ALB Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ALB - Albemarle Corporation
$117.64
-0.12 (-0.10%)
▼
5d:
+2.43%
30d:
-13.55%
90d:
-40.19%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 31, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 05, 2026
2d
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Strength: 4.5/10
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: ALB trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -41.7% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: ALB trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -41.7% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$23.79
Based on -34.1% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$14.77
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ALB is currently trading at $117.64, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $116.30 to $138.63. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 9.4) compared to its historical average (47.7). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 41.7% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ALB is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $111.55, while resistance sits at $123.31.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $187.16 (+59.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ALB is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $111.55, while resistance sits at $123.31.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $187.16 (+59.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$116.30 -
$138.63
Company Quality Score
61/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 59.1% below Wall St target ($187.16)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$116.30 -
$138.63
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$111.55
Resistance Level
$123.31
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jul 31, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.43
Wall Street Target
$187.16
(+59.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
32.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-66.2%
Profit Margin
-4.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-41.7% cheaper
PE vs Historical
9.4 vs 47.7
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-41.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$105.88
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$95.29
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$85.76
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9→48)
$433.57
(+269%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.7, Growth: -72.1%)
$252.92
(+115%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.4, Growth: -72.1%)
$115.11
(-2%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.0, Growth: -72.1%)
$97.85
(-17%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 9.4 to 47.7
Stabilization Target:
$594.75
(+405.6%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+405.6%
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0
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1
Sells
Net
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