Albemarle Corporation· ALB

Albemarle Corporation stands as a global innovator, producing and distributing a diverse portfolio of engineered specialty chemicals. Its business operations are divided into three principal segments: Lithium, Bromine, and Catalysts. The Lithium division supplies a variety of lithium compounds, including lithium carbonate, hydroxide, and chloride, alongside critical reagents like butyllithium. These materials are vital for manufacturing lithium-ion batteries found in electric vehicles and consumer electronics, as well as for high-performance greases, thermoplastic elastomers used in tires and plastics, and as catalysts for chemical reactions, organic synthesis in areas like steroid chemistry, vitamins, and the pharmaceutical industry. This segment also delivers cesium products for chemical and pharmaceutical applications, zirconium, barium, and titanium for pyrotechnic devices such as airbag initiators, offers expert technical services for the safe handling of reactive lithium products, and provides recycling solutions for lithium-containing by-products. The Bromine segment focuses on bromine and bromine-based fire safety compounds. It produces an array of specialty chemicals, including elemental bromine, various bromides, and brominated powdered activated carbon, which are utilized in chemical synthesis, fluids for oil and gas drilling, mercury emission control, water purification, and food processing. Additionally, it provides tertiary amines, which serve as key ingredients in surfactants, biocides, and sanitizers. Finally, the Catalysts segment offers a range of catalytic agents, including those for hydroprocessing, isomerization, and alkylation, alongside fluidized catalytic cracking (FCC) catalysts and additives, as well as organometallics and curatives. Albemarle's products are integral to numerous industries, including energy storage, petroleum refining, consumer electronics, construction, automotive, lubricants, pharmaceuticals, and crop protection. Established in 1887, the company's headquarters are located in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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  Can Albemarle's Lithium Expansion Fuel Sales Volume Growth?

  ALB's lithium expansion projects are lifting sales volumes and capacity as demand for batteries and energy storage supports future growth.

  Sep 16, 2026
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  Should You Buy, Sell or Hold ALB Stock After a 29% Dip in 6 Months?

  Albemarle's 29% slide reflects weak lithium prices and near-term margin pressure, but project ramp-ups and cost savings offer support.

  Sep 15, 2026
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  Albemarle (ALB) Stock Slides as Market Rises: Facts to Know Before You Trade

  Albemarle (ALB) closed the most recent trading day at $117.52, moving 3.76% from the previous trading session.

  Sep 11, 2026
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  Albemarle Corporation $ALB Position Boosted by Amundi

  Amundi grew its holdings in Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB) by 40.5% during the second quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 827,874 shares of the specialty chemicals company's stock after purchasing an additional 238,774 shares during the period. Amundi owned about 0.70% of

  Sep 10, 2026
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  Why Albemarle (ALB) Dipped More Than Broader Market Today

  In the latest trading session, Albemarle (ALB) closed at $122.11, marking a -3.02% move from the previous day.

  Sep 10, 2026

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  Albemarle price target lowered to $161 from $189 at Morgan Stanley

  Morgan Stanley· Vincent Andrews· $161.00
  Aug 10, 2026
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  Albemarle price target lowered to $190 from $200 at Scotiabank

  Scotiabank· Ben Isaacson· $190.00
  Aug 10, 2026
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  Albemarle price target lowered to $225 from $245 at Truist

  Truist Financial· Peter Osterland· $225.00
  Aug 7, 2026
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  Albemarle price target raised to $215 from $200 at Scotiabank

  Scotiabank· Ben Isaacson· $215.00
  May 14, 2026
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  Albemarle price target raised to $250 from $210 at Deutsche Bank

  Deutsche Bank· David Begleiter· $250.00
  May 12, 2026