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Albemarle Corp. vs Williams-Sonoma, Inc. — how do they compare? Albemarle Corp. trades at $129.99 (market cap $15.22B), while Williams-Sonoma, Inc. trades at $218.23 (market cap $26.36B). The key difference: Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the larger of the two by market cap, and Williams-Sonoma, Inc. pays the higher dividend (1.36%). Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| ALB | WSM | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $15.22B | $26.36B |
Sector | Basic Materials | Consumer Cyclical |
52-Week High | $215.62 | $240.06 |
52-Week Low | $67.30 | $163.62 |
Enterprise Value | $18.24B | $27.20B |
Dividend Yield | 1.26% | 1.36% |
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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 →With a wide retail and direct-to-consumer presence, Williams-Sonoma is a leader in the $300 billion domestic home category, focused on expanding its exposure in the B2B, marketplace, and franchise areas. Namesake Williams-Sonoma (175 stores) offers high-end cooking essentials, while Pottery Barn (189) provides casual home accessories. Brand extensions include Pottery Barn Kids (52) and PBteen. West Elm (121) is an emerging concept for young professionals, and Rejuvenation (9) offers lighting and house parts. Williams-Sonoma also has a business-to-business team that supports projects that range from residential to large-scale commercial.
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