Albemarle Corp Stock Target Price and Analyst Consensus

ALB Stock  USD 78.14  0.28  0.36%   
The current analyst and expert consensus on Albemarle Corp is Buy with 15 hold recommendations. The current projected Albemarle Corp target price consensus is 117.86 with 28 analyst opinions. One of the most common ways Albemarle Corp analysts use to provide buy-or-sell recommendation to the public are conference calls analysis and financial statements evaluations. Some experts can also talk to Albemarle Corp vendors, executives, and/or customers. Albemarle Corp recommendation module provides expert sentiment on the projected Albemarle Corp target price to derive its highest and lowest estimates based on target price standard deviation of 2.6412.
Lowest Forecast
107.25
Highest Forecast
130.83
Target Price
117.86
As of February 26, 2025, Gross Profit is expected to decline to about 59.4 M. The current year's Pretax Profit Margin is expected to grow to -0.31. At present, Albemarle Corp's Total Assets are projected to increase significantly based on the last few years of reporting. The current year's Other Current Liabilities is expected to grow to about 973.7 M, whereas Short and Long Term Debt Total is forecasted to decline to about 1.4 B.
  
It's important to approach Albemarle Corp's target price projections with caution. While they can be useful as part of a broader investment strategy, they are inherently speculative and subject to various kinds of risk, including market volatility and unforeseen external factors. Always consider multiple aspects and do your own research when making investment decisions.

Albemarle Corp Target Price Consensus

Albemarle target price is determined by taking all analyst projections and averaging them out. There is no one specific way to measure analysts' performance other than comparing it to past results via a very sophisticated attribution analysis. Albemarle Corp's target price projections below should be used in combination with other traditional price prediction techniques such as stock price forecasting, investor sentiment analysis, technical analysis, earnings estimate, and various momentum models.
   28  Buy
Most Albemarle analysts issue ratings four times a year, at intervals of three months. Ratings are usually accompanied by a target price to help potential investors understand Albemarle stock's fair price compared to its market value. Analysts arrive at stock ratings after researching the public financial statements of Albemarle Corp, talking to its executives and customers, or listening to those companies' conference calls.
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Albemarle Corp Target Price Projection

Albemarle Corp's current and average target prices are 78.14 and 117.86, respectively. The current price of Albemarle Corp is the price at which Albemarle Corp is currently trading. On the other hand, Albemarle Corp's target price is what analysts think the stock is worth or could sell for in the future. The more significant the discrepancy between the two prices, the more it stimulates investors to act.

Current Price

Albemarle Corp Market Quote on 26th of February 2025

Low Price78.14Odds
High Price78.14Odds

78.14

Target Price

Analyst Consensus On Albemarle Corp Target Price

Low Estimate107.25Odds
High Estimate130.83Odds

117.8615

Historical Lowest Forecast  107.25 Target Price  117.86 Highest Forecast  130.83
Note that most analysts generally publish their price targets in research reports on specific companies, along with recommendations for the company's stock.Although price targets are often quoted in the financial news media, there could be a delay between the publication of the latest analyst outlook on Albemarle Corp and the information provided on this page.

Albemarle Corp Analyst Ratings

Albemarle Corp's analyst stock recommendations are determined by taking an average estimate of all analysts we track and classifying them as Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Strong Sell, or Sell. Ratings generally communicate what analysts sense about Albemarle Corp stock, and they use a lot of effort and time to analyze it and arrive at a rating. That suggests that analyst recommendations are the outcome of an objective and thorough examination of Albemarle Corp's financials, market performance, and future outlook by experienced professionals. Albemarle Corp's historical ratings below, therefore, can serve as a valuable tool for investors.

Analyst Consensus Breakdown

Average Consensus Estimates

Analysts determine stock price targets through various methods, including financial modeling, peer comparison, and company analysis. The stock price target is the analyst's best estimate of the future price of a stock and is used by investors to make investment decisions. However, it is important to note that stock price targets are not guaranteed, and the actual price of a stock can differ significantly from the target due to various factors such as market conditions, economic events, and company developments.

Steps to utilize Albemarle Corp price targets

Albemarle Corp's stock target price is an estimate of its future price, usually made by analysts. Using Albemarle Corp's target price to determine if it is a suitable investment can be done through the following steps:
  • Look at Albemarle Corp's target prices provided by various analysts and compare them. This can help you gain a more balanced view of the Stock's potential.
  • Look at the analyst's track record to determine if they have a history of accurately predicting stock prices.
  • Look at the Company's financials, including revenue, earnings, and debt, to determine if it is in good financial health.
  • Consider market conditions. For example, take into account the state of the economy, competition, and regulatory environment, to determine if Albemarle Corp's stock is likely to perform well.
  • Diversify your portfolio and do not rely solely on stock target prices to make investment decisions. Invest in a mix of stocks, bonds, and other assets to manage risk.
Remember that stock target prices are just estimates and are subject to change. Therefore, using them as one factor in a larger investment strategy is essential rather than relying solely on them to make decisions.

Additional Albemarle Corp Value Projection Modules

Most investment researchers agree that the mispricing and readjustment of any Stock value happens often and is sometimes even predictable, but there is no strong theory explaining why it happens. The current price of Albemarle Corp is a key component of Albemarle Corp valuation and have some predictive power on the future returns of a Albemarle Corp.
Hype
Prediction
LowEstimatedHigh
77.0479.6882.32
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Intrinsic
Valuation
LowRealHigh
70.3395.2797.91
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Naive
Forecast
LowNextHigh
85.8188.4591.09
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Earnings
Estimates (0)
LowProjected EPSHigh
-1.27-0.320.14
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When determining whether Albemarle Corp offers a strong return on investment in its stock, a comprehensive analysis is essential. The process typically begins with a thorough review of Albemarle Corp's financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, to assess its financial health. Key financial ratios are used to gauge profitability, efficiency, and growth potential of Albemarle Corp Stock. Outlined below are crucial reports that will aid in making a well-informed decision on Albemarle Corp Stock:
Check out Macroaxis Advice on Albemarle Corp to cross-verify analyst projections. Unlike analyst recommendations, Macroaxis provides advice only from the perspective of investor risk tolerance and investment horizon.
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Please note, the presentation of Albemarle Corp's financial position, as portrayed in its financial statements, is often influenced by management's estimates, judgments, and sometimes even manipulations. In the best case, Albemarle Corp's management is honest, while the outside auditors are strict and uncompromising. Please utilize our Beneish M Score to check the likelihood of Albemarle Corp's management manipulating its earnings.