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Century Aluminum Company(CENX)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CENX
09/25/2026: CENX (4-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Century Aluminum is a US-based producer of primary aluminum that operates smelters in Kentucky and Iceland. The stock provides pure-play exposure to the cyclical aluminum commodity market, with strengths in value-added alloy production and access to sustainable energy. Its primary growth opportunity lies in the accelerating trend toward lightweight materials in electric vehicles. Investors face significant risks from volatile energy costs and global LME metal price fluctuations, which can lead to erratic financial performance. The stock is best suited for experienced investors who understand cyclical commodity dynamics and is generally not for those seeking stable dividend income or low-volatility returns.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The company offers exposure to industrial growth, but is heavily tethered to commodity price cycles. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The stock often exhibits high beta and sharp price movements correlated with LME aluminum cycles. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Valuation is often dependent on book value and cyclical earnings peaks. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not pay a regular dividend. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | High volatility in revenue and earnings makes this unsuitable for conservative portfolios. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | Profitability is directly linked to the LME aluminum price which is highly unpredictable. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | The stock can become overextended during cyclical commodity peaks. |
| Competition risk (Global Commodity Producers) | Medium / high | Large-scale competitors can pressure margins through economies of scale. |
| Business quality | Medium | The smelting business is asset-heavy and energy-dependent. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | No current policy exists to return cash to shareholders via dividends. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Operational success requires managing high-temperature industrial processes and energy contracts effectively. |
Price Behavior
Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.
Choppy
The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 217.35% | Avg. Invested days 47 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/25/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 3.80B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 6.63 | 1Y Target Price 69 |
Price to earnings Ratio 6.63 | 1Y Target Price 69 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1.7M shares | Beta 1.99 | 52 Weeks Range 25.40 - 70.43 | Updated Date 09/27/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 25.40 - 70.43 | Updated Date 09/27/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 5.79 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Aluminum Sales | Sale of standard ingot, billet, and molten metal to manufacturers. | The company earns money by turning raw materials and electricity into aluminum metal, which they sell to industrial buyers. |
| Geography: North America & Iceland | Operations located in Kentucky and Iceland. | Production capacity is concentrated in regions where energy access is strategic. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 6.63 | Forward PE 6.48 | Enterprise Value 3.98B | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.42 |
Enterprise Value 3.98B | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.42 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.49 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.64 | Shares Outstanding 98.99M | Shares Floating 68.61M |
Shares Outstanding 98.99M | Shares Floating 68.61M | ||
Percent Insiders 30.89 | Percent Institutions 78.4 |
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Financial Metrics
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Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Century Aluminum Company
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquarters Chicago, IL, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1996-03-28 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Jesse E. Gary J.D. | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Aluminum | Full time employees 2906 | Website https://centuryaluminum.com |
Full time employees 2906 | Website https://centuryaluminum.com | ||
Century Aluminum Company, together with its subsidiaries, produces primary aluminum and alumina in the United States and Iceland. The company engages in the production of standard-grade and value-added primary aluminum products. It also owns and operates a carbon anode production facility in Vlissingen, the Netherlands; and operates aluminum reduction facilities or smelters; and bauxite mining and alumina refining in Jamaica. The company was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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