美股异动丨美国雅保盘前续涨4%，获瑞银上调评级至“买入”并看高至185美元

Core Viewpoint - UBS upgraded Albemarle Corporation (ALB.US) from "Neutral" to "Buy" with a target price raised from $107 to $185, citing increased demand for energy storage and a slowdown in production capacity growth in Western countries, which is expected to lead to a lithium market shortage in the second half of 2026, setting the stage for a potential surge in lithium prices in 2027 [1] Group 1 - Albemarle's stock rose 4% in pre-market trading to $130.2, following a more than 5% increase last Friday [1] - UBS anticipates that rising lithium prices, driven by battery metal demand, will enhance Albemarle's profitability [1] - The firm believes that now is the right time to buy Albemarle's stock [1]