CEO — Ragnar Udd: The filing announces the planned appointment of an external candidate (Ragnar Udd) as the next CEO, with the current CEO transitioning to Executive Chair, representing an orderly succession rather than a sudden loss of leadership.

Chief Accounting Officer — Max W. Hood: The filing discloses the appointment of an external candidate as Chief Accounting Officer, which is a new hire rather than a departure.

Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On August 5, 2026 , Albemarle Corporation (the “Company”) issued a press release reporting its results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026. A copy of this release is being furnished as Exhibit 99.1 hereto and incorporated herein by reference. In addition, on August 6, 2026, the Company will hold a teleconference for analysts and media to discuss results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026. The teleconference will be webcast on the C…

Director — Mr. Eduardo De Salles Bartolomeo: Appointment of a new independent director with specified committee roles and compensation.

Chief Accounting Officer — Donald J. LaBauve Jr.: The former Chief Accounting Officer retired and an interim Principal Accounting Officer was appointed.

The filing appears to be a routine reporting of officers and directors without specific details on departures or appointments.

Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On May 6, 2026 , Albemarle Corporation (the “Company”) issued a press release reporting its results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. A copy of this release is being furnished as Exhibit 99.1 hereto and incorporated herein by reference. In addition, on May 7, 2026, the Company will hold a teleconference for analysts and media to discuss results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. The teleconference will be webcast on the Company…

Chief Accounting Officer — Donald J. LaBauve Jr.: Mr. LaBauve is retiring after more than 36 years of service.

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement. On March 19, 2026, Albemarle Corporation (the “Company”), Albemarle Europe Srl, the lenders party thereto and Bank of America, N.A., as administrative agent, entered into the third amendment (the “Third Amendment”) to that certain amended and restated credit agreement dated as of October 28, 2022, as previously amended on February 9, 2024 and October 31, 2024 (the “2022 Credit Agreement”). The Third Amendment modifies the 2022 Credit Agreement by, a…

Other Events. On March 2, 2026, the Company issued a press release announcing the redemption of its 4.650% Senior Notes due 2027 and its offers to purchase for cash up to an aggregate purchase price of $500 million for (i) its 5.65% Senior Notes due 2052, (ii) its 5.45% Senior Notes due 2044, (iii) the 3.45% Senior Notes due 2029 of Albemarle Wodgina Pty Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, and (iv) its 5.05% Senior Notes due 2032, upon the terms and subject to the conditions set fo…

Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets. On March 2, 2026, Albemarle Corporation, a Virginia corporation (the “Company” or “Albemarle”), completed the previously announced sale of its 51% ownership interests (the “Sale”) in Ketjen Corporation, a Delaware corporation (“Ketjen”), to ChemCat AcquisitionCo, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company organized by and affiliated with KPS Capital Partners LP, a New York based private equity firm. Ketjen’s business consists of developing, m…

Director — Ms. Michelle T. Collins and Mr. Mark R. Widmar: Two new independent directors were appointed to the Board with routine compensation arrangements.

Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On February 11, 2026 , Albemarle Corporation (the “Company”) issued a press release reporting its results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2025. A copy of this release is being furnished as Exhibit 99.1 hereto and incorporated herein by reference. In addition, on February 12, 2026, the Company will hold a teleconference for analysts and media to discuss results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2025. The teleconfe…

Director — Dean L. Seavers: Dean L. Seavers resigned from the Board of Directors and all committees, with no disagreement regarding operations, policies, or practices.

Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On November 5, 2025 , Albemarle Corporation (the “Company”) issued a press release reporting its results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025. A copy of this release is being furnished as Exhibit 99.1 hereto and incorporated herein by reference. In addition, on November 6, 2025, the Company will hold a teleconference for analysts and media to discuss results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025. The teleconference will be webc…

Material Impairments. In connection with the transactions described under

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement. On October 25, 2025, Albemarle Corporation, a Virginia corporation (the “Albemarle”), Ketjen Corporation, a Delaware corporation (“Ketjen”) that is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Albemarle, and ChemCat AcquisitionCo, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (the “Purchaser”), entered into a Stock Purchase Agreement (the “Stock Purchase Agreement”) pursuant to which Albemarle agreed to pursue a series of transactions that will result in the sale of a…

below) and the transfer of its performance catalysts solutions business to Albemarle or one or more of its affiliates. Ketjen’s business at the closing of the Transaction will consist of developing, manufacturing (including through toll manufacturing arrangements), and marketing catalysts and related products on a global basis. The Transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2026 upon the satisfaction or waiver of the closing conditions contained in the Stock Purchase Agreement. Und…

Chief Operations Officer — Netha N. Johnson: Netha N. Johnson left the Company, and Mark Mummert succeeded her as Chief Operations Officer.

President and Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board — J. Kent Masters: The Company extended Mr. Masters' employment agreement and provided additional compensation arrangements.

Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On July 30, 2025 , Albemarle Corporation (the “Company”) issued a press release reporting its results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025. A copy of this release is being furnished as Exhibit 99.1 hereto and incorporated herein by reference. In addition, on July 31, 2025, the Company will hold a teleconference for analysts and media to discuss results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025. The teleconference will be webcast on the Com…

Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On April 30, 2025 , Albemarle Corporation (the “Company”) issued a press release reporting its results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025. A copy of this release is being furnished as Exhibit 99.1 hereto and incorporated herein by reference. In addition, on May 1, 2025, the Company will hold a teleconference for analysts and media to discuss results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025. The teleconference will be webcast on the Comp…

Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On February 12, 2025 , Albemarle Corporation (the “Company”) issued a press release reporting its results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2024. A copy of this release is being furnished as Exhibit 99.1 hereto and incorporated herein by reference. In addition, on February 13, 2025, the Company will hold a teleconference for analysts and media to discuss results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2024. The teleconfe…

Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On November 6, 2024 , Albemarle Corporation (the “Company”) issued a press release reporting its results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024. A copy of this release is being furnished as Exhibit 99.1 hereto and incorporated herein by reference. In addition, on November 7, 2024, the Company will hold a teleconference for analysts and media to discuss results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024. The teleconference will be webc…

Chief Accounting Officer — Donald J. LaBauve, Jr.: Mr. LaBauve was promoted to Chief Accounting Officer within the company.