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DOW launches Coolant Care Network to boost data center uptime with liquid cooling support for AI and cloud-driven workloads.

CF Industries rides strong nitrogen demand, higher prices and robust cash flow, fueling investor optimism.

PPG unveils Selemix 7-140 topcoat for heavy industrial uses in EMEA, offering corrosion resistance and flexible application options.

BASF launches ReducedPCF Elastollan TPU grades in Asia Pacific, offering up to 30% lower carbon footprint without sacrificing performance.

PPG launches the SEM brand in Mexico, bringing automotive refinish solutions aimed at boosting repair quality, efficiency and reducing material waste.

AEM will invest C$22.4M in Wallbridge, lifting its stake to about 19.9% and supporting the Fenelon gold project in Quebec.

MT unlocked value from its Vallourec stake with a $667M share sale, using proceeds to fund buybacks while retaining a strategic holding.

International Paper acquires Delmarva Corrugated Packaging in Dover to expand its East Coast footprint and strengthen sustainable packaging capacity.

SSRM sells its 20% Hod Maden stake for a 4% NSR royalty, sharpening its focus on the Americas and boosting its royalty portfolio.

Albemarle, FormFactor and International Seaways stand out as momentum stocks as tech-driven markets push to record highs.

Recent share performance snapshot Albemarle (ALB) has been under pressure recently, with the stock down about 6% over the past day, 11% over the past week and 9% over the past month, even as it remains higher year to date. See our latest analysis for Albemarle. Despite the recent pullback, with a 7 day share price return of down 11.37% and a 30 day share price return of down 8.78%, momentum is easing after a stronger 90 day share price return of 8.43% and a 1 year total shareholder return of...

ALB, FORM and INSW are three 'momentum anomaly' picks as markets ride an AI-fueled tech rally despite a short-term pullback.

Albemarle Corporation (NYSE:ALB) is one of the 10 Best Electric Vehicle Supply Chain Stocks to Invest In. On May 12, 2026, Deutsche Bank analyst David Begleiter raised the firm’s price target on Albemarle Corporation (NYSE:ALB) to $250 from $210 while maintaining a Buy rating on the shares. The firm said stronger lithium prices suggest Albemarle […]

Does Albemarle (ALB) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

The Pentagon is urgently accelerating domestic rare earth supply chains as China tightens export controls ahead of a 2027 U.S. defense ban on Chinese-origin rare earth materials.

According to the average brokerage recommendation (ABR), one should invest in Albemarle (ALB). It is debatable whether this highly sought-after metric is effective because Wall Street analysts' recommendations tend to be overly optimistic. Would it be worth investing in the stock?

If you are wondering whether Albemarle at around US$205.52 a share still offers value after a strong run, this breakdown will help you separate price action from underlying worth. Over the past week the stock returned 5.5%, over the last month it returned 18.4%, year to date it stands at 42.8%, and over the last year it returned 238.1%, which naturally raises questions about what is already priced in and how risk is being viewed now. Recent news flow around Albemarle has centred on its role...

During these busy times, it pays to stay on top of the latest profit opportunities. And today’s blog post should be a great place to start. After taking a close look at the latest data on institutional buying pressure and each company’s fundamental health, I decided to revise my Stock Grader recommendations for 143 big blue chips. Chances are that you have at least one of these stocks in your portfolio, so you may want to give this list a skim and act accordingly. This Week’s Ratings Changes: Up

Albemarle (ALB) shares have started gaining and might continue moving higher in the near term, as indicated by solid earnings estimate revisions.

ALB, APA and DIOD made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) momentum stocks list on May 12th, 2026.

Here is how Albemarle (ALB) and Almonty Industries Inc. (ALM) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

Zacks.com users have recently been watching Albemarle (ALB) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.

Albemarle Corporation has rallied the broader market over the past year, and analysts remain somewhat bullish about the stock’s prospects.

ALB stock jumps 26.4% in three months on lithium price tailwinds, solid demand and strong earnings outlook, making it an attractive pick.

SNX, ALB, TXN, CRI and ALRS have been added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List on May 12th, 2026.

Albemarle (NYSE:ALB) shareholders approved changes to corporate governance at the 2026 annual meeting, including broader rights to call special meetings. Investors narrowly voted against removing certain supermajority voting provisions from the company’s governing documents. The meeting also approved a new 2026 Incentive Plan and executive compensation packages for Albemarle’s leadership team. Albemarle operates as a specialty chemicals company with exposure to sectors such as energy...

Albemarle (NYSE:ALB) reported a sharply stronger start to 2026, with management citing higher lithium pricing, increased volumes and cost improvements across its energy storage and specialties businesses. On the company’s first-quarter earnings call, Chief Executive Officer Kent Masters said Albema

Albemarle Corporation (NYSE:ALB) is one of the best EV battery stocks to buy in 2026. On April 22, Truist Securities analyst Peter Osterland raised his price target on Albemarle Corporation (NYSE:ALB) to $245 from $210 while maintaining a Buy rating. The target hike reflects Osterland’s upward revisions to both the 2026 and 2027 earnings estimates […]

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Jerry Masters: Thank you, Meredith. Moreover, year-to-date, we've delivered $40 million in cost and productivity improvements and remain on track to hit our full year target of $100 million to $150 million.