(ALB) Albemarle - Ratings and Ratios

Exchange: NYSE • Country: United States • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US0126531013

ALB: Lithium, Bromine, Catalysts, Chemicals, Energy, Solutions

Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB) is a global leader in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of specialized chemicals. With a rich history dating back to 1887, the company has positioned itself as a critical player in multiple high-growth industries. Its operations are divided into three key segments: Energy Storage, Specialties, and Ketjen.

The Energy Storage segment is pivotal, focusing on lithium compounds essential for renewable energy and electric vehicle (EV) technologies. Products include lithium carbonate and hydroxide, crucial for EV batteries. Additionally, the segment offers recycling services for lithium by-products, enhancing sustainability in the energy sector.

The Specialties segment diversifies the companys portfolio with bromine-based chemicals, used in fire retardants and pharmaceuticals, and cesium products for the chemical industry. This segment underscores Albemarles commitment to innovation and industrial applications.

The Ketjen segment specializes in clean fuels technologies, including catalysts for petroleum refining. This segment addresses the growing demand for efficient refining processes, aligning with global efforts to reduce emissions and improve fuel quality.

With a market cap of over $9.3 billion, Albemarles financials indicate a forward P/E ratio of 71.94, reflecting investor confidence in its growth prospects. This, coupled with a diversified market approach, positions Albemarle as a strategic investment opportunity in the specialty chemicals sector.

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ALB Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 8,488m
Sector Basic Materials
Industry Specialty Chemicals
GiC Sub-Industry Specialty Chemicals
IPO / Inception 1994-02-17

ALB Stock Ratings

Growth 5y -4.83%
Fundamental -42.7%
Dividend 54.3%
Rel. Strength -40.4
Analysts 3.57/5
Fair Price Momentum 61.52 USD
Fair Price DCF -

ALB Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 1.95%
Yield on Cost 5y 3.24%
Annual Growth 5y 0.89%
Payout Consistency 97.2%

ALB Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m -81.9%
Growth Correlation 12m -68.3%
Growth Correlation 5y -9.9%
CAGR 5y 7.57%
CAGR/Max DD 5y 0.10
Sharpe Ratio 12m -1.35
Alpha -55.42
Beta 1.704
Volatility 47.42%
Current Volume 2010.1k
Average Volume 20d 2009.9k
What is the price of ALB stocks?
As of April 02, 2025, the stock is trading at USD 71.82 with a total of 2,010,065 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by -7.53%, over one month by +3.25%, over three months by -15.26% and over the past year by -43.40%.
Is Albemarle a good stock to buy?
Probably not. Based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, Albemarle (NYSE:ALB) is currently (April 2025) not a good stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of -42.73 and therefor a somewhat negative outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of ALB as of April 2025 is 61.52. This means that ALB is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of -14.34%.
Is ALB a buy, sell or hold?
Albemarle has received a consensus analysts rating of 3.57. Therefor, it is recommend to hold ALB.
  • Strong Buy: 8
  • Buy: 3
  • Hold: 15
  • Sell: 1
  • Strong Sell: 1
What are the forecast for ALB stock price target?
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, ALB Albemarle will be worth about 68.8 in April 2026. The stock is currently trading at 71.82. This means that the stock has a potential downside of -4.26%.
Issuer Forecast Upside
Wallstreet Target Price 101.3 41.1%
Analysts Target Price 117.9 64.1%
ValueRay Target Price 68.8 -4.3%