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Albemarle Corporation is projected to rise to $252.55 by 2027, a +42% move from its current price of $177.47. ALB is currently trading below its 50-day average (a bearish sign). Technical indicators currently lean sell.
A data-driven summary — not financial advice. See the full breakdown below.
Live market data via Yahoo Finance · updated 5/28/2026
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 29 | $172.74 | $177.50 | $182.40 | +0.02% |
| May 30 | $170.84 | $177.54 | $184.50 | +0.04% |
| May 31 | $169.40 | $177.57 | $186.13 | +0.06% |
| Jun 1 | $168.20 | $177.60 | $187.53 | +0.07% |
| Jun 2 | $167.15 | $177.63 | $188.77 | +0.09% |
| Jun 3 | $166.22 | $177.67 | $189.90 | +0.11% |
| Jun 4 | $165.36 | $177.70 | $190.96 | +0.13% |
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | $165.36 | $177.70 | $190.96 | +0.13% |
| Week 2 | $160.71 | $177.93 | $196.99 | +0.26% |
| Week 3 | $157.28 | $178.16 | $201.80 | +0.39% |
| Week 4 | $154.48 | $178.39 | $206.00 | +0.52% |
| Week 5 | $152.07 | $178.62 | $209.80 | +0.65% |
| Week 6 | $149.95 | $178.85 | $213.32 | +0.78% |
| Week 7 | $148.03 | $179.08 | $216.63 | +0.91% |
Short-term targets derived from the forecast trend and recent volatility. Highly uncertain — not financial advice.
Albemarle Corporation (ALB) is a Basic Materials company that provides energy storage solutions worldwide. It operates through three segments: Energy Storage, Specialties, and Ketjen. Albemarle was founded in 1887 and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.
The Energy Storage segment offers lithium compounds, including lithium carbonate, lithium hydroxide, and lithium chloride for use in lithium batteries used in consumer electronics and electric vehicles, power grids and solar panels, high performance greases, specialty glass used in consumer appliances and electronics.
The Specialties segment provides bromine and highly specialized lithium solutions for various industries, such as energy, mobility, connectivity, and health comprising fire safety compounds; bromine-based specialty chemicals products, including elemental bromine, alkyl bromides, inorganic bromides, brominated powdered activated carbon, and various bromine fine chemicals; lithium specialties, such as butyllithium and lithium aluminum hydride; cesium products for the chemical and pharmaceutical industries; and zirconium, barium, and titanium products for pyrotechnical applications that include airbag initiators. This segment also provides organic synthesis processes in the areas of steroid chemistry and vitamins, and various life science applications, as well as intermediates in the pharmaceutical industry; technical services, including handling and use of reactive lithium products; and recycling services for lithium-containing by-products.
The Ketjen segment offers clean fuels technologies, including hydroprocessing catalysts together with isomerization and akylation catalysts; fluidized catalytic cracking catalysts and additives; and performance catalyst solutions comprising organometallics and curatives. It serves grid storage, automotive, aerospace, conventional energy, electronics, construction, agriculture and food, pharmaceuticals and medical device industries. Albemarle Corporation was founded in 1887 and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Albemarle Corporation is a mid-cap chemical company focused on energy storage solutions, with three operating segments: Energy Storage, Specialties, and Ketjen. It currently sits at a price of $171.58 with a market cap of $20.24B and a rank of 586.
The near-term forecast for 2026 shows an average price of $171.58, with a min of $143.93, a max of $243.92, and a ROI of 0, with sentiment NEUTRAL.
From 2027 onward, the model projects bullish growth, with 2027 avg $242.65, 2028 avg $280.38, 2029 avg $289.46, and 2030 avg $323.48, with ROIs of 41.4, 63.4, 68.7, and 88.5 respectively. The forecast continues to show strong upside through 2031-2050, including 2031 avg $339.60 and 2032 avg $341.67, culminating in 2050 avg $1,398.06 with a max of $2,629.69 and ROI of 714.8.
A major floor 20.7% below — a decisive break under it would weaken the trend.
The nearest floor, 4.8% below — buyers have tended to step in here.
The nearest ceiling, 21.5% above — a clean break opens room to run.
A major ceiling 31.8% above — clearing it would confirm fresh momentum.
Key ALB support and resistance from recent price action — levels where the trend has historically paused or reversed. Percentages are the distance from the current price.
A snapshot of ALB market posture derived from its technical indicators and recent volatility. Higher trend and alignment lean bullish; higher risk means larger swings.
Technical Analysis
Indicators computed on daily closing prices.
| Period | SMA | Action | EMA | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MA 5 | $172.77 | Buy | $175.21 | Buy |
| MA 10 | $178.10 | Sell | $178.63 | Sell |
| MA 20 | $187.90 | Sell | $183.27 | Sell |
| MA 50 | $184.06 | Sell | $182.51 | Sell |
| MA 100 | $177.29 | Buy | $171.27 | Buy |
| MA 200 | $139.53 | Buy | $148.88 | Buy |
| Name | Value | Action |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 44.62 | Neutral |
| Stoch RSI (14) | 28.91 | Neutral |
| CCI (20) | -60.87 | Neutral |
| Williams %R (14) | -79.34 | Info |
| MACD (12,26,9) | -2.59 | Sell |
| ROC (12) | -12.80 | Sell |
| Bollinger %B (20,2) | 0.30 | Neutral |
| Stochastic %K (14) | 20.66 | Neutral |
| TRIX (15) | -0.10 | Sell |
| Awesome (5,34) | -16.45 | Sell |
| Ultimate (7,14,28) | 40.89 | Neutral |
| Momentum (10) | -28.05 | Sell |
| Aroon Osc (25) | -24.00 | Sell |
| Hull MA (9) | 172.34 | Buy |
| ADX (14) | 15.11 | Neutral |
| ATR (14) | 4.82 | Info |
The 30-day technical picture is bullish overall. The RSI(14) is 40, with a SMA50 of $183.43 and a SMA200 of $138.50. Nearby support sits at $169.00 and resistance at $215.62, framing a 30-day price range from $142.18 to $207.06.
These indicators suggest price pressure near the support level, with room to rise toward the resistance if momentum improves. The volatility remains elevated at 50%, indicating sizeable swings within the month.
| Year | Min | Avg | Max | ROI | Sentiment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $143.93 | $177.47 | $249.81 | 0% | Neutral | |
| $200.37 | $252.55 | $337.17 | +42% | Bullish | |
| $227.31 | $294.34 | $407.18 | +66% | Bullish | |
| $228.87 | $303.14 | $431.32 | +71% | Bullish | |
| $253.28 | $342.27 | $498.74 | +93% | Bullish | |
| $264.32 | $363.79 | $541.27 | +105% | Bullish | |
| $262.18 | $367.07 | $556.49 | +107% | Bullish | |
| $319.40 | $454.43 | $700.74 | +156% | Bullish | |
| $366.04 | $528.79 | $828.28 | +198% | Bullish | |
| $389.87 | $571.52 | $908.34 | +222% | Bullish | |
| $509.63 | $798.39 | $1,348.92 | +350% | Bullish | |
| $875.08 | $1,537.21 | $2,839.82 | +766% | Bullish |
Current year — the forecast is anchored to the live price, so ROI shows 0%.
| Month | Min | Avg | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2026 | $143.93 | $177.47 | $209.12 | +0.00% |
| June 2026 | $155.87 | $183.04 | $220.04 | +3.14% |
| July 2026 | $152.40 | $180.47 | $219.88 | -1.40% |
| August 2026 | $148.88 | $177.46 | $218.44 | -1.67% |
| September 2026 | $153.30 | $183.72 | $228.05 | +3.53% |
| October 2026 | $157.87 | $190.14 | $237.83 | +3.50% |
| November 2026 | $157.69 | $190.77 | $240.19 | +0.33% |
| December 2026 | $162.30 | $197.16 | $249.81 | +3.35% |
Click any year to see its month-by-month ALB forecast. Min / Avg / Max are a bear / base / bull scenario; ROI is the projected move from the current price. Change is the month-over-month move in the average. Estimates, not guarantees.
The ALB price prediction for 2026 points to an average of $177.47 (low $143.93, high $249.81) — a potential gain of 0% on today's $177.47. Price action looks broadly range-bound.
In 2027, ALB is projected to trade between $200.37 and $337.17, averaging $252.55 — a potential gain of +42% from today's $177.47. That is up +42% on the projected 2026 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Albemarle Corporation's 2028 outlook centres on $294.34, within a $227.31 to $407.18 range. That is up +17% on the projected 2027 average. That marks a +66% change versus current levels. Momentum favours further upside here.
By 2029, ALB could reach as high as $431.32, with a base case around $303.14 and support toward $228.87 — roughly +71% from $177.47. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Expect ALB to range from $253.28 to $498.74 through 2030. The $342.27 average target implies a +93% move from current prices. That is up +13% on the projected 2029 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
The ALB price prediction for 2031 points to an average of $363.79 (low $264.32, high $541.27) — a potential gain of +105% on today's $177.47. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
In 2032, ALB is projected to trade between $262.18 and $556.49, averaging $367.07 — a potential gain of +107% from today's $177.47. That is up +1% on the projected 2031 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
Albemarle Corporation's 2033 outlook centres on $454.43, within a $319.40 to $700.74 range. That is up +24% on the projected 2032 average. That marks a +156% change versus current levels. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
By 2034, ALB could reach as high as $828.28, with a base case around $528.79 and support toward $366.04 — roughly +198% from $177.47. Momentum favours further upside here.
Expect ALB to range from $389.87 to $908.34 through 2035. The $571.52 average target implies a +222% move from current prices. That is up +8% on the projected 2034 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
The ALB price prediction for 2040 points to an average of $798.39 (low $509.63, high $1,348.92) — a potential gain of +350% on today's $177.47. Momentum favours further upside here.
In 2050, ALB is projected to trade between $875.08 and $2,839.82, averaging $1,537.21 — a potential gain of +766% from today's $177.47. That is up +93% on the projected 2040 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Investing $1,000 in ALB today (≈ 5.634755 ALB) could be worth
$8,661.78
+$7,661.78 (+766%) by 2050 · US Dollar
Based on the average projected ALB price of $1,537.21 in 2050.
Based on the base (average) forecast scenario. FX rates are indicative. Estimates only — not financial advice.
See what a past investment in ALBwould be worth at today's price.
$1,000 invested in ALB on May 27, 2025 (≈ 17.009695 ALB) would be worth
$3,018.71
+$2,018.71 (+201.9%) today · 3.02× · US Dollar
Based on a ALB entry price of $58.79 vs. today's $177.47.
| Invested | Entry price | Value today | Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 week ago | $170.21 | $1,042.65 | +4.3% |
| 1 month ago | $199.53 | $889.44 | -11.1% |
| 3 months ago | $184.93 | $959.66 | -4.0% |
| 6 months ago | $129.99 | $1,365.26 | +36.5% |
| 1 year ago | $58.79 | $3,018.71 | +201.9% |
| All time (5.0y) ago | $171.43 | $1,035.23 | +3.5% |
Past performance from historical market data — it does not predict future results. FX rates are indicative. Not financial advice.
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Our base-case forecast reaches $350.00 around 2031.
Implied market cap at $350.00: $41.28B
The multi-year forecast shows a clear upside trajectory after 2026, with a bullish tilt strengthening through 2030 and beyond. The 2030 average is $323.48 with a min of $237.27 and a max of $476.19, and the ROI stands at 88.5. By 2040, the average climbs to $721.87 and the max to $1,238.39, with a ROI of 320.7.
The long horizon extends to 2050, where the average is $1,398.06 and the max $2,629.69, with a ROI of 714.8.
These are estimates and not guarantees, and actual results will depend on market conditions, demand for energy storage materials, and broader macro factors. The forecast implies substantial upside over the coming decades but also carries typical investment uncertainty and downside risk.
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2030 avg $323.48; min $237.27; max $476.19; ROI 88.5; sentiment BULLISH.
Forecasts show a path of rising averages and bullish sentiment from 2027 onward (2027 avg $242.65; 2028 $280.38; 2029 $289.46; 2030 $323.48) with long-term upside (2040 avg $721.87; 2050 avg $1,398.06; ROI up to 714.8%). These are estimates, not guarantees.
Yes—the forecast max by 2050 is $2,629.69, with an average of $1,398.06 and a max of $2,629.69; ROI 714.8.
Current price $171.58; market cap $20.24B.
Sentiment BULLISH; RSI14 is 40; SMA50 is $183.43; SMA200 is $138.50; support $169.00; resistance $215.62; 30-day range $142.18 to $207.06.
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