Price to Sales (P/S)
since 2005
Calculation
Albemarle Corp., P/S, long-term trends, calculation
| P/S | = | Share price1, 2, 3 | ÷ | Sales per share1 | Sales per share1 | = | Net sales1 (in thousands) |
÷ | No. shares of common stock outstanding2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 15, 2023 | 4.37 | = | 272.79 | ÷ | 62.46 | 62.46 | = | 7,320,104 | ÷ | 117,197,977 | |
| Feb 22, 2022 | 6.75 | = | 191.85 | ÷ | 28.44 | 28.44 | = | 3,327,957 | ÷ | 117,036,615 | |
| Feb 19, 2021 | 5.82 | = | 156.17 | ÷ | 26.83 | 26.83 | = | 3,128,909 | ÷ | 116,632,439 | |
| Feb 26, 2020 | 2.53 | = | 85.65 | ÷ | 33.80 | 33.80 | = | 3,589,427 | ÷ | 106,206,157 | |
| Feb 27, 2019 | 2.89 | = | 92.28 | ÷ | 31.91 | 31.91 | = | 3,374,950 | ÷ | 105,753,864 | |
| Feb 28, 2018 | 3.62 | = | 100.43 | ÷ | 27.77 | 27.77 | = | 3,071,976 | ÷ | 110,638,449 | |
| Feb 28, 2017 | 4.27 | = | 101.51 | ÷ | 23.78 | 23.78 | = | 2,677,203 | ÷ | 112,566,316 | |
| Feb 29, 2016 | 1.73 | = | 56.22 | ÷ | 32.53 | 32.53 | = | 3,651,335 | ÷ | 112,250,676 | |
| Mar 2, 2015 | 2.60 | = | 56.68 | ÷ | 21.80 | 21.80 | = | 2,445,548 | ÷ | 112,155,745 | |
| Feb 25, 2014 | 1.95 | = | 64.28 | ÷ | 32.91 | 32.91 | = | 2,616,416 | ÷ | 79,497,921 | |
| Feb 15, 2013 | 2.12 | = | 65.42 | ÷ | 30.90 | 30.90 | = | 2,745,420 | ÷ | 88,836,443 | |
| Feb 22, 2012 | 2.05 | = | 66.19 | ÷ | 32.26 | 32.26 | = | 2,869,005 | ÷ | 88,937,768 | |
| Feb 25, 2011 | 2.22 | = | 57.24 | ÷ | 25.78 | 25.78 | = | 2,362,764 | ÷ | 91,633,335 | |
| Feb 26, 2010 | 1.71 | = | 37.49 | ÷ | 21.96 | 21.96 | = | 2,005,394 | ÷ | 91,314,008 | |
| Feb 27, 2009 | 0.72 | = | 19.35 | ÷ | 27.00 | 27.00 | = | 2,467,115 | ÷ | 91,377,788 | |
| Feb 29, 2008 | 1.48 | = | 37.94 | ÷ | 25.56 | 25.56 | = | 2,336,187 | ÷ | 91,407,676 | |
| Mar 1, 2007 | 1.65 | = | 40.98 | ÷ | 24.89 | 24.89 | = | 2,368,506 | ÷ | 95,174,444 | |
| Mar 15, 2006 | 0.99 | = | 22.05 | ÷ | 22.31 | 22.31 | = | 2,107,499 | ÷ | 94,462,906 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).
1 US$
2 Data adjusted for splits and stock dividends.
3 Closing price as at the filing date of Albemarle Corp. Annual Report.
- Share Price Trend
- The share price demonstrates a generally upward trajectory over the years analyzed. Beginning at $22.05 in 2006, it experienced volatility with notable dips, such as in 2009 where it fell to $19.35. Subsequently, there was a strong recovery and consistent growth, reaching a peak of $272.79 by 2023. This signifies substantial capital appreciation over the analyzed period.
- Sales per Share Dynamics
- Sales per share presented moderate fluctuations with some volatility throughout the years. Starting at $22.31 in 2006, sales per share peaked in 2014 at $32.91 but notably decreased in certain periods, such as in 2010 and 2012, with a trough at $21.8 in 2014 and $23.78 in 2017. A pronounced increase was observed in 2023, with sales per share rising sharply to $62.46, indicating a significant enhancement in revenue generated per share in the latest period.
- Price-to-Sales Ratio (P/S) Analysis
- The P/S ratio exhibited considerable variability, reflecting differing market valuations relative to sales for the company. It started near parity at 0.99 in 2006, rose to a peak of 2.6 in 2015, and surged dramatically to a maximum of 6.75 in 2022 before settling at 4.37 in 2023. The sharp increase in recent years implies a higher market premium on the company's sales, which may be driven by growth expectations or improved market sentiment despite some fluctuations in sales per share.
- Integrated Observations
- An overall observation is the decoupling trend between sales per share and share price growth in certain years, particularly post-2015, where the share price and P/S ratio increased markedly compared to more moderate sales per share growth. This suggests investors potentially value the company beyond its sales figures, possibly anticipating improved profitability or strategic advantages. The sharp rise in both sales per share and share price in the latest period, accompanied by a moderate decline in P/S ratio from its peak, might indicate strengthening fundamentals coupled with more balanced market valuation.
Comparison to Competitors
Albemarle Corp., P/S, long-term trends, comparison to competitors
| Albemarle Corp. | Linde plc | Sherwin-Williams Co. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 15, 2023 | 4.37 | 5.14 | 2.60 |
| Feb 22, 2022 | 6.75 | 4.84 | 3.49 |
| Feb 19, 2021 | 5.82 | 4.83 | 3.50 |
| Feb 26, 2020 | 2.53 | 3.74 | 2.95 |
| Feb 27, 2019 | 2.89 | 5.71 | 2.33 |
| Feb 28, 2018 | 3.62 | 3.76 | 2.50 |
| Feb 28, 2017 | 4.27 | 3.26 | 2.46 |
| Feb 29, 2016 | 1.73 | 2.69 | 2.11 |
| Mar 2, 2015 | 2.60 | 3.03 | 2.45 |
| Feb 25, 2014 | 1.95 | 3.14 | 1.96 |
| Feb 15, 2013 | 2.12 | 2.96 | 1.75 |
| Feb 22, 2012 | 2.05 | 2.89 | 1.20 |
| Feb 25, 2011 | 2.22 | 2.91 | 1.14 |
| Feb 26, 2010 | 1.71 | 2.60 | 0.99 |
| Feb 27, 2009 | 0.72 | 1.69 | 0.68 |
| Feb 29, 2008 | 1.48 | 2.81 | 0.82 |
| Mar 1, 2007 | 1.65 | 2.37 | 1.15 |
| Mar 15, 2006 | 0.99 | 2.31 | 0.82 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).
Comparison to Sector (Chemicals)
Albemarle Corp., P/S, long-term trends, comparison to sector (chemicals)
| Albemarle Corp. | Chemicals | |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 15, 2023 | 4.37 | 4.13 |
| Feb 22, 2022 | 6.75 | 4.31 |
| Feb 19, 2021 | 5.82 | 4.29 |
| Feb 26, 2020 | 2.53 | 3.44 |
| Feb 27, 2019 | 2.89 | 3.88 |
| Feb 28, 2018 | 3.62 | 3.04 |
| Feb 28, 2017 | 4.27 | 2.83 |
| Feb 29, 2016 | 1.73 | 2.40 |
| Mar 2, 2015 | 2.60 | 2.75 |
| Feb 25, 2014 | 1.95 | 2.59 |
| Feb 15, 2013 | 2.12 | 2.41 |
| Feb 22, 2012 | 2.05 | 2.15 |
| Feb 25, 2011 | 2.22 | 2.14 |
| Feb 26, 2010 | 1.71 | 1.89 |
| Feb 27, 2009 | 0.72 | 1.26 |
| Feb 29, 2008 | 1.48 | 1.89 |
| Mar 1, 2007 | 1.65 | 1.78 |
| Mar 15, 2006 | 0.99 | 1.59 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).
Comparison to Industry (Materials)
Albemarle Corp., P/S, long-term trends, comparison to industry (materials)
| Albemarle Corp. | Materials | |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 15, 2023 | 4.37 | 3.70 |
| Feb 22, 2022 | 6.75 | 3.83 |
| Feb 19, 2021 | 5.82 | 4.08 |
| Feb 26, 2020 | 2.53 | 2.91 |
| Feb 27, 2019 | 2.89 | 2.81 |
| Feb 28, 2018 | 3.62 | 2.50 |
| Feb 28, 2017 | 4.27 | 2.22 |
| Feb 29, 2016 | 1.73 | 1.64 |
| Mar 2, 2015 | 2.60 | 1.94 |
| Feb 25, 2014 | 1.95 | 2.14 |
| Feb 15, 2013 | 2.12 | 2.08 |
| Feb 22, 2012 | 2.05 | 2.06 |
| Feb 25, 2011 | 2.22 | 2.38 |
| Feb 26, 2010 | 1.71 | 2.02 |
| Feb 27, 2009 | 0.72 | 0.98 |
| Feb 29, 2008 | 1.48 | 2.08 |
| Mar 1, 2007 | 1.65 | 1.83 |
| Mar 15, 2006 | 0.99 | 1.77 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).