Albemarle Corporation (ALB) Earnings History
Net Loss33 years of earnings data (1993–2025) · Currently unprofitable on a TTM basis
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Albemarle Corporation (ALB) Earnings Overview
As of July 8, 2026, Albemarle Corporation (ALB) reported trailing twelve-month net income of -$233M, reflecting +48.7% year-over-year growth. The company earned $-1.96 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of -9.9%.
Looking at the long-term picture, ALB's historical earnings data spans multiple years. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $2.69B in fiscal 2022.
Albemarle Corporation is currently reporting a net loss, though operating performance should be evaluated in the context of growth investments and industry dynamics View revenue history →
Compared to peers including SQM ($817M net income, 12.9% margin), LAC (-$112M net income), ECL ($2.11B net income, 12.9% margin), ALB has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare ALB vs SQM →
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ALB Historical Earnings Data (1993–2025)
33 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -$511M | +56.7% | $94M | $-5.75 | -9.9% | 1.8% |
| 2024 | -$1.18B | -175.0% | -$636M | $-11.20 | -21.9% | -11.8% |
| 2023 | $1.57B | -41.5% | $241M | $13.36 | 16.4% | 2.5% |
| 2022 | $2.69B | +2075.0% | $2.50B | $22.84 | 36.7% | 34.2% |
| 2021 | $124M | -67.1% | $533M | $1.06 | 3.7% | 16.0% |
| 2020 | $376M | -29.5% | $526M | $3.52 | 12.0% | 16.8% |
| 2019 | $533M | -23.1% | $685M | $5.02 | 14.9% | 19.1% |
| 2018 | $694M | +1164.5% | $724M | $6.34 | 20.6% | 21.5% |
| 2017 | $55M | -91.5% | $623M | $0.49 | 1.8% | 20.3% |
| 2016 | $644M | +92.2% | $510M | $5.68 | 24.0% | 19.0% |
| 2015 | $335M | +151.2% | $471M | $3.00 | 11.8% | 16.7% |
| 2014 | $133M | -67.7% | $327M | $1.69 | 5.5% | 13.4% |
| 2013 | $413M | +32.6% | $616M | $4.90 | 17.3% | 25.7% |
| 2012 | $312M | -20.5% | $510M | $3.47 | 12.4% | 20.2% |
| 2011 | $392M | +24.2% | $588M | $4.77 | 13.7% | 20.5% |
| 2010 | $316M | +77.0% | $422M | $3.51 | 13.4% | 17.9% |
| 2009 | $178M | -8.2% | $210M | $1.94 | 8.9% | 10.5% |
| 2008 | $194M | -15.5% | $285M | $2.10 | 7.9% | 11.6% |
| 2007 | $230M | +60.7% | $315M | $2.36 | 9.8% | 13.5% |
| 2006 | $143M | +24.5% | $267M | $1.47 | 6.0% | 11.3% |
| 2005 | $115M | +109.5% | $165M | $1.20 | 5.5% | 7.8% |
| 2004 | $55M | -23.8% | $127M | $0.65 | 3.6% | 8.4% |
| 2003 | $72M | -1.5% | $93M | $0.86 | 6.5% | 8.4% |
| 2002 | $73M | +7.1% | $103M | $0.85 | 7.2% | 10.2% |
| 2001 | $68M | -33.0% | $98M | $0.74 | 7.2% | 10.4% |
| 2000 | $102M | +14.6% | $150M | $1.09 | 11.1% | 16.4% |
| 1999 | $89M | +4.8% | $125M | $0.94 | 10.5% | 14.8% |
| 1998 | $85M | +5.9% | $126M | $0.82 | 10.3% | 15.3% |
| 1997 | $80M | -48.8% | $121M | $0.72 | 9.6% | 14.6% |
| 1996 | $156M | +99.6% | $93M | $1.33 | 18.3% | 10.9% |
| 1995 | $78M | +52.4% | $117M | $0.59 | 6.3% | 9.4% |
| 1994 | $51M | +135.3% | $94M | $0.40 | 4.7% | 8.7% |
| 1993 | $22M | - | $49M | $0.19 | 2.4% | 5.4% |
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ALB — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying ALB stock.
What is ALB earnings per share (EPS)?
ALB trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $-1.96, reflecting +48.7% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is N/A. Complete EPS history from 1993 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Albemarle Corporation's net income?
Albemarle Corporation (ALB) trailing twelve-month net income is $-233M as of 2025. Earnings grew +48.7% year-over-year.
Is ALB profitable?
ALB is not currently profitable on a TTM basis, reporting a net loss of $-233M. Net margin is -9.9%. Investors should monitor for a return to profitability.
What is ALB's earnings growth rate?
ALB compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: N/A, 3-Year: N/A, 5-Year: N/A, 10-Year: N/A. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1993 to 2025.
What are ALB's profit margins?
Albemarle Corporation net profit margin is -9.9%, operating margin is +1.8%, and gross margin is +13.1%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures. Return on Equity is -5.1%.
Is ALB growing earnings?
Yes, ALB earnings are accelerating — EPS growth of +48.7% exceeds the 5-year CAGR of N/A. TTM net income reached $-233M. Earnings momentum is strengthening.
What was ALB's best earnings year?
Albemarle Corporation's highest annual net income on record is $2.7B, achieved in fiscal year 2022. Earnings history on this page spans 1993 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were ALB's earnings last quarter?
ALB's most recent reported quarter was Q1 2026. Net income was $319M with diluted EPS of $2.34. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.