ALB
Albemarle Corporation
PLASTIC MATERIALS, SYNTH RESINS & NONVULCAN ELASTOMERS
Albemarle (ALB) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$95.97
+1.04 (+1.10%)
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5d:
+1.05%
30d:
-1.72%
90d:
-26.45%
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Earnings: Nov 04, 2026
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Updated Nov 11, 12:00 AM ET
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence (72%)
Quality Score
60/100
Position
FAIR
30-Day Fair Range
$92.89 – $100.87
Position: FAIR
Forward P/E & Valuation
11.3x
CHEAP
vs 36.2x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$141.73
+47.7% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$89.77 / $102.28
Trend: Strong Uptrend
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
Forward Earnings Fair Value & Price Prediction →
📊 HOLD: ALB shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Smart Money Accumulation
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Signal fired Nov 9, 2026 at $98.14 · last confirmed Nov 10, 2026
Strength: 7.0/10
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$140.19
Based on -7.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$87.05
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 $95.97, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $92.89 to $100.87. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 11.3) compared to its historical average (36.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 32.1% 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 $89.77, while resistance sits at $102.28.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 50/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $141.73 (+47.7%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ALB is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $89.77, while resistance sits at $102.28.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 50/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $141.73 (+47.7%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$92.89 -
$100.87
Company Quality Score
60/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
72.4%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$92.89 -
$100.87
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support Level
$89.77
Resistance Level
$102.28
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Nov 11, 2026
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View Profit Protection PlanQuantitative Signal Breakdown
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (50/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 47.7% below Wall St target ($141.73)
- NEUTRAL: Bottoming setup forming (50/100) — watch for confirmation
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
11.33
Wall Street Target
$141.73
(+47.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
18.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-66.2%
Profit Margin
11.1%
Valuation Discount vs History
-32.1% cheaper
PE vs Historical
11.3 vs 36.2
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-32.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$86.37
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$77.74
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$69.96
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 11→36)
$223.46
(+133%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: -19.1%)
$122.60
(+28%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 11.3, Growth: -19.1%)
$69.96
(-27%)
Bear:
(PE: 9.6, Growth: -19.1%)
$59.47
(-38%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (23x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (11x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 22.87 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.15
Bull Case
$208.85
(+118%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 25.2
Base Case
$189.86
(+98%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 22.9
Bear Case
$64.55
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 19.4
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 11.3 to 36.2
Stabilization Target:
$306.53
(+219.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+219.4%
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Bullish
2 Retail Mentions
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1
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Last Tracked
Nov 5, 2026
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AI Retail Discussion Summary:
Albemarle (ALB) reported Q3 2026 earnings that beat estimates, driven by higher lithium pricing and improved Energy Storage performance. The company recorded a net income of $297M and Free Cash Flow of $325M.
Key Retail Themes:
Strong financial performance
Lithium market leadership
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