ALB Earnings Date: Nov 4, 2026 (Estimated) — Albemarle Corporation
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When is ALB's next earnings date?
Albemarle Corporation (ALB) is expected to report Q3 2026 earnings on Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET (after market close); the date is an estimate and has not been confirmed by the company. The consensus estimate is EPS of $2.53 on revenue of $1.52B.
How did ALB do in its last earnings report?
In its most recent report on Aug 5, 2026 (Q2 2026), Albemarle Corporation posted EPS of $3.75 versus the $3.20 estimate, a beat of 21.0%. Revenue was $1.74B against a $1.61B estimate. The stock's 1-day post-earnings move was +5.5%.
How much does ALB stock move after earnings?
ALB beat EPS estimates in 5 of its last 8 reported quarters. Over the last 8 reports the stock moved an average of 3.6% (up or down) in the day after earnings.
About Albemarle Corporation
Albemarle Corporation stands as a global innovator, producing and distributing a diverse portfolio of engineered specialty chemicals. Its business operations are divided into three principal segments: Lithium, Bromine, and Catalysts. The Lithium division supplies a variety of lithium compounds, including lithium carbonate, hydroxide, and chloride, alongside critical reagents like butyllithium. These materials are vital for manufacturing lithium-ion batteries found in electric vehicles and consumer electronics, as well as for high-performance greases, thermoplastic elastomers used in tires and plastics, and as catalysts for chemical reactions, organic synthesis in areas like steroid chemistry, vitamins, and the pharmaceutical industry. This segment also delivers cesium products for chemical and pharmaceutical applications, zirconium, barium, and titanium for pyrotechnic devices such as airbag initiators, offers expert technical services for the safe handling of reactive lithium products, and provides recycling solutions for lithium-containing by-products. The Bromine segment focuses on bromine and bromine-based fire safety compounds. It produces an array of specialty chemicals, including elemental bromine, various bromides, and brominated powdered activated carbon, which are utilized in chemical synthesis, fluids for oil and gas drilling, mercury emission control, water purification, and food processing. Additionally, it provides tertiary amines, which serve as key ingredients in surfactants, biocides, and sanitizers. Finally, the Catalysts segment offers a range of catalytic agents, including those for hydroprocessing, isomerization, and alkylation, alongside fluidized catalytic cracking (FCC) catalysts and additives, as well as organometallics and curatives. Albemarle's products are integral to numerous industries, including energy storage, petroleum refining, consumer electronics, construction, automotive, lubricants, pharmaceuticals, and crop protection. Established in 1887, the company's headquarters are located in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Earnings History
| Date | Period | EPS Est. | EPS Act. | Surprise | Revenue | Result | 1D Δ | 1W Δ | 1M Δ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-05 | Q2 2026 | 3.20 | 3.75 | +20.97% | $1.74B | ✅ Beat | +5.54% | +8.00% | +11.21% |
| 2026-05-06 | Q1 2026 | 1.30 | 2.95 | +126.92% | $1.43B | ✅ Beat | +2.98% | +4.33% | -19.30% |
| 2026-02-11 | Q4 2025 | -0.49 | -0.53 | -8.16% | $1.43B | ❌ Miss | -9.40% | -4.00% | -9.58% |
| 2025-11-05 | Q3 2025 | -0.89 | -0.19 | +78.65% | $1.31B | ✅ Beat | -0.76% | +19.96% | +36.13% |
| 2025-07-30 | Q2 2025 | -0.81 | 0.11 | +113.58% | $1.33B | ✅ Beat | -1.51% | -2.30% | +23.27% |
| 2025-04-30 | Q1 2025 | -0.66 | -0.18 | +72.73% | $1.08B | ✅ Beat | +1.31% | -4.25% | -4.76% |
| 2025-02-12 | Q4 2024 | -0.67 | -1.09 | -62.69% | $1.23B | ❌ Miss | +3.45% | +7.71% | -1.24% |
| 2024-11-06 | Q3 2024 | -0.44 | -1.55 | -252.27% | $1.35B | ❌ Miss | +3.47% | +12.02% | +8.68% |
Showing last 8 quarters.
Revenue by segment & region
By segment
Q2 FY26 · $1.70B total
| Segment | Share | Revenue | YoY | Q4 FY24 | Q1 FY25 | Q2 FY25 | Q3 FY25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Energy Storage | 75.1% | $1.28B | +77.9% | $616.8M | $524.6M | $717.7M | $708.8M |
| Specialties | 24.9% | $423.5M | +20.5% | $332.9M | $321.0M | $351.6M | $345.0M |
Source: company filings via FMP. YoY compares the same fiscal period a year earlier.