Is ALB stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

Based on our analysis, ALB is currently a HOLD with low confidence. 📊 HOLD: ALB shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

What is the fair value of ALB stock?

Our analysis estimates the fair value range for ALB to be between $148.23 and $181.89. The current price is $170.63.

What is the analyst price target for ALB?

The average Wall Street analyst price target for ALB is $172.62. This implies a potential upside of -4.5% from current levels.

ALB Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

ALB - Albemarle Corporation

PLASTIC MATERIALS, SYNTH RESINS & NONVULCAN ELASTOMERS

$170.63

-10.07 (-5.57%) ▼

HOLD

LOW Confidence

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Last Updated: January 30, 2026

Earnings: Feb 11, 2026 10d

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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: ALB shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

Adjust Growth Assumption: 10.0%

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)

EST. PRICE IN 2031

$91.41

Based on 7.0% avg growth

INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY

$56.76

Trading above fair value

How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.

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In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: ALB is currently trading at $170.63, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $148.23 to $181.89. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 69.2) compared to its historical average (134.5). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 19.8% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.

Technical Outlook: Technically, ALB is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $160.02, while resistance sits at $195.69. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 5.6% recently.

Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position FAIR

Fair Price Range $148.23 - $181.89

Company Quality Score 62/100 (BUY)

Volume Confirmation HIGH

Confidence Score 62.9%

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All Signals

NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
BULLISH: High volume confirmation
BEARISH: Downward momentum (-5.6%)
NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($172.62)
CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -10.0% 5-day decline

Fair Price Analysis

30-Day Fair Range $148.23 - $181.89

Current vs Fair Value FAIR

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $160.02

Resistance Level $195.69

Current Trend Strong Uptrend

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 69.25

Wall Street Target $172.62 (-4.5%)

Revenue Growth (YoY) -3.5%

Earnings Growth (YoY) -66.2%

Profit Margin -0.4%

Valuation Discount vs History -19.8% cheaper

PE vs Historical 69.3 vs 134.5 CHEAP

Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists

Implied Growth (YoY): -19.8% (market-implied from PE analysis)

1-Year Target $162.63 (-10%)

2-Year Target $146.37 (-19%)

3-Year Target $131.73 (-27%)

3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 69→135) $255.86 (+42%)

💡 Upside Surprise Potential

If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 69.2 to 134.5

Stabilization Target: $350.98 (+94.2%)

PE Expansion Potential: +94.2%

Last updated: January 31, 2026 9:29 AM ET
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