0HC7 Stock Chart & Stats
$115.06
-$2.68(-2.33%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$115.06
-$2.68(-2.33%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$70.76 - $221.10
Previous CloseN/A
Volume2.40K
Average Volume (3M)2.67K
Market Cap
$15.47B
Enterprise Value$21.25K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$1.63B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$1.99B
Price to Earnings (P/E)273.1
Beta1.71
Next Earnings
Nov 04, 2026EPS Estimate
2.83Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.25%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.48
Shares Outstanding118,005,060
10 Day Avg. Volume2,240
30 Day Avg. Volume2,673
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.51
Price to Book (P/B)1.75
Price to Sales (P/S)3.24
P/FCF Ratio24.04
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$190.88Price Target Upside65.90% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering17
EPS Forecast (FY)12.14
Revenue Forecast (FY)$6.30B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Cash GenerationA sustained rebound in operating and free cash flow provides durable liquidity to fund brownfield growth, pay down debt, and support disciplined capital allocation. Over the next 2–6 months stronger cash conversion reduces refinancing risk and increases optionality for strategic investment or buybacks.
Balance Sheet LeverageMaterial debt reduction and low net leverage strengthen financial resilience through the cycle. Lower interest and covenant pressure improve capacity for capital spending and M&A, and provide a buffer against commodity-driven revenue swings over the medium term.
Operational Execution & MarginsStrong quarter reflects improved pricing, volume execution and cost saves, showing the business can scale profitability when market conditions permit. Sustained margin expansion and raised Specialties guidance signal durable operating leverage and structural margin improvement potential.
Bears Say
Volatile Earnings & Low ReturnsCyclical swings and low ROIC indicate the asset base currently delivers weak returns versus capital employed. If lithium pricing or demand softens, earnings and cash flow could quickly reverse, limiting sustainable shareholder returns over the next several quarters.
Operational Disruption RiskA major plant incident that delays production materially affects volume delivery and near-term revenue. Recovery timelines and ramp risks can persist for months, creating durable downside to volume forecasts and putting pressure on contracted customer supply commitments.
Tight Physical Market & Price TimingExtremely low inventories and volatile spodumene pricing raise the risk of margin dilution from input timing lags and sourcing disruptions. Structural tightness can amplify cyclical swings and make earnings and cash flows more sensitive to feedstock cost movements over the coming 2–6 months.
Albemarle News
0HC7 FAQ
What was Albemarle’s price range in the past 12 months?
Albemarle lowest share price was $70.76 and its highest was $221.10 in the past 12 months.
What is Albemarle’s market cap?
Albemarle’s market cap is $15.47B.
When is Albemarle’s upcoming earnings report date?
Albemarle’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 04, 2026 which is in 86 days.
How were Albemarle’s earnings last quarter?
Albemarle released its earnings results on Aug 05, 2026. The company reported $3.75 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $3.203 by $0.547.
Is Albemarle overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Albemarle’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Albemarle pay dividends?
Albemarle pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.41 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.25%. See more information on Albemarle dividends here
What is Albemarle’s EPS estimate?
Albemarle’s EPS estimate is 2.83.
How many shares outstanding does Albemarle have?
Albemarle has 118,005,060 shares outstanding.
What happened to Albemarle’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Albemarle reported an EPS of $3.75 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $3.203. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 6.077%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Albemarle?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:0HC7
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Albemarle Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$190.88 (65.90% Upside)
$190.88 (65.90% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
GB:0HC7 Sentiment 78%
Sector Average ―
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News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
38.28%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
1.25%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-8.02%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Albemarle
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.
0HC7 Company Deck
0HC7 Earnings Call
Q2 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveyed a strong operational and financial quarter highlighted by robust top‑line growth (net sales +31%), outsized EBITDA expansion (+155%), exceptional cash generation (Q2 cash from operations $710M and $638M FCF) and meaningful cost/productivity gains. Management raised Specialties outlook, advanced DLE pilot results (>90% recoveries) and signaled disciplined capital allocation with attractive brownfield growth options. Offsetting risks include a June fire at Greenbushes (CGP3) that delayed some volume, tight industry inventories and spodumene supply constraints, supply chain impacts from Middle East disruptions (estimated $70–$90M effect), and near‑term margin sensitivity from spodumene price timing. Overall, the positive operational execution, strong cash flow and upgraded outlooks outweigh the near‑term operational and market headwinds.View all GB:0HC7 earnings summaries0HC7 Net sales Breakdown
52.70% Energy Storage
26.57% Specialties
20.73% Ketjen
0HC7 Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$190.88
▲(65.90% Upside)
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