Discontinued — last reported Q4 '25

Operating Expenses

Compensation and benefits

Albemarle Compensation and benefits decreased by 28.2% to $7.88M in Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric grew by 13.2%, from $6.97M to $7.88M. This increase may warrant attention — for this metric, lower values are generally preferred.

Analysis

StatementIncome Statement
SectionOperating Expenses
CategoryEfficiency
SignalLower is better
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ1 2013
Last reportedQ4 2025

How to read this metric

An increase often reflects headcount growth or higher performance-based incentives, while a decrease may indicate efficiency initiatives or workforce reductions.

Detailed definition

Includes all salaries, wages, bonuses, stock-based compensation, and employee benefit costs for the workforce. This is t...

Peer comparison

Highly comparable across all sectors; usually found under 'Personnel' or 'Staffing' expenses.

Metric ID: compensation_and_benefits

Historical Data

5 periods
 Q3 '24Q1 '25Q2 '25Q3 '25Q1 '26
Value$9.00M$6.97M$10.10M$10.98M$7.88M
QoQ Change-22.6%+45.0%+8.7%-28.2%
YoY Change+21.9%+13.2%
Range$6.97M$10.98M
CAGR-12.5%
Avg YoY Growth+17.6%
Median YoY Growth+17.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Albemarle's compensation and benefits?
Albemarle (ALB) reported compensation and benefits of $7.88M in Q1 2026.
How has Albemarle's compensation and benefits changed year-over-year?
Albemarle's compensation and benefits increased by 13.2% year-over-year, from $6.97M to $7.88M.
What does compensation and benefits mean?
The total cost of employee salaries, bonuses, and benefits.