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Albemarle

Specialty chemicals and battery materials supplier

albemarle.com

Headquarters: Charlotte, United States
Company type: Public company
Number of employees: 5,000–10,000
Industry: Specialty Chemicals

Last updated October 26

Latest news about Albemarle

In short: Albemarle appointed a new CEO, posted surging second-quarter profit, and advanced Chile lithium operations.

Company announcements

October 26 Albemarle

Albemarle declares quarterly dividend of $0.41 per share

The Board declared the dividend payable on January 4, 2027, to shareholders of record as of December 18, 2026, with an annualized rate of $1.64.

September 3 Albemarle

Albemarle appoints Ragnar Udd as next CEO for February 2027

Ragnar Udd, currently BHP's Chief Commercial Officer, succeeds Kent Masters as President and CEO. Masters transitions to Executive Chairman role.

August 5 Albemarle

Albemarle announced Q2 2026 results and earnings call

The company will host its earnings conference call on Thursday, August 6 at 8:00 a.m. ET. The full earnings release is available.

August 5 Albemarle

Albemarle reports second quarter 2026 financial results

Net income reached $480 million with adjusted EBITDA of $858 million. The company raised its full-year outlook and reduced capital expenditure forecasts.

Media coverage

September 8 Ad Hoc News

Albemarle Earnings Jump 3,300%. Commodity Prices Helped.

Albemarle reported second-quarter earnings per share of $3.75, up from 11 cents a year ago.

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