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

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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.

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Clorox

Essex Property Trust

Federal Realty Investment Trust

Hormel Foods

Medtronic

Realty Income Corp

Stanley Black & Decker

Sysco

Target

T. Rowe Price Group

V.F.

Walgreens

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Barrick Gold

Lithium Americas Corp

2022 proved to be tumultuous for several industries, but 2023 has been off to a good start and with inflation finally cooling down, it looks like there is light at the end of the tunnel for investors to capture high return mining stocks. Mining companies have been making investments and acquisitions knowing that whatever the turbulence they face, the energy demand will continue to remain.

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Amdocs

Apple

A portfolio should have dividends, growth, and penny stocks depending on the risk-taking ability. Within the dividend stock space, there can be potentially two types of stocks.

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Amplify Lithium & Battery Technology ETF

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Proshares S&P Global Core Battery Metals ETF

Global X Lithium & Battery Tech ETF

Sprott Lithium Miners ETF

Livent Corp

Piedmont Lithium

Sigma Lithium Corp

Sociedad Quimica Y Minera De Chile

Tesla

Wesfarmers Ltd

Lithium chemical spot prices surged higher and spodumene spot prices were flat the past month. Lithium market news - Samsung SDI & GM $3B EV battery plant in USA. Hyundai and SK On EV battery cell production JV in USA. Tesla lithium refinery groundbreaking.

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Albemarle has declined roughly 10% from my last bullish article in 2022, despite its continuing push to increase production and processing capabilities. Assuming lithium prices turn higher again in the next economic cycle, following a global recession in the second half of 2023, now may be a smart time to buy shares.

If You Believe In Lithium Battery Growth, Albemarle Is A Must Own

Lithium prices have crashed after a two-year bull run led by soaring demand in China. The spot price of lithium plunged 70% between last November and April of this year.

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I own SQM and Albemarle in my personal accounts and in our Investor's Edge Growth & Value Portfolio. In this analysis, I will concentrate on Albemarle as a follow-on to my analysis of SQM late last month.

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In addition to the supply of lithium hydroxide, Albemarle (ALB) and Ford plan to explore collaborations to build a closed-loop solution for lithium-ion battery recycling.

Albemarle (ALB) to Supply Battery-Grade Lithium Hydroxide to Ford

After a big rally in 2022, lithium has been in a correction mode. This does not come as a surprise to many investors, as profit-taking coupled with supply growth providing plenty of fodder for the recent correction.

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Solid Power

The top battery stocks are going to distinguish themselves as electric vehicle demand accelerates. According to the International Energy Agency about one out of every five cars will be electric this year globally.

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Ford Motor Company

(Kitco News) - Ford Motor Company said yesterday it inked supply agreements with Nemaska Lithium and Albemarle.

Ford signs supply agreements with Nemaska Lithium and Albemarle

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Compass Minerals

The partners set to supply lithium for Ford EV batteries include Albemarle and Compass Minerals. Ford stock fell.

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Home Depot

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Walmart

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U.S.-based Albemarle and Chile's SQM are among the world's largest lithium producers. In recent years, both companies' sales and profits have soared due largely to the surging demand for lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles.

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New five-year agreement supports EV production growth plans CHARLOTTE, N.C. , May 22, 2023  /PRNewswire/ -- Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB), a global leader in providing essential elements for mobility, energy, connectivity and health, today announced a definitive agreement with Ford Motor Company to deliver battery-grade lithium hydroxide to support the automaker's ability to scale electric vehicle (EV) production.

Albemarle Establishes Strategic Agreement With Ford Motor Company

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. , May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB), a global leader in providing essential elements for mobility, energy, connectivity and health, today announced that Scott Tozier, chief financial officer, and Meredith Bandy, vice president of investor relations and sustainability, will participate in a fireside chat at TD Cowen Sustainability Week on Tuesday, June 6.

Albemarle Corporation to Participate in Virtual Fireside Chat at TD Cowen Sustainability Week

US lithium producer Albemarle has earned a Buy rating from UBS, with the broker calling it the best growth opportunity in chemicals. In a note this week, UBS said it was upping its rating on Albemarle to Buy from Neutral, citing the current inflection in China lithium pricing and 2023 earnings reset leading to “increasingly positive sentiment” on shares.

Albemarle gets target increase from UBS, calling it the best opportunity in chemicals

Analysts at UBS upgraded their rating on shares of Albemarle Corp. to buy on Thursday, saying that the lithium miner's stock price is now at an “attractive entry point” after a decline of more than 18% in recent months.

Lithium miner Albemarle's stock at ‘attractive point,' UBS says in rating upgrade

How much lithium is there, and how many electric vehicles will it eventually need to provide energy for?

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