Albemarle Corporation
ALBBasic MaterialsNASDAQSpecialty Chemicals · Last scanned Oct 26, 2026
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Daily timeframePart of the basic materials sector, Albemarle Corporation (ALB) is listed under Specialty Chemicals. The $11.05B market capitalization puts ALB squarely in large-cap range for its industry. It operates through three segments: Energy Storage, Specialties, and Ketjen.
Market Cap
$11.05B
Beta
1.36
P/E (TTM)
346.93
P/E (Fwd)
8.67
EPS (TTM)
$0.27
EPS (Fwd)
$10.80
ROE
2.6%
ROA
3.2%
Cash
$1.63B
Total Debt
$2.00B
Free CF
$1.33B
52W Change
-2.7%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where ALB stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 20, 2026 close, ALB finished 35.42% below its 150-day moving average ($146.54) and 37.81% below its 200-day moving average ($152.18). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is ALB overbought or oversold?
At the October 20, 2026 close, ALB's RSI(14) was 13.9, in oversold territory (below 30). The MACD histogram was negative, so short-term momentum leaned bearish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
Albemarle Corporation carries $2.00B in total debt against $1.63B in cash reserves — debt is modestly above the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. Free cash flow comes in at $1.33B, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. ROE of 2.6% points to modest capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. ROA of 3.2% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has pulled back from $7.32B (2022) to $5.14B (2025), a 30% decline worth watching.
At over 50x earnings, ALB carries valuation risk — any slowdown in growth expectations could lead to meaningful price adjustments. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing ALB.