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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.

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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.

Freeport-McMoRan

Materials Select Sector SPDR Fund

The Materials Select Sector SPDR Fund pushed to a fresh high Monday as investors embraced the cyclical trade: stocks that stand to benefit from building and construction. The exchange-traded fund, the largest tracking the sector, touched an intraday high of 83.88, up 0.8%, on the strength of stocks like Freeport-McMoRan Inc. and Albemarle Corporation , both among the biggest gainers in the S&P 500.

Materials ETF sets another all-time high

Amplify Lithium & Battery Technology ETF

Lithium Americas Corp

Global X Lithium & Battery Tech ETF

Livent Corp

Sociedad Quimica Y Minera De Chile

Lithium prices continued to rise the past month.

Lithium Miners News For The Month Of April 2021

Chilean regulators have settled a high stakes dispute over reserves data with top lithium producer Albemarle Corp, according to a letter viewed by Reuters, defusing a spat that may have led to the suspension of the company's permit to expand its operations in Chile.

Exclusive: Chile settles dispute with Albemarle over lithium reserves data

Energizer Holdings

Piedmont Lithium

Lithium stocks are a great way to play the EV trend because it aims to solve issues of limited battery life and slow charging times. The post 5 Lithium Stocks Supporting the Future of Tech appeared first on InvestorPlace.

5 Lithium Stocks Supporting the Future of Tech

CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --  Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB), a leader in the global specialty chemicals industry, announced today that it has joined the United Nations (UN) Global Compact, a voluntary leadership platform for the development, implementation and disclosure of responsible business practices, and the largest corporate sustainability initiative in the world.

Albemarle Corporation Announces United Nations Global Compact Membership

Evercore ISI analyst Stephen Richardson raised his ratings for Albemarle and Livent to Buy from Hold—and lifted his price targets for both, too.

Two Lithium Stocks Win Upgrades. Why One Analyst Is Heavy on the Soft Metal.

ARKAY vs. ALB: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?

Don't count on lithium company Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB) returning to its recent highs anytime soon: significant resistance has formed in the market. Resistance is a significant number of sellers who have gathered around the same price level.

1 Lithium Battery Stock That's Up Big: Is It Too Late To Buy?

The EV growth should be a major boost for lithium producers in the coming years, due to strong demand for the production of lithium-ion batteries. Albemarle is one of the largest lithium producers globally and is investing considerably in new capacity to meet the expected growing demand.

Albemarle: A Different Way To Play The EV Boom

BorgWarner

Our indicative theme of Electric Vehicle Component Supplier Stocks - which includes stocks of companies that make EV components and raw materials for batteries - has fared reasonably well in recent weeks. The theme is up by about 9% year-to-date, compared to the S&P 500 which is up by about 10%.

Albemarle, BorgWarner: Best Stocks To Play The Electrification Of The Auto Industry?

CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --  Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB), a leader in the global specialty chemicals industry, announced today that it will release its first-quarter 2021 earnings after the NYSE closes on Wednesday, May 5, 2021.

Albemarle Corporation to Release First-Quarter 2021 Earnings Results on Wednesday, May 5, 2021

Lithium stocks got a boost on Thursday following the release of President Joe Biden's plans to upgrade the U.S.'s infrastructure. The post Lithium Stocks: Why Shares of LTHM, ALB and SQM Are Looking Strong Today appeared first on InvestorPlace.

Lithium Stocks: Why Shares of LTHM, ALB and SQM Are Looking Strong Today

Volkswagen AG

The U.S. government is going to invest $174 billion into EVs by 2030 via the infrastructure plan. Lithium prices are blasting off, up 88%.

174 Billion Reasons To Invest In Lithium

NextEra Energy

Anglo American PLC

Romeo Power

Lithium stocks are a hot commodity as the EV revolution continues to develop. And that makes these seven picks worth considering.

7 Battery and Lithium Stocks Ready for the Future

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESSWIRE / March 31, 2021 / Scotch Creek Ventures Inc. (the "Company") (CSE:SCV)(FSE:7S2) ("Scotch Creek" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the expansion of its Highlands West project located in Clayton Valley, Nevada (see new release dated March 23, 2021). These additional lithium claims add to its overall lithium exploration land package which is now extended North directly adjacent to Albemarle Corporation (ALB) Silver Peak Mine.

Scotch Creek Ventures Completes Property Expansion on Highlands West Project adjacent to Albemarle's Silver Peak Mine

Panasonic Holdings Corp

QuantumScape

These quantum glass stocks are the frontrunners in the emerging solid-state battery industry which could revolutionize the EV industry The post 3 Quantum Glass Stocks You Should Know to Diversify Your EV Portfolio appeared first on InvestorPlace. More From InvestorPlace Why Everyone Is Investing in 5G All WRONG It doesn't matter if you have $500 in savings or $5 million.

3 Quantum Glass Stocks You Should Know to Diversify Your EV Portfolio

Glencore PLC

Vale S.A.

Investors are most likely to see upward moves in battery stocks in the coming months due to soaring risk appetite for EV-related businesses. The post 7 of the Hottest Battery Stocks That Electric Vehicles Rely On appeared first on InvestorPlace.

7 of the Hottest Battery Stocks That Electric Vehicles Rely On

General Motors

Toyota Motor

Tesla

Xcel Energy

With 2021 and beyond shaping up to be a pivotal year for electric vehicles, keeping an eye on stocks like Tesla (TSLA), General Motors (GM), Toyota Motor (TM), Albemarle (ALB) & Xcel Energy (XEL) seems prudent.

5 Stocks to Watch as Electric Vehicles Take Over the World

Amphenol

TE Connectivity PLC

Our indicative theme of Electric Vehicle Component Supplier Stocks - which includes stocks of companies that make EV components and raw materials for batteries - is up by about 4% year to date, roughly in line with the S&P 500. The theme has also returned about 40% since the end of 2019, compared.

Electric Vehicle Supplier Stocks To Watch Following GM And VW's Major EV Commitments

Lithium prices surged higher the past month.

Lithium Miners News For The Month Of March 2021

Algonquin Power & Utilities

Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure

Brookfield Asset Management

Brookfield Renewable Partners

Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P.

Blink Charging

Clean Energy Fuels

Canadian Natural Resources

VanEck Vectors Oil Refiners ETF

Canadian Solar

Cenovus Energy

Chevron

Enbridge

Enterprise Products Partners

Energy Transfer LP Unit

First Trust Global Wind Energy ETF

Imperial Oil

Kinder Morgan

Marathon Petroleum

MPLX

Occidental Petroleum

In 2020, renewable energy was a winning investment theme, as the sector benefited from environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investment trends and a favorable political backdrop.

Renewables Versus Oil & Gas - Be Smart, Choose What's Best

Albemarle (ALB) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

Albemarle (ALB) Up 7.8% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?

When looking for potential investment options, I always consider the company's leadership position within the sector that it operates. Companies that have the top spot in its area of business stand out because they tend to get stronger over time and can usually weather any headwinds that impact the sector.

Albemarle: A Strong Sell at This Valuation

CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Albemarle Corporation (the "Company") (NYSE: ALB) today announced the upsize and early results of the previously announced cash tender offers by the Company and two of its wholly-owned subsidiaries, Albemarle Wodgina Pty Ltd (ACN 630 509 303) ("Wodgina") and Albemarle New Holding GmbH ("New Holding," and together with the Company and Wodgina, the "Issuers").

Albemarle Announces Upsize and Early Results of Cash Tender Offers

CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Albemarle Corporation (the "Company") (NYSE: ALB) today announced the pricing of the previously announced cash tender offers by the Company and two of its wholly-owned subsidiaries, Albemarle Wodgina Pty Ltd ("Wodgina") and Albemarle New Holding GmbH ("New Holding," and together with the Company and Wodgina, the "Issuers"), for up to $100,000,000 in aggregate principal amount of securities (the "Dollar Security Maximum Amount") of the Dollar Tender Offer (as defined below) and up to €100,000,000 in aggregate principal amount of securities (the "Euro Security Maximum Amount") of the Euro Tender Offer (as defined below).

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