Albemarle Corp. vs Tractor Supply Co — how do they compare? Albemarle Corp. trades at $132 (market cap $15.27B), while Tractor Supply Co trades at $35.3 (market cap $18.39B). The key difference: Tractor Supply Co is the larger of the two by market cap, and Tractor Supply Co pays the higher dividend (2.72%). Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| ALB | TSCO | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $15.27B | $18.39B |
Sector | Basic Materials | Consumer Cyclical |
52-Week High | $215.62 | $62.65 |
52-Week Low | $72.58 | $29.14 |
Enterprise Value | $17.75B | $24.70B |
Dividend Yield | 1.27% | 2.72% |
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Albemarle is the world's largest lithium producer. Our outlook for robust lithium demand is predicated upon increased demand for electric vehicle batteries. Albemarle produces lithium from its salt brine deposits in Chile and the U.S. and its hard rock joint venture mines in Australia. Albemarle is also a global leader in the production of bromine, used in flame retardants. The company is also a major producer of oil refining catalysts.
Read more on ALB →Tractor Supply is the largest operator of retail farm and ranch stores in the United States. The company targets recreational farmers and ranchers and has little exposure to commercial and industrial farm operations. Currently, the company operates 2,016 of its namesake banners in 49 states and 178 Petsense stores. Stores are typically located in towns outside of urban areas and in rural communities. In fiscal 2021, revenue consisted primarily of livestock and pet (47%), hardware, tools, and truck (21%), and seasonal gift and toy (21%).
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