ALB Albemarle Corp

$142.03

*Only the 1D chart reflects 15-min delayed quotes during market hours. Other timeframes update after market close.

Reporting for fiscal period ending
Expected on
Report Time: Unknown Release Time
The Whisper Number
Consensus Estimate:
Revenue Estimate:

Latest Earnings Insight

Albemarle's upcoming earnings report on November 5th is set against a backdrop of cautious anticipation, as the company navigates a challenging market environment with an EPS estimate of $0.00 and a revenue projection of $1.28 billion. Despite the lack of recent news, the whisper number aligns with the EPS estimate, suggesting that market expectations are tempered. With a market cap of approximately $12.4 billion, Albemarle's performance will be closely watched for any strategic shifts or operational efficiencies that could signal a turnaround. Investors will be particularly interested in how Albemarle plans to leverage its resources to drive growth and maintain its position in the industry, especially given the competitive pressures and economic uncertainties that have characterized the sector. As the earnings date approaches, the focus will be on whether Albemarle can meet or exceed these muted expectations, potentially setting the stage for future growth initiatives.

Updated On 1/6/2026

About Albemarle Corp

Albemarle Corporation is a fine chemical manufacturing company based in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Website: https://www.albemarle.com

Sector
LIFE SCIENCES
Industry
PLASTIC MATERIALS, SYNTH RESINS & NONVULCAN ELASTOMERS
Exchange
NYSE
Country
USA
Currency
USD
Fiscal Year End
December
CIK
915913
Address
451 FLORIDA STREET, BATON ROUGE, LA, US
Valuation
Market Cap
$6.22B
P/E Ratio
nan
PEG Ratio
0.99
Price to Book
0.81
Performance
EPS
$-11.20
Dividend Yield
3.06%
Profit Margin
-21.90%
ROE
-11.40%
Technicals
50D MA
$72.29
200D MA
$88.04
52W High
$135.07
52W Low
$49.43
Fundamentals
Shares Outstanding
118M
Target Price
$91.59
Beta
1.59

ALB EPS Estimates vs Actual

Estimated
Actual

ALB News & Sentiment

Dec 31, 2025 • www.sharewise.com NEUTRAL
Why Albemarle (ALB) Dipped More Than Broader Market Today
Albemarle (ALB) shares fell 1.78% on Wednesday, underperforming the broader market despite a recent monthly gain of 12.66%. Investors are anticipating its upcoming earnings report, with Zacks Consensus Estimates projecting significant year-over-year growth in EPS and revenue, reflecting positive analyst sentiment. The company currently holds a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
Dec 30, 2025 • MarketWatch SOMEWHAT-BEARISH
Albemarle Corp. stock underperforms Tuesday when compared to competitors
Shares of Albemarle Corp. (ALB) fell 1.78% to $142.01 on Tuesday, underperforming the broader market as the S&P 500 Index and Dow Jones Industrial Average also experienced declines. This marks the second consecutive day of losses for the stock.
Dec 30, 2025 • MarketBeat NEUTRAL
Leibman Financial Services Inc. Sells 16,507 Shares of Albemarle Corporation $ALB
Leibman Financial Services Inc. reduced its stake in Albemarle Corporation (NYSE:ALB) by 33.8% in Q3, selling 16,507 shares and holding 32,364 shares worth $2.62 million. While Wall Street sentiment is cautious with a "Hold" rating and an average price target of $120.21, some firms have recently raised their targets. Albemarle recently surpassed EPS estimates and declared a quarterly dividend of $0.405 per share.
Dec 30, 2025 • StocksToTrade NEUTRAL
Albemarle Stock Surge: Decoding The Dynamics
Albemarle Corporation's stock is experiencing a downturn due to market volatility, despite its critical role in lithium production for EVs. The company's recent earnings report showed robust revenue but struggled with profitability margins, though its balance sheet remains healthy. Strategic partnerships and expansions in lithium production are expected to drive long-term growth and strengthen its market position in the evolving renewable energy sector.
Dec 29, 2025 • Investing.com NEUTRAL
Huntsman appoints Amy Smedley as new general counsel
Huntsman Corporation announced that Amy Smedley will join the company as Executive Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary effective January 5, 2026, replacing David Stryker. Smedley previously spent 16 years with Huntsman and was most recently Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer at Savage Companies. The company also reported Q3 2025 earnings surpassed expectations, but an unplanned outage at its Rotterdam Polyurethanes facility is expected to negatively impact Q4 2025 adjusted EBITDA.
Dec 29, 2025 • Investing.com NEUTRAL
Fifth Third Bancorp ADR K stock hits 52-week low at 19.2 USD
Fifth Third Bancorp ADR K stock recently hit a 52-week low of 19.2 USD, marking a challenging year for the financial institution. Despite this, InvestingPro data suggests the stock may be undervalued with a P/E ratio of 12.38 and offers a significant 6.4% dividend yield, having maintained payments for 51 consecutive years. Investors are closely monitoring the bank's performance ahead of its next earnings report on January 22nd.
Sentiment Snapshot

Average Sentiment Score:

0.223
50 articles with scored sentiment

Overall Sentiment:

Bullish

ALB Reported Earnings

Jul 30, 2025
Jun 30, 2025 (Post market)
0.92 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $0.11
  • Estimate: $-0.81
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 113.6%
Apr 30, 2025
Mar 31, 2025 (Post market)
0.5 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $-0.18
  • Estimate: $-0.68
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 73.5%
Feb 12, 2025
Dec 31, 2024 (Post market)
-0.42 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $-1.09
  • Estimate: $-0.67
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: -62.7%
Nov 06, 2024
Sep 30, 2024 (Post market)
-1.07 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $-1.55
  • Estimate: $-0.48
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: -222.9%
Jul 31, 2024
Jun 30, 2024 (Post market)
-0.39 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $0.04
  • Estimate: $0.43
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: -90.7%
May 01, 2024
Mar 31, 2024 (Post market)
0.02 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $0.26
  • Estimate: $0.24
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 8.3%
Feb 14, 2024
Dec 31, 2023 (Post market)
0.75 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $1.85
  • Estimate: $1.10
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 68.2%
Nov 01, 2023
Sep 30, 2023 (Post market)
-1.25 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $2.74
  • Estimate: $3.99
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: -31.3%
Aug 02, 2023
Jun 30, 2023 (Post market)
2.89 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $7.33
  • Estimate: $4.44
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 65.1%

Financials