12 Most Promising EV Battery Stocks According to Wall Street Analysts

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5. Albemarle Corporation (NYSE:ALB)

Analysts’ Upside Potential as of April 29: 59.56%

Albemarle Corporation (NYSE:ALB) is the world’s largest and most well-known lithium manufacturer, as well as one of the Most Promising Stocks with an upside potential of 59.56%. The business, which has a 225,000 metric ton production capacity, is one of the largest lithium miners in the world and plans to almost triple production by 2030. The challenges facing the lithium supply chain are complex, and in 2025, trade regulations could make things even more difficult. However, since lithium is a commodity stock that benefits from broad market-wide pricing trends, any shortages or supply constraints would inevitably result in higher lithium prices if things do not work out, which will improve the company’s bottom line.

Despite having a small five-year track record, Albemarle Corporation (NYSE:ALB) has consistently drawn dividend investors with a steady 2.18% yield. Although the company’s recent announcement of a $0.405 dividend increased short-term gains, its long-term potential in the field of electric vehicles is what makes it valuable.

Although management has shown strong financial discipline, investors should be mindful of possible shareholder dilution. Despite lithium prices falling by a third last year, Albemarle Corporation (NYSE:ALB) generated $702 million in operating cash flow, showing resilience that benefits its patient shareholders.

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