead.
Description: Electric-vehicle sales are slowing in the U.S. as the Trump administration cuts support for the transportation technology fueled by lithium-ion batteries. Albemarle stock is rising anyway. Albemarle stock traded as high as $125.85 on Monday before closing at $117.70, up 2.3%, while the and fell 0.9% and 1.2%, respectively.
Description: The Dow Jones index fell on the stock market today. Lithium stocks rose on bullish commentary. Alphabet jumped on a Warren Buffett move but Peter Thiel dumped a key AI stock.
Description: Buying into stocks that might be next on President Donald Trump’s list could be a good way to see gains. The Trump Administration has already taken equity stakes via warrants in four publicly traded companies: MP Materials Intel, Lithium Americas and Trilogy. Similar deals have been inked with an Alcoa Gallium project in Australia, where the government will receive gallium output in proportion to its capital contribution, and a Cameco/ Brookfield partnership to develop nuclear energy.
Description: Albemarle was the top-performing S&P 500 stock on Monday, after the chairman of Ganfeng Lithium Group, the world's largest lithium metal producer, forecast 30% or 40% growth in demand for the battery metal next year. Ganfeng Chairman Li Liangbin predicted that the market price for lithium carbonate in China could surge to 150,000 yuan per metric ton, just over $21,000, or even as high as 200,000 yuan. Reuters cited local media outlet Cailian for the report, which sparked a 9% jump in the lithium carbonate contract on the Guangzhou Futures Exchange to 95,200 yuan (or $13,400) per metric ton.
Description: Albemarle is in focus after a stretch of share price gains, with the stock rising 24% over the past month. Investors may be taking a second look at the company as its lithium business attracts renewed attention. See our latest analysis for Albemarle. Albemarle’s run over the past month is catching eyes, but it’s part of a larger rebound story. Momentum is clearly building, with a 24.15% 1-month share price return and year-to-date gains over 35%. Even factoring in last year’s volatility,...
Description: The average analyst price target for Tesla stock passed $400 for the first time this past week, according to FactSet.
Description: We recently published Market in Turmoil but These 10 Stocks Are on Fire. Albemarle Corp. (NYSE:ALB) is one of the best-performing stocks on Thursday. Albemarle extended its gains for a 5th straight day on Thursday, as investors gobbled up shares following an investment firm’s marked price target upgrade for its stock. At intra-day trading, Albemarle […]
Description: The lithium company is prepared for any price increase resulting from increased electric vehicle demand.
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Description: This is your daily market wrap as of 4 pm ET on November 12, 2025. We continue to remain in a mixed market, as investors digest updates on artificial intelligence and near-term headwinds on the record-breaking government shutdown. The S&P 500 barely edged into the positive territory, closing ...
Description: Wondering if Albemarle's current price point offers real value, or if you're just catching the latest buzz? You're not alone; many investors are asking whether there's an upside hiding in plain sight. The stock just shot up 17.4% over the past week and is up 21.9% year-to-date, suggesting that market sentiment may be shifting in a major way after a long stretch of weakness. In the last few weeks, Albemarle has made headlines by announcing new supply deals and investments in lithium...
Description: Under the deal, POSCO Holdings is set to acquire a 30% stake in MinRes’ operational lithium business.
Description: In its recent third-quarter earnings announcement, Albemarle Corporation reported sales of US$1,307.83 million and a net loss of US$160.69 million, alongside a goodwill impairment charge of US$181.07 million for the period ended September 30, 2025. The company highlighted a 7% increase in adjusted EBITDA and plans for asset divestitures expected to generate US$660 million in pre-tax cash proceeds, reflecting ongoing efforts to bolster efficiency and financial flexibility despite lower...
Description: Palantir Technologies (PLTR), Western Digital (WDC), Albemarle (ALB), Micron Technology (MU) and Newmont Corp. (NEM) were the top five S&P 500 index gainers on the stock market today. . Western Digital stock is the No. 1 performer in the S&P 500 this year. Micron stock and Palantir are in the top five while Newmont Mining is No. 6. Palantir stock...
Description: Albemarle's (ALB) outlook is improving as firmer signs of a lithium market recovery emerge, with glo
Description: 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.
Description: Specialty chemical giant Albemarle has underperformed the broader market over the past year, and analysts remain cautious about the stock’s prospects.
Description: Albemarle's consensus analyst price target has edged upward from $92.92 to $96.45. This reflects a nuanced shift in market expectations. This modest adjustment comes as analysts weigh evolving lithium market dynamics and company-specific developments. Stay tuned to find out how investors can navigate these ongoing changes and remain updated on the latest shifts in Albemarle's outlook. Stay updated as the Fair Value for Albemarle shifts by adding it to your watchlist or portfolio...
Description: Despite a net loss, Albemarle Corp (ALB) showcases strong cash flow and strategic asset sales to bolster financial flexibility.
Description: ALB narrows its quarterly loss and beats earnings estimates as cost cuts and higher Energy Storage volumes offset weaker lithium pricing.
Description: Although the revenue and EPS for Albemarle (ALB) give a sense of how its business performed in the quarter ended September 2025, it might be worth considering how some key metrics compare with Wall Street estimates and the year-ago numbers.
Description: Albemarle (ALB) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of +79.35% and +1.23%, respectively, for the quarter ended September 2025. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?
Description: The Charlotte, North Carolina-based company said it had a loss of $1.72 per share. Losses, adjusted for non-recurring costs, were 19 cents per share. The results topped Wall Street expectations.
Description: Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB), a global leader in providing essential elements for mobility, energy, connectivity and health, today announced its results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025.
Description: Albemarle's Q3 results are likely to reflect pressure from weak lithium prices, though cost and efficiency actions could cushion margins.
Description: Albemarle Corporation (NYSE:ALB) is included among the 13 Best Consistent Dividend Stocks to Buy Now. On October 24, Rothschild Redburn began coverage on Albemarle Corporation (NYSE:ALB) with a Buy rating and a price target of $135, as per The Fly’s report. The firm noted that the company is well-positioned to benefit from rising lithium prices, […]
Description: Albemarle (ALB) has drawn attention as investors review its recent returns and financial performance. The conversation often turns to valuation, especially as shares have gained over 11% this month and about 43% in the past 3 months. See our latest analysis for Albemarle. Albemarle’s stock hasn’t just surged in recent months; it has staged a remarkable rebound with a 43% share price return over the last quarter, which has reignited investor optimism. While the pace has cooled slightly this...
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Description: EXIM Bank has signalled support for REalloys’ North American rare-earth project, marking a potential milestone in Washington’s drive to establish critical-mineral independence from China.
Description: 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.
Description: Stepan Co. (SCL) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of +33.33% and +1.56%, respectively, for the quarter ended September 2025. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?
Description: If you are wondering what to do with Albemarle stock right now, you are not alone. Plenty of investors are on the fence, trying to weigh the risk and reward. The stock has had a bumpy ride, but lately there have been some signs of life. In the past month alone, Albemarle shares have jumped 9.7%, and they are up 13.4% year-to-date. That is in sharp contrast to a much bleaker showing over the last three years, when the stock plunged 63.8%. This sudden reversal in momentum is catching a lot of...
Description: Monday, October 27, 2025 The Market was bullish today, with a new wave of fresh records in the three major indices. The S&P 500 was up 1.2% at closing, thanks to easing US-China trade tensions.The Nasdaq Composite, up 1.9% gained more than 400 points on Monday.The Dow Jones Industrial Average ...
Description: In the most recent trading session, Albemarle (ALB) closed at $96.23, indicating a -8.91% shift from the previous trading day.
Description: US equity indexes broke records on Monday as a potential trade deal with China prompted investors to
Description: The Board of Directors of Albemarle Corp. (NYSE: ALB) announced today that it declared a quarterly common stock dividend of $0.405 per share. The dividend, which has an annualized rate of $1.62, is payable January 2, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business as of December 12, 2025.
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Description: KPS Capital Partners, LP ("KPS") announced today that, through a newly formed affiliate, it has entered into a definitive agreement with Albemarle Corporation ("Albemarle") (NYSE: ALB) to acquire a controlling stake in Ketjen Corporation's refining catalyst solutions business (collectively, "Ketjen" or the "Company"). KPS and Albemarle, through affiliates, will own approximately 51% and 49% of Ketjen at close, respectively, with KPS having a majority of the Board of Directors and operational con
Description: Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB), a global leader in providing essential elements for mobility, energy, connectivity and health today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell a controlling stake in Ketjen Corporation's refining catalyst solutions business (collectively, "Ketjen" or the "Company") to KPS Capital Partners, LP ("KPS").
Description: Stocks finished the week on a high note after strong corporate earnings and a bit of encouraging data on the inflation front pushed all three major U.S. indexes to new records. Investors bought an array of companies, expanding beyond the artificial-intelligence giants that have fueled the market this year, bolstering automaker Ford, lithium producer Albemarle and defense contractor General Dynamics. The Nasdaq composite and S&P 500 also advanced, logging their second straight weekly gains.
Description: Investing.com -- Rothschild & Co said the lithium market has reached its cyclical bottom after a three-year supply glut and expects prices to rise sharply as demand from electric vehicles and battery storage outpaces new supply later this decade.
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Description: HOUSTON & RUEIL-MALMAISON, France, October 23, 2025--Ketjen Corporation and Axens SA today announced a change to Ketjen and Axens’ ownership of and collaboration with Eurecat. Under the agreements, Ketjen will extend its collaboration with Eurecat on advanced catalyst technologies and services, including regeneration, rejuvenation, ex-situ sulfiding, and spent catalyst processing. In addition, Ketjen will sell its 50 percent ownership stake in Eurecat SA to Axens, along with Ketjen’s Isomerizati
Description: In recent weeks, Albemarle saw upward revisions in its earnings estimates following improved energy storage results linked to strengthening lithium prices, with multiple analysts raising their outlooks for the company. This sharp increase in earnings expectations stands out against broader industry challenges, reflecting Albemarle’s position as a leading global lithium producer with exposure to growing energy storage and electric vehicle demand. We will explore how this renewed analyst...
Description: Albemarle’s price target has recently been revised upward, with the Fair Value Estimate increasing from $87.79 to $92.92. This change reflects a wave of renewed optimism among analysts. The optimism is driven by government backing for domestic lithium and tightening global supply. Stay tuned to discover how you can track ongoing shifts in the narrative surrounding Albemarle’s stock and valuation outlook. What Wall Street Has Been Saying 🐂 Bullish Takeaways UBS upgraded Albemarle to Neutral...
Description: Albemarle is prepared to release its third-quarter results next month, with analysts predicting a significant double-digit earnings rise.
Description: 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.
Description: REalloys Inc. appoints GM Defense president Stephen S. duMont as non-executive chairman to align commercial growth with allied defense modernization and secure critical mineral supply chains.
Description: Albemarle (ALB) concluded the recent trading session at $92.74, signifying a -2.68% move from its prior day's close.
Description: Did you hear about the small Canadian company with a copper project in Alaska blocked by the Biden administration whose stock exploded higher in early October? No, not Trilogy Metals, which grabbed stock market headlines after President Donald Trump said on Oct. 7 that the U.S. will take a 10% stake in the company.
Description: American Battery Technology stock nose-dived on Thursday and kept falling early Friday after the Trump administration terminated its $57.7 million grant for a battery-grade lithium hydroxide manufacturing plant. The move added to questions about whether lithium will receive the same kind of government guarantees provided to rare earth minerals as part of the Defense Department's investment in MP Materials in July. Lithium Americas stock also tumbled on Thursday after a JPMorgan downgrade to underweight.
Description: Albemarle (ALB) has taken center stage as renewed US-China tensions around critical mineral exports stir up the market. Investors are watching closely because trade headlines are sparking a fresh debate on the company’s growth outlook. See our latest analysis for Albemarle. This burst of interest around Albemarle comes after a dramatic 17.7% one-month share price return, as investors digested headlines about critical minerals and strategic moves in the lithium space. Yet, the company’s...