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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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Shares of Albemarle (ALB) lost ground Wednesday as the biggest lithium producer announced it was cutting costs and jobs, as well as taking other measures to save money because of “changing end-market conditions.”

Lithium Miner Albemarle Cuts Costs and Plans Layoffs as EV Demand and Lithium Prices Fall

Albemarle Corporation (NYSE:ALB, ETR:AMC) announced on Wednesday that it is seeking to reduce costs by about $95 million a year due to falling lithium prices.  The chemical company said its expense-cutting initiatives will include reducing its workforce and lowering spending on contracted services, which is expected to unlock more than $750 million of cash flow over the near term.

Albemarle to slash costs as lithium prices slide

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Lithium Miner Albemarle Is Cutting Jobs Amid EV Slowdown. The Stock Is Up.

Albemarle , the world's largest lithium producer, said on Wednesday it will cut jobs and defer spending on a U.S. refinery project as part of a wide-ranging plan to slash costs amid falling prices of the metal used to make electric vehicle batteries.

Albemarle to cut staff, pause expansions amid falling lithium prices

Shares of Albermarle Corp. ALB, -0.08% rose 1.4% in premarket trading Wednesday, after the specialty chemical company announced cost-cutting actions to boost cash flow, due to changes market conditions, particularly in the lithium value chain. The company said it is looking to reduce costs by about $95 million a year, by cutting expenses and its workforce, with more than $50 million in savings expected to be realized in 2024.

Albermarle to cut jobs, capex in response to changes in the lithium value chain

Proactive measures to re-phase growth investments and optimize cost structure to generate long-term financial flexibility and unlock > $750 million of cash flow over the near term CHARLOTTE, N.C. , Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB), a global leader in providing essential elements for mobility, energy, connectivity, and health, today outlined a series of proactive measures underway to re-phase its organic growth investments and optimize its cost structure in response to changing end-market conditions, particularly in the lithium value chain.

Albemarle Outlines Actions to Preserve Growth, Reduce Costs and Optimize Cash Flow

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