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Albemarle Corp. · Tenets
How ALB measures up against value, income, timing, and long-hold tenets. Every criterion shows the live number and the pass rule. Always free.
The tenets below and the 0-100 Tenet Score on this report are two separate computations: each tenet runs its own criteria and its own pass rule, while the score is a percentile composite reported as one of four verdict words (Strong, Solid, Mixed or Weak).
0 / 17 qualify todayas of 2026-10-02 · computed nightly from our fundamentals DB; point-in-time auditable.
QUALIFIES
0
meet every gate today
BORDERLINE
4
within one input of the gate
FAILS
11
miss at least one gate
UNKNOWN
2
insufficient data to judge
passesfailsborderlineunknown
Value — six classic philosophies
Buffett Qualitydurable moat
✕ FailsFailsROE ≥ 15%(fiscal 2025: held in its sector pending the TTM check)−4.7% · ≥ 15.0%
FailsGross margin ≥ 40%(fiscal 2025: held in its sector pending the TTM check)13.0% · ≥ 40.0%
FailsNet margin ≥ 15%(fiscal 2025: held in its sector pending the TTM check)−9.0% · ≥ 15.0%
PassesDebt/equity ≤ 0.5(quarter ending Jun 30, 2026)0.18 · ≤ 0.50
Unknown — no dataGrowing FCF (multi-yr)— · > 0
Decided by the pass rule for Buffett Quality.The pass rule for Buffett Quality is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here. 1 of 5 carry no data.Buffett Quality under The screens ›
Piotroski F-Scorefinancial strength
~ 6 / 9FailsReturn on assets positive(fiscal 2025)−2.8% · > 0
PassesOperating cash flow positive(fiscal 2025)$1.3B · > 0
PassesReturn on assets improving(fiscal 2025)−6.8% → −2.8%
PassesEarnings backed by cash (CFO > net income)(fiscal 2025)$1.3B vs −$465.2M
FailsLeverage falling (long-term debt / assets)(fiscal 2025)18.8% → 19.1%
PassesCurrent ratio improving(fiscal 2025)1.95 → 2.23
PassesNo share dilution (≤ +2%)(fiscal 2025)+0.1%
PassesGross margin expanding(fiscal 2025)1.2% → 13.0%
FailsAsset turnover improving(fiscal 2025)0.32 → 0.31
Decided by the pass rule for Piotroski F-Score.The pass rule for Piotroski F-Score is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here. These checks score 6 of 9.Piotroski F-Score under The screens ›
Munger Compoundershigh-ROIC quality
✕ FailsUnknown — no dataROIC ≥ 15%— · ≥ 15.0%
FailsNet debt/EBITDA ≤ 3×(fiscal 2025: held in its sector pending the TTM check)5.4× · ≤ 3.0×
FailsAltman Z ≥ 3 (safe zone)(TTM through Jun 30, 2026)2.42 · ≥ 3.00
Decided by the pass rule for Munger Compounders.The pass rule for Munger Compounders is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here. 1 of 3 carry no data.Munger Compounders under The screens ›
Magic FormulaROC + earnings yield (threshold check; full rank needs universe)
— Insufficient inputs (1 of 3 known)FailsEBIT > 0(fiscal 2025: held in its sector pending the TTM check)−$367.1M · > 0
Unknown — no dataEarnings yield EBIT/EV ≥ 6%— · ≥ 6.0%
Unknown — no dataReturn on capital ≥ 25%— · ≥ 25.0%
Verdict Unknown for this set.Verdict Unknown for this set. 1 of 3 checks below carry data. The pass rule for Magic Formula is not published separately on the methodology page.About this screen ›
Graham Defensivemargin of safety
✕ FailsPassesSize: market cap ≥ $2B$12.4B · ≥ $2.0B
PassesCurrent ratio ≥ 2(quarter ending Jun 30, 2026)2.09 · ≥ 2.00
FailsPositive EPS 10y8y
PassesPays a dividend$1.62 · > 0
Unknown — no dataEPS growth ≥ 3%/yr— · ≥ 3.0%
FailsP/E ≤ 15(latest fiscal year: quarterly income to common shareholders is not on file)215.82 · ≤ 15.00
FailsP/E × P/B ≤ 22.5(trailing twelve months)332.70 · ≤ 22.50
Decided by the pass rule for Graham Defensive.The pass rule for Graham Defensive is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here. 1 of 7 carry no data.Graham Defensive under The screens ›
Lynch GARPgrowth at reasonable price (historical-CAGR basis)
— UnknownUnknown — no dataPEG < 1 (hist. growth)— · < 1.00
Unknown — no dataEPS growth 10–30%— · 10.0%–30.0%
Verdict Unknown for this set.Verdict Unknown for this set. None of the 2 checks below carry data.Lynch GARP under The screens ›
Income — dividend safety
Income & Dividend Safetycoverage over headline yield
✕ FailsPassesPays a dividend$1.62 · > 0
PassesYield in a healthy band (not a yield trap)1.5% · 1.0%–8.0%
PassesCovered by free cash flow1.84 · ≥ 1.20
Unknown — no dataEarnings payout not stretched−80.7% · ≤ 75.0%
FailsBalance sheet can sustain the payout5.4× · ≤ 4.0×
FailsAnnual dividend raised 10+ years running (Aristocrat ≥25, King ≥50)0.00 · ≥ 10.00
PassesNo dividend cut in the last 5 yearsNo cut on record
Fails5-year dividend growth ≥ 5%/yr1.0% · ≥ 5.0%
Decided by the pass rule for Income & Dividend Safety.The pass rule for Income & Dividend Safety is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page. 1 of 8 carry no data.
Dividend Growthraises you can count on
~ BorderlinePassesPays a dividend$1.62 · > 0
FailsAnnual dividend raised 10+ years running (Aristocrat ≥25, King ≥50)0.00 · ≥ 10.00
PassesNo dividend cut in the last 5 yearsNo cut on record
Fails5-year dividend growth ≥ 5%/yr1.0% · ≥ 5.0%
PassesCovered by free cash flow1.84 · ≥ 1.20
Unknown — no dataPayout not stretched— · ≤ 75.0%
Decided by the pass rule for Dividend Growth.The pass rule for Dividend Growth is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here. 1 of 6 carry no data.Dividend Growth under The screens ›
Long Hold — quality compounders
Quality Compounderhigh returns, reinvested, few new shares
~ BorderlineFailsReturn on invested capital ≥ 15% in 4+ of the last 5 years1 of 4 on file
PassesRevenue compounding ≥ 8%/yr over 5 years10.4% per year · ≥ 8.0%
FailsNot diluting: diluted share count flat-to-down (≤ +1%/yr)1.7% · ≤ 1.0%
PassesFree cash flow margin ≥ 12%13.5% · ≥ 12.0%
PassesEarnings backed by cash (operating cash flow ≥ net income)6.46 · ≥ 1.00
Reading: does not hold. Not a gate checkDisciplined buybacks: actively reducing the share count (bonus)reading, not a gate check1.7%
Decided by the pass rule for Quality Compounder.The pass rule for Quality Compounder is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here. Lines marked as readings are published beside the checks and are not gate checks.Quality Compounder under The screens ›
Timing — dip & swing receipts
Drawdown Contexta dip, not a collapse
✕ FailsFailsOff its 52-week high by 8–35% (a dip, not a collapse)52.5% · 8.0%–35.0%
FailsDip within its own normal pullback band0.29
PassesNot past where its dips have historically recovered from1.27
FailsA dip in an uptrend (above a rising 200-day)155.49
FailsHigher-low structure still intactstructure broken · no higher low
PassesClear of the earnings blackout (more than 5 days out)35.00 · > 5.00
Decided by the pass rule for Drawdown Context.The pass rule for Drawdown Context is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page.
Reversal Evidencedaily close onlysigns the pullback is turning
✕ FailsUnknown — no dataA bullish MACD cross within 10 sessions— · ≤ 10.00
FailsReclaimed a rising 50-day EMA123.63
FailsPrinted a higher lowno
FailsA volume thrust on the turn (≥ 1.2× normal)1.06 · ≥ 1.20
FailsReversal signals fired: 3 of 4 (MACD·MA·HL·Vol)0.00 · ≥ 3.00
Decided by the pass rule for Reversal Evidence.The pass rule for Reversal Evidence is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page. 1 of 5 carry no data.
Not-a-Value-Trap Gatecheap for a good reason, not a broken one
✕ FailsFailsIn the cheap half of its own 5-year valuation range(through fiscal 2025)0.6×
FailsEarnings estimates not being cut−0.07
PassesReturns on capital not deteriorating−0.02
Decided by the pass rule for Not-a-Value-Trap Gate.The pass rule for Not-a-Value-Trap Gate is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page.
Quality Floorpasses the quality/value gate on this dip
✕ FailsFailsOperating profit is positive(fiscal 2025: held in its sector pending the TTM check)−$367.1M · > 0
FailsReturn on invested capital ≥ 10%(fiscal 2025: held in its sector pending the TTM check)−2.0% · ≥ 10.0%
FailsA solvent balance sheet (Altman Z ≥ 1.8, net debt/EBITDA ≤ 4)(TTM through Jun 30, 2026)2.4×
FailsQuality score ≥ 5042.30 · ≥ 50.00
PassesRevenue growing over 5 years(fiscal 2020 to 2025)10.4% per year · > 0
Decided by the pass rule for Quality Floor.The pass rule for Quality Floor is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page.
Qualified Dipa pullback with receipts, not a falling knife
~ BorderlineA research signal from published criteria, not a recommendation.
FailsDrawdown context52.5% off its 52-week high
FailsReversal evidence0 of 4 signals fired
FailsTrap gate1 of 3 held
FailsQuality floor1 of 5 held
Invalidation level (structure break): below this the dip's structure has broken$113.16
Decided by the pass rule for Qualified Dip.The pass rule for Qualified Dip is what decides that verdict, and it is not restated here.Qualified Dip under The screens ›
Trend Alignmentprice in a confirmed uptrend
✕ FailsFailsTrading above its 50-day average123.09
FailsTrading above its 200-day average155.49
Fails50-day average above the 200-day (uptrend stack)123.09
Fails50-day average sloping up−0.04 · > 0
Decided by the pass rule for Trend Alignment.The pass rule for Trend Alignment is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page.
Relative Strengthoutperforming, ranked vs the universe
✕ FailsFails3-month return in the top half of the universe0.15 · ≥ 0.50
Passes12-minus-1 momentum in the top half of the universe0.87 · ≥ 0.50
FailsRelative strength vs the S&P 500 improving−0.00 · > 0
FailsEarnings estimates being revised up−0.07
Decided by the pass rule for Relative Strength.The pass rule for Relative Strength is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page.
Momentum Triggera trigger you can see
✕ FailsFailsMACD above its signal line−5.99
Not scored: see the reason belowBack above the 50-day on a fresh cross (≤10 sessions)This is a two-part reading (price back above the 50-day, and a bullish momentum cross inside 10 sessions) and a dated momentum cross is not on record for this name yet, so it is left unscored rather than counted either way.—
FailsHigher high and higher low (stair-stepping up)no higher high · no higher low
FailsA volume thrust on the move (≥ 1.2× normal)1.06 · ≥ 1.20
Decided by the pass rule for Momentum Trigger.The pass rule for Momentum Trigger is what decides that verdict, and it is not published separately on the methodology page. 1 of 4 carry no data.
Volatility Regimecontext, not a signal
Context, not scoredAverage daily swing: elevated0.04
Volatility band width: mid-range0.73
Distance from its 52-week high: a deep pullback0.52
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Unknown ≠ failAn “— Unknown” verdict means the inputs were insufficient: context, not a signal, and never counted as a fail.
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