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CENX's Q2 outlook hinges on stronger aluminum prices, but rising costs, restart expenses and commodity dependence may cloud the earnings picture.

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Century Aluminum recently celebrated the expansion of its Mt. Holly aluminum smelter in South Carolina, an upgrade that lifts U.S. primary aluminum output by around 10% and increases the plant’s workforce to more than 600 employees. This expansion, closely tied to the federal Section 232 national security tariff on aluminum and backed by high-profile government participation, underscores how trade policy is actively reshaping domestic production capacity in the U.S. aluminum industry. Next,...

Century Aluminum (CENX) is back in focus after U.S. officials joined company leadership in South Carolina to mark the expansion of its Mt. Holly smelter, a project tied to Section 232 aluminum tariffs. See our latest analysis for Century Aluminum. The Mt. Holly expansion headlines arrive as Century Aluminum’s share price sits at US$46.21, with a 7 day share price return of 11.35% but a 90 day share price return that is down 23.92%. The 1 year total shareholder return is 101.79%, signaling...

Century Aluminum is expanding its Mt. Holly smelter, increasing U.S. aluminum production capacity and adding to its workforce. The project has drawn participation from key government officials, underlining its role in U.S. manufacturing and industrial policy. The expansion positions Mt. Holly as a larger contributor to domestic supply at a time when aluminum is central to multiple manufacturing and infrastructure needs. Century Aluminum, traded as NasdaqGS:CENX, is drawing fresh attention...

Kaiser (KALU) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of +138.36% and +6.90%, respectively, for the quarter ended June 2026. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

The White House announced two policy moves aimed at reducing reliance on foreign suppliers while encouraging domestic metals production.

The company is making its biggest strategic bet in a decade, and it has nothing to do with just hoping for higher metal prices.

The deal follows TeraWulf's acquisition of Century's former Kentucky smelter, which is being redeveloped into a large-scale AI data-center campus.

Artificial intelligence giant Anthropic has entered into a 20-year lease agreement for the data center planned for the former Century Aluminum site in Hancock County. Anthropic, the company and the developer of the Claude AI ChatBot, entered into the lease with TereWulf, Inc., which purchased the Century Aluminum property in Hawesville earlier this year for $200 million with the intent of ...

Alcoa agreed to acquire South32's bauxite, alumina, and aluminum assets for $4.1 billion, sending shares down 9% to $47.41 amid dilution and bridge financing concerns.

The sell-off may prove premature, as aluminum inventory levels remain relatively low and it's unclear when smelters in the Arabian Peninsula will return to full capacity.

Brimstone will provide Century Aluminum with significant volumes of alumina from its planned production facility.

Century Aluminum (NASDAQ:CENX) used a fireside chat at the Wells Fargo Industrials and Materials Conference to frame its investment case around tight aluminum markets, U.S. and European production exposure, and a planned new smelter in Oklahoma. Timna Tanners, Building Materials and Metals and Mini

Century Aluminum's price target remains unchanged in the latest analyst update, with no revisions to the existing outlook. Even without fresh commentary or target moves, this stability still indicates that the story is holding steady at the moment. Read on to see how to track shifts in this narrative so you can keep up as new information comes in. Stay updated as the Fair Value for Century Aluminum shifts by adding it to your watchlist or portfolio. Alternatively, explore our Community to...

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The stock market rose to fresh highs Thursday on a reported interim U.S.-Iran deal. Dell soared overnight on earnings.

Century Aluminum is Thursday's IBD Stock Of The Day as the largest U.S. aluminum producer is humming like rarely before thanks to Trump tariffs and fallout from the Middle East conflict. The good news has legs, which is why CENX stock continued to rise within buy range even amid a report that U.S. and Iranian negotiators see eye-to-eye on a potential 60-day ceasefire. Aluminum prices climbed 0.8% to a four-year-high $3,650 per metric ton and have climbed around 18% since the conflict began Feb. 28, according to CME Group data.

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Century Aluminum (CENX) is back on investors’ radar after a sector-wide rally in aluminum producers, combined with brighter sentiment around its earnings outlook, even as some investors question valuation and insider selling trends. See our latest analysis for Century Aluminum. At a share price of $65.05, Century Aluminum has seen a 7.6% 1 day share price return and a 58.9% year to date share price return. The 1 year total shareholder return of about 3x signals strong momentum that contrasts...

With aluminum at multi-year highs and the impact of tariffs remaining strong, domestic aluminum firms could be positioned to benefit.

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Aluminum usually doesn’t get the spotlight like gold or copper, but right now the market is unusually tight. A mix of Middle East supply disruptions, shipping issues, and U.S. tariffs has pushed prices higher and given Alcoa (NYSE:AA) a massive boost. The stock is up nearly 134% over the past year and is now trading close to its highs around $70.

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

The Iran war started on February 27, and the aluminum market has not been the same since. Alcoa CEO William Oplinger told investors on the company’s Q1 2026 call that London Metal Exchange prices had recently exceeded $3,600 per metric ton on tight inventories and Middle East supply disruptions. Reuters dubbed it a shock that ... Aluminum Prices Have Surged Nearly 90% Since the Iran War Began, and Kiplinger Says Your Portfolio Should Respond

On May 7, 2026, Century Aluminum Company reported first-quarter 2026 revenue of US$649.2 million, modestly above the prior year, and net income of US$337.5 million, with basic earnings per share from continuing operations of US$3.41 despite adjusted EPS coming in below consensus estimates. The company paired these results with an upbeat second-quarter adjusted EBITDA outlook and early restarts and expansions at its Mt. Holly and Norural smelters, highlighting efforts to boost production...

Century Aluminum Company (NASDAQ:CENX) is one of the 8 Best American Mining Stocks to Buy Right Now. On May 7, 2026, Century Aluminum Company (NASDAQ:CENX) reported Q1 adjusted EPS of $1.63, versus the consensus estimate of $1.77. Revenue totaled $649.2M, versus the consensus estimate of $633.07M. The company said it expects second-quarter adjusted EBITDA to […]