
Albemarle (ALB) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Albemarle (ALB) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Albemarle is poised for growth, with Energy Storage volumes projected to increase by 0-10% in 2025, demonstrating resilience in a competitive market. The company's strategic move to lower capital expenditure guidance for 2025 to $700-$800 million from $1.7 billion in 2024 reflects a focus on optimizing operations and enhancing profitability. Additionally, the forecasted free cash flow of $35 million for 2025, significantly improved from a previous expectation of -$321 million, indicates a positive financial outlook, further supported by anticipated returns of dividends starting in 2026 as capital expenditures decrease and market conditions improve.
Bears say
Albemarle's fourth-quarter sales experienced a significant decline of 48% year-over-year, resulting in total revenues of $1.2 billion, largely driven by a 63% drop in Energy Storage revenue. The Energy Storage segment has been reported to have negative EBITDA when excluding joint venture income, indicating serious operational challenges. Additionally, the expectation of lower lithium prices outside of China and a substantial capex cut of 50% for 2025 contribute to a pessimistic outlook for the company's future financial performance.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Albemarle and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Albemarle (ALB) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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