Albemarle Corporation reported earnings results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2022. For the first quarter, the company reported sales was USD 1,127.73 million compared to USD 829.29 million a year ago. Net income was USD 253.38 million compared to USD 95.68 million a year ago. Basic earnings per share from continuing operations was USD 2.16 compared to USD 0.85 a year ago. Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations was USD 2.15 compared to USD 0.84 a year ago.