Rating Change
Scotiabank reiterated its Sector Outperform rating on Albemarle Corporation (NYSE:ALB) on August 10, 2026.
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Scotiabank Reiterates Sector Outperform Rating on Albemarle Corporation (ALB)
Scotiabank reiterated its Sector Outperform rating on Albemarle Corporation (NYSE:ALB) on August 10, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
Albemarle Corporation (NYSE:ALB) · reiterate
- Firm
- Scotiabank
- Rating
- Sector Outperform to Sector Outperform
- Price at event
- $131.21
- Market capitalization
- $21.1B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Scotiabank reiterated a Sector Outperform rating on Albemarle Corporation (ALB) on August 10, 2026, with the stock trading at $131.21 and a market capitalization of $21.1 billion.
Market Context
Albemarle Corporation operates in the Basic Materials sector. The stock currently trades at $131.21 with a market capitalization of $21.1B. The stock has gained 12.3% over the past 52 weeks.
Analyst coverage from Scotiabank provides professional research and price targets that many institutional investors reference when making allocation decisions. The consensus of analyst opinions — along with the range of price targets — helps frame market expectations for Albemarle Corporation.
Analyst ratings and price targets are one input among many for investment decisions. Historical studies show that consensus analyst recommendations have mixed predictive power on their own, but significant changes in consensus — such as multiple upgrades or downgrades in a short period — can be more meaningful signals.
Recent Analyst Activity for Albemarle Corporation
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 9 Buy, 1 Hold, 0 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 2026 | Scotiabank | Sector Outperform | N/A |
| Aug 10, 2026 | RBC Capital | Outperform | N/A |
| Aug 07, 2026 | Truist Securities | Buy | N/A |
| Aug 07, 2026 | Citigroup | Buy | N/A |
| Aug 07, 2026 | UBS | Buy | N/A |
Related Tools: Analyst Ratings Dashboard | View ALB Stock Page
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Sector Outperform rating mean for ALB?
A rating of Sector Outperform from Scotiabank reflects the analyst's outlook on Albemarle Corporation (NYSE:ALB). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
Browse recent upgrades and downgrades on our Analyst Ratings Dashboard or the ALB forecast page.