Century Aluminum Company (CENX)

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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol CENX
  • Rev/Share 26.0877
  • Book/Share 8.9804
  • PB 5.7726
  • Debt/Equity 0.6301
  • CurrentRatio 1.9696
  • ROIC 0.0945

 

  • MktCap 4838847673.0
  • FreeCF/Share 0.8751
  • PFCF 57.0619
  • PE 120.1745
  • Debt/Assets 0.2481
  • DivYield 0
  • ROE 0.0546

 

  • Rating C+
  • Score 2
  • Recommendation Sell
  • P/E Score 1
  • DCF Score 1
  • P/B Score 1
  • D/E Score 1

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Initiation CENX Wells Fargo -- Overweight -- -- Oct. 8, 2025
Upgrade CENX BMO Capital Markets Market Perform Outperform -- $22 Feb. 24, 2025
Upgrade CENX Wolfe Research Peer Perform Outperform -- $27 Dec. 3, 2024

News

Oklahoma's Burgeoning Aluminum Hub Gets Boost with Agreement Between U.S. Aluminum Company and EGA, Century Aluminum
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Published: February 24, 2026 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

U.S. Aluminum Company is new venture founded by Oklahoma City-based Plotkin Family, owners of leading aluminum fabrication company M-D Building Products U.S. Aluminum Company is new venture founded by Oklahoma City-based Plotkin Family, owners of leading aluminum fabrication company M-D Building Products

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Century Aluminum to Participate in BMO 2026 Global Metals, Mining & Critical Minerals Conference
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Published: February 23, 2026 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

CHICAGO, Feb. 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Century Aluminum Company (NASDAQ: CENX) today announced that Jesse Gary, Century's President and Chief Executive Officer, will present and participate in a question-and-answer session at the BMO Global Metals, Mining, & Critical Minerals Conference, beginning at approximately 8:15 a.m. EST on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.

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Century Aluminum Company Statement on U.S. Supreme Court IEEPA Ruling
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Published: February 20, 2026 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

CHICAGO, Feb. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Century Aluminum Company (NASDAQ: CENX) today issued the following statement regarding the U.S. Supreme Court's decision on the tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).

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Century Aluminum Company (CENX) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
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Published: February 20, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Century Aluminum Company (CENX) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

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Forget Profit, Bet on These 4 Stocks With Increasing Cash Flows
CENX, SHIP, SNEX, SUZ
Published: February 20, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

SUZ, SNEX, CENX and SHIP stand out for rising cash flows, signaling stronger liquidity and resilience beyond headline earnings.

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Here's Why 'Trend' Investors Would Love Betting on Century (CENX)
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Published: February 19, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Century (CENX) made it through our "Recent Price Strength" screen and could be a great choice for investors looking to make a profit from stocks that are currently on the move.

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3 Industrial Stocks to Buy as Sector Momentum Builds in 2026
CENX, GRC, KALU
Published: February 19, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Industrial stocks are rallying in 2026, with XLI up 12.8% YTD. Here's why KALU, GRC and CENX stand out as momentum builds.

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EGA and Century Celebrate Historic Smelter Project, Meet With U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright
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Published: February 10, 2026 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

WASHINGTON, Feb. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Emirates Global Aluminium CEO Abdulnasser Bin Kalban (right) and Century Aluminum CEO Jesse Gary (left) met with U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright to highlight their partnership to build the country's first primary aluminum smelter in over 45 years. Featuring state-of-the-art smelter technology, the plant is expected to create 5000 jobs and establish Inola, Oklahoma as a hub for critical metal used by American industries.

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Bechtel to lead preparatory engineering work on Oklahoma aluminum project
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Published: February 09, 2026 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

INOLA, Okla., Feb. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Emirates Global Aluminium, the largest ‘premium aluminum' producer in the world, and leading American primary aluminum producer Century Aluminum today announced the selection of American firm Bechtel to conduct preparatory engineering for their planned primary aluminum production plant in Inola, Oklahoma.

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Century Aluminum Sets Date for Fourth Quarter 2025 Earnings Announcement
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Published: February 05, 2026 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

CHICAGO, Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Century Aluminum Company (NASDAQ: CENX) will report fourth quarter 2025 earnings on Thursday, February 19, 2026, after market close. The news release will be issued through GlobeNewswire.

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Is Century Aluminum (CENX) Outperforming Other Industrial Products Stocks This Year?
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Published: February 05, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Here is how Century Aluminum (CENX) and Kennametal (KMT) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

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CENX and EGA Partner to Build Primary Aluminum Smelter in Oklahoma
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Published: January 27, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

CENX and EGA to build a primary aluminum smelter in Oklahoma, the first new U.S. plant since 1980, set to produce 750,000 tons annually.

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Century Aluminum Joins EGA Project to Build First U.S. Smelter in Almost 50 Years
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Published: January 26, 2026 by: Newsfile Corp
Sentiment: Neutral

The Oklahoma smelter will use best-in-class EGA technology to double U.S. aluminum production Dubai, United Arab Emirates and Chicago, Illinois--(Newsfile Corp. - January 26, 2026) - Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) and Century Aluminum Company (NASDAQ: CENX) announced today that they have entered into a joint development agreement to build the first new primary aluminum production plant in the United States since 1980. Under the joint development agreement, EGA will own 60 percent of the joint venture, with Century owning the remaining 40 percent.

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Century Aluminum Company (CENX) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
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Published: November 07, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Century Aluminum Company ( CENX ) Q3 2025 Earnings Call November 6, 2025 5:00 PM EST Company Participants Ryan Crawford - Financial Planning & Analysis and Investor Relations Manager Jesse Gary - President, CEO & Director Peter Trpkovski - CFO, Executive VP & Treasurer Conference Call Participants Fedor Shabalin - B. Riley Securities, Inc., Research Division Katja Jancic - BMO Capital Markets Equity Research John Tumazos - John Tumazos Very Independent Research, LLC Presentation Operator Good afternoon, everyone, and thank you for joining today's Century Aluminum Company Third Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call.

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Here's Why Century Aluminum (CENX) is a Great Momentum Stock to Buy
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Published: October 27, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Does Century Aluminum (CENX) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

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Century Aluminum Sees Rising Profits With Expanded Smelting Capacity And Higher Prices
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Published: October 21, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Century Aluminum Company is upgraded to Buy from Hold, driven by improved financial strength and favorable industry dynamics. CENX benefits from lower financing costs, expanded production capacity, and protectionist U.S. policies supporting domestic aluminum producers. Global aluminum supply constraints and rising prices, alongside increased U.S. demand, position CENX for higher profitability and growth.

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Recent Price Trend in Century (CENX) is Your Friend, Here's Why
CENX
Published: October 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

If you are looking for stocks that are well positioned to maintain their recent uptrend, Century (CENX) could be a great choice. It is one of the several stocks that passed through our "Recent Price Strength" screen.

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Century Aluminum Extends Power Deal, Plans $50M Reactivation
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Published: October 13, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

CENX secures a power deal with Santee Cooper to revive idle Mt. Holly capacity, aiming for full output by 2026.

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Grab These 4 Stocks With Solid Net Profit Margin to Maximize Returns
AVO, CENX, ELMD, GLDD
Published: October 10, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Let's take a look at four stocks, AVO, ELMD, GLDD and CENX, with stellar net profit margins and rising EPS estimates that can help create a winning portfolio.

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Is the Options Market Predicting a Spike in Century Aluminum Stock?
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Published: October 09, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Investors need to pay close attention to CENX stock based on the movements in the options market lately.

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Century (CENX) Is a Great Choice for 'Trend' Investors, Here's Why
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Published: October 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

If you are looking for stocks that are well positioned to maintain their recent uptrend, Century (CENX) could be a great choice. It is one of the several stocks that passed through our "Recent Price Strength" screen.

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Are Industrial Products Stocks Lagging Century Aluminum (CENX) This Year?
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Published: September 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

Here is how Century Aluminum (CENX) and Constellium (CSTM) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

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Fast-paced Momentum Stock Century (CENX) Is Still Trading at a Bargain
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Published: September 25, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Century (CENX) could be a great choice for investors looking to buy stocks that have gained strong momentum recently but are still trading at reasonable prices. It is one of the several stocks that made it through our 'Fast-Paced Momentum at a Bargain' screen.

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4 Top-Ranked Stocks With Solid Net Profit Margins to Boost Returns
CENX, GLDD, INFU, RELY
Published: September 24, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

INFU, CENX, RELY and GLDD boast strong net margins, rising earnings and bullish analyst ratings that signal upside.

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Focus Past the Fed: Bet on 4 Stocks With Rising Cash Flows
CENX, DAKT, GLDD, NCSM
Published: September 23, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Century Aluminum, Daktronics, Great Lakes Dredge & Dock and NCS Multistage stand out with rising cash flows amid market optimism.

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Century Aluminum (CENX) Is Up 18.11% in One Week: What You Should Know
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Published: September 16, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Does Century Aluminum (CENX) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

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Earnings Estimates Rising for Century (CENX): Will It Gain?
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Published: September 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Century Aluminum (CENX) shares have started gaining and might continue moving higher in the near term, as indicated by solid earnings estimate revisions.

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Here's Why Momentum in Century (CENX) Should Keep going
CENX
Published: September 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

If you are looking for stocks that are well positioned to maintain their recent uptrend, Century (CENX) could be a great choice. It is one of the several stocks that passed through our "Recent Price Strength" screen.

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Is Century Aluminum (CENX) Stock Outpacing Its Industrial Products Peers This Year?
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Published: September 10, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Here is how Century Aluminum (CENX) and Constellium (CSTM) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

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Why Fast-paced Mover Century (CENX) Is a Great Choice for Value Investors
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Published: August 29, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Century (CENX) could be a great choice for investors looking to buy stocks that have gained strong momentum recently but are still trading at reasonable prices. It is one of the several stocks that made it through our 'Fast-Paced Momentum at a Bargain' screen.

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About Century Aluminum Company (CENX)

  • IPO Date 1996-03-29
  • Website https://centuryaluminum.com
  • Industry Aluminum
  • CEO Jesse E. Gary
  • Employees 2971

Century Aluminum Company, together with its subsidiaries, produces standard-grade and value-added primary aluminum products in the United States and Iceland. It also owns and operates a carbon anode production facility in the Netherlands. The company was incorporated in 1981 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.