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An operating expense is an expense a business incurs through its normal business operations. Often abbreviated as OPEX.

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Shares outstanding refer to a company's stock currently held by all its shareholders, including share blocks held by institutional investors and restricted shares owned by the company's officers and insiders.

Outstanding Shares

Market Cap

Also known as Price/Sales Ratio. Calculated using Average market cap for the quarter / Annualized quarterly revenue.

Revenue Multiple

Albemarle

Albemarle Corp. engages in the development, manufacture, and marketing of chemicals for consumer electronics, petroleum refining, utilities, packaging, construction, transportation, pharmaceuticals, crop production, food-safety, and custom chemistry services. It operates through the following segments: Lithium, Bromine, Catalysts, and All Other. The Lithium segment develops and manufactures basic lithium compounds, including lithium carbonate, lithium hydroxide, lithium chloride, and value-added lithium specialties and reagents. The Bromine segment consists of bromine and bromine-based businesses including products used in fire safety solutions and other specialty chemicals applications. The Catalysts segment contains two product lines: clean fuel technologies, which are primarily composed of hydro processing catalysts, and heavy oil upgrading that is composed of fluidized catalytic cracking catalysts and additives. The All Other segment includes the FCS business. The company was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Charlotte, NC.

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Albemarle (ALB) reports exceptional Q4 results and eyes EV market growth

Albemarle's Q4 2022 earnings call showcased outstanding financial performance, strong guidance for 2023, and strategic focus on growth opportunities and sustainability. Despite challenges in EBITDA margins and capital expenditures, the company remains well-positioned to leverage opportunities in the EV market and drive future growth.

Albemarle reports stellar Q1 results, eyes growth amid market challenges

Albemarle's strong Q1 performance and optimistic 2023 outlook underscore its growth trajectory and commitment to meeting market demands. While facing challenges from market dynamics and pricing uncertainties, the company's strategic moves and focus on sustainability present opportunities for sustained success.

Albemarle reports stellar Q2 results, boosts guidance amid sustainability focus

Albemarle's strong Q2 performance, increased guidance, sustainability focus, and strategic partnerships position it well for future growth. While challenges exist in certain business segments and market conditions, the company's disciplined approach and investments in key regions provide resilience. Opportunities in organic growth, strategic investments, and market confidence pave the way for continued success.

Albemarle reports Q3 sales growth, eyes energy storage opportunities

Albemarle's Q3 performance saw sales growth but EBITDA decline, with a revised 2023 outlook anticipating strong sales growth. The company is strategically focused on collaborations, cost efficiency, and growth initiatives while navigating market challenges and seizing opportunities in energy storage and lithium extraction technologies.

Albemarle posts record Q4 sales, navigates lithium market challenges

Albemarle reported strong financial performance in Q4 2023, with record net sales and a focus on unlocking incremental cash through strategic measures.
Despite challenges from lower lithium prices and delayed projects, the company remains confident in future demand and is proactively addressing market dynamics.
Opportunities lie in improving cash flow, aligning expenses with market pricing, and releasing working capital, positioning Albemarle for financial resilience and growth.
By strategically rephasing investments, reducing costs, and optimizing cash flow, Albemarle demonstrates adaptability and a forward-looking approach to navigate market uncertainties.

Albemarle reports robust Q1 performance and eyes growth opportunities

Albemarle's Q1 performance showcased strong net sales and EBITDA, driven by productivity plans and successful bidding events.
Despite challenges in cash flow conversion and margin compression, the company's focus on growth investments and sustainability initiatives positions it for future success.
Opportunities lie in maximizing resources, expanding market reach through auctions, and capitalizing on growing demand for energy storage and EVs.
Overall, Albemarle's strategic actions and market positioning indicate a resilient outlook amidst industry challenges and evolving market dynamics.

Albemarle reports Q3 challenges, focuses on cost efficiency for growth

Albemarle's Q3 performance reflects operational resilience amid revenue declines, with a focus on cost efficiencies and cash flow management. Despite challenges, the company's strong balance sheet and strategic initiatives offer opportunities for long-term growth. By closely monitoring markets and implementing cost-saving measures, Albemarle aims to navigate current uncertainties and maintain competitiveness.

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Albemarle Corp. engages in the development, manufacture, and marketing of chemicals for consumer electronics, petroleum refining, utilities, packaging, construction, transportation, pharmaceuticals, crop production, food-safety, and custom chemistry services. It operates through the following segments: Energy Storage, Specialties, Ketjen, and All Other. The Energy Storage segment develops and manufactures a broad range of basic lithium compounds, including lithium carbonate, lithium hydroxide, and lithium chloride. The Specialties segment focuses on optimizing a portfolio of bromine and specialized lithium solutions. The Ketjen segment consists of clean fuels technologies, fluidized catalytic cracking catalysts and additives, and performance catalyst solutions, which is primarily composed of organometallics and curatives. The All Other segment refers only to the FCS business that did not fit into any of the company’s core businesses. The company was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Charlotte, NC.

Albemarle Corporation (ALB) CEO Kent Masters on Q4 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Shares of the lithium producer declined after it reported earnings, despite a recent warning of what the quarter's results would look like.

Why Albemarle Stock Fell 10% Out of the Gate Today

Albemarle (ALB) benefits from a recovery in demand following the coronavirus-led slowdown and its cost-saving actions in Q4.

Albemarle (ALB) Tops Earnings and Revenue Estimates in Q4

Albemarle (ALB) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 1.74% and 0.34%, respectively, for the quarter ended December 2020. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

Albemarle (ALB) Q4 Earnings and Revenues Surpass Estimates

Albemarle Corp, the world's largest lithium producer, reported a lower fourth-quarter profit on Wednesday and forecast a decline in current year earnings as it struggles with lower demand due to the COVID-19 pandemic's hit to economic activity.

Lithium producer Albemarle posts lower quarterly profit

Shares of Albemarle (NYSE:ALB) fell in after-market trading after the company reported Q4 results. Quarterly Results Earnings per share were down 32.37% year over year to $1.17, which beat the estimate of $1.10.

Albemarle: Q4 Earnings Insights

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB) today announced its results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2020. Fourth Quarter 2020 and Recent Highlights (Unless otherwise stated, all percent changes represent year-over-year...

Albemarle Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2020 Results

Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB) is poised to benefit from a potential upturn in lithium earnings, according to Deutsche Bank. The Albemarle Analyst: David Begleiter upgraded Albemarle from Hold to Buy and raised the price target from $175 to $190.

Deutsche Bank Upgrades Albemarle On Lithium Earnings Potential

Albemarle (NYSE:ALB) releases its next round of earnings this Wednesday, February 17. Get the latest predictions in Benzinga's essential guide to the company's Q4 earnings report.

Albemarle's Earnings Outlook

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB), a leader in the global specialty chemicals industry, announced today that Albemarle CEO Kent Masters has signed the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion pledge. "We are committed to a culture where our...

Albemarle Corporation Joins CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion

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David Carlson (Trades, Portfolio)'s Elfun Trust sold shares of the following stocks during the fourth quarter, which ended on Dec. 31.

Elfun Trust Exits Chevron, Albemarle

Albemarle (ALB) is likely to have benefited from cost-saving initiatives in Q4. However, weak lithium prices and soft demand in certain markets are likely to have affected performance.

Albemarle (ALB) to Report Q4 Earnings: What's in the Offing?

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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB), a leader in the global specialty chemicals industry, today announced the pricing of a previously announced underwritten public offering of 8,496,733 shares of its common stock at a price to the public of $153....

Albemarle Announces Pricing of Public Offering of Common Stock

Albemarle (ALB) expects adjusted EPS in the range of $1.11-$1.19 for Q4.

Albemarle (ALB) Issues Q4 Preliminary Results, Provides FY21 View

Albemarle Corp shares slipped 1.5% in extended trading on Tuesday after the world's largest producer of lithium launched a $1.3 billion share offering to fund its growth plans and pay down debt.

Albemarle shares slip on $1.3 billion stock offering

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB), a leader in the global specialty chemicals industry, today announced preliminary results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2020. Fourth-Quarter 2020 Highlights (Unless otherwise stated, all percent...

Albemarle Provides Fourth-Quarter 2020 Update

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB), a leader in the global specialty chemicals industry, today announced that it has commenced an underwritten public offering of $1,300,000,000 of shares of its common stock. In connection with this offering,...

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