Albemarle Corp. - ALB STOCK NEWS

albemarle corporation, headquartered in baton rouge, louisiana, is a premier specialty chemicals company with leading positions in attractive end markets around the world. with a broad customer reach and diverse end markets, albemarle develops, manufactures and markets technologically advanced and high value added products, including lithium and lithium compounds, bromine and derivatives, catalysts and surface treatment chemistries used in a wide range of applications including consumer electronics, flame retardants, metal processing, plastics, contemporary and alternative transportation vehicles, refining, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, construction and custom chemistry services. albemarle is focused on delivering differentiated, performance-based technologies that deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to its customers. the company employs approximately 6,900 people and serves customers in approximately 100 countries. albemarle regularly posts information to www.albemarle.com,