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Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB), headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is a leading specialty chemicals company with a global footprint. Albemarle excels in developing, manufacturing, and marketing high-value products such as lithium and lithium compounds, bromine and derivatives, catalysts, and surface treatment chemistries. These products find applications in a wide array of industries, including consumer electronics, flame retardants, metal processing, plastics, transportation, refining, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and construction.
As a fully integrated lithium producer, Albemarle operates significant upstream resources, including salt brine deposits in Chile and the US, and hard rock mines in Australia through joint ventures. The company has refining operations in Chile, the US, Australia, and China, making it one of the world's largest lithium producers. With lithium playing a crucial role in electric vehicle batteries, Albemarle is well-positioned for growth in the energy storage market, boasting 35% volume growth in Energy Storage sales volumes in 2023.
In addition to its stronghold in the lithium market, Albemarle is a global leader in bromine production, essential for flame retardants, and a significant producer of oil refining catalysts. The company's ongoing projects include the expansion of lithium conversion plants and advancements in technology for sustainable solutions.
Financially, Albemarle achieved a record net sales of $9.6 billion in 2023, driven by a 31% increase from the previous year. The company's continuous growth and strategic investments have positioned it for future success. Albemarle employs approximately 6,900 people and serves clients in around 100 countries, further strengthening its global presence.
Albemarle is committed to community development and environmental stewardship. Recently, the company announced a $1 million donation to Cleveland Community College to enhance workforce training programs and foster regional economic growth. Moreover, Albemarle's proactive measures are expected to unlock over $750 million in cash flow, ensuring ongoing financial flexibility and sustainable growth.
For more information on Albemarle Corporation, visit their website at www.albemarle.com.
Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB) has inaugurated its Battery Materials Innovation Center (BMIC) in Kings Mountain, North Carolina, expected to be operational by July 2021. The BMIC aims to enhance the company's lithium hydroxide, lithium carbonate, and energy storage materials. This facility features advanced capabilities for material synthesis, characterization, and integration into battery cells to boost performance. Albemarle remains the sole U.S. producer of lithium metal anodes, enhancing lithium-ion battery energy density and cost-effectiveness in the electric vehicle market.
Surge Battery Minerals has finalized plans to acquire 38 mineral claims in Northern Nevada for USD$12,000 cash and 250,000 shares. This Northern Nevada Lithium Project aims to explore lithium clay deposits and is strategically located near proven lithium resources. The company noted initial promising lithium readings from sediment samples, with results reaching up to 1,980 ppm lithium. Surge plans further geological mapping and soil surveys to identify drilling targets. The acquisition aligns with broader industry momentum, notably from Albemarle's efforts to enhance domestic lithium production.
Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB) will announce its second-quarter 2021 earnings on Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2021, following the NYSE market close. A conference call to discuss these results is scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 5, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. ET. Investors can access the call via webcast on Albemarle's investor relations website. The company specializes in specialty chemicals, focusing on lithium, bromine, and refining catalysts, and aims to provide sustainable solutions across key industries.
Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB) has finalized the $570 million sale of its Fine Chemistry Services business to W. R. Grace & Co.. The transaction includes $300 million in cash and $270 million in preferred equity from a W. R. Grace subsidiary. This divestiture encompasses operations in Tyrone, Pennsylvania and South Haven, Michigan. CEO Kent Masters stated that the sale unlocks significant value, enhancing resources for long-term growth strategies.
Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB) announced participation in a virtual fireside chat at the Goldman Sachs Industrials and Materials Conference on May 12, 2021, at 11:20 a.m. ET. The event will feature CEO Kent Masters and CFO Scott Tozier.
The presentation materials and webcast will be accessible via Albemarle's website, providing insights into their operations in specialty chemicals, including lithium, bromine, and refining catalysts.
Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB) reported Q1 2021 net income of $95.7 million ($0.84/share), down 10.8% year-over-year, but adjusted diluted EPS rose 10% to $1.10. Net sales increased 12% to $829.3 million, driven by strong performance in Lithium and Bromine segments. Adjusted EBITDA grew 17% to $230.1 million. The company announced a definitive agreement to sell its Fine Chemistry Services business for approximately $570 million and completed a $1.5 billion equity offering to enhance financial flexibility. Full-year guidance remains unchanged, with net sales projected between $3.2 billion and $3.3 billion.
CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB) declared a quarterly dividend of $0.39 per share, with an annualized rate of $1.56. This dividend is payable on July 1, 2021, to shareholders of record by June 11, 2021. Albemarle, a leader in specialty chemicals, focuses on lithium, bromine, and refining catalysts, emphasizing sustainability and performance in critical industries such as energy and transportation.
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