Century Aluminum, boasting a market cap of USD 2.65 billion, has hit a 52-week high of USD 28.44, which shows that investor confidence and market interest are on the rise. This milestone highlights the company's robust performance in the non-ferrous metals sector, delivering a 77.26 per cent one-year gain which is well above the S&P 500's 15.64 per cent over the same period.
In the last year, the firm has seen a remarkable 75.79 per cent increase in share value, driven by a 15.38 per cent growth in revenue and a P/E ratio of 23.66. This impressive performance is a result of favourable market conditions and strategic moves that have bolstered stakeholder confidence. As the firm navigates the ever-changing aluminium industry, this achievement underscores its strong market position and potential for future growth.
Despite offering no dividend yield, Century Aluminum's price-to-book ratio of 3.02 underscores its strong growth potential. With a 52-week low of USD 13.05, the stock has seen a substantial gain over the past year. According to analysis from InvestingPro, the stock is currently trading just below its Fair Value, suggesting there could be some upside for investors.
Current share price movement
As of October 1, 2025, shares of the firm are trading at USD 29.36. This price is currently 2.39 per cent lower than its 52-week high and a remarkable 55.5 per cent higher than its 52-week low of USD 13.05, showcasing a solid performance over the past year. Last year on this date, the firm's share price traded at USD 16.27, showing a year-on-year increase of 44.59 per cent.
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Q2 earnings update
The company reported its Q2 2025 results, representing a fall short of earnings per share (EPS) expectations, reporting USD 0.30 when analysts were hoping for USD 0.42, which is a disappointing miss of 28.57 per cent.
On the brighter side, revenue exceeded forecasts, coming in at USD 628.1 million compared to the expected USD 606.18 million, marking a positive difference of 3.62 per cent. The EBITDA stood at USD 74 million, which is just shy of both the guidance and the consensus estimate of USD 78 million, mainly due to rising power costs.
In light of these results, BMO Capital has upped its price target for the company from USD 21.00 to USD 26.00 while keeping an Outperform rating, pointing to the restart of the Mt. Holly plant as a significant driver for future growth. These results really showcase how Century Aluminium is navigating its financial landscape and positioning itself strategically in the aluminium industry.
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