CENX Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

CENX - Century Aluminum Co

PRIMARY PRODUCTION OF ALUMINUM
$61.97
-1.54 (-2.42%) ▼
5d: +28.04%
30d: +15.98%
90d: +58.17%
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MODERATE Confidence
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Analysis Updated: Apr 1, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 06, 2026
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Strength: 7.3/10

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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD - EXTENDED: CENX is 7.9% above fair value ($57.45). Fundamentals are solid but entry is stretched. Hold existing positions; wait for pullback to add new shares.

Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$70.30
Based on -0.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$43.65
Trading above fair value

How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 7.7x Exit PE.

In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: CENX is currently trading at $61.97, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $49.79 to $57.45. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 6.8) compared to its historical average (7.7). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.8% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.

Technical Outlook: Technically, CENX is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $46.35, while resistance sits at $64.20.

Market Sentiment: CENX has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position EXTENDED
Fair Price Range $49.79 - $57.45
Company Quality Score 65/100 (BUY)
Volume Confirmation HIGH
Confidence Score 52.4%

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All Signals

  • BEARISH: Price extended above range (+7.9% above fair value)
  • BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
  • BULLISH: High volume confirmation
  • NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($66.00)

Fair Price Analysis

30-Day Fair Range $49.79 - $57.45
Current vs Fair Value EXTENDED

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $46.35
Resistance Level $64.20
Current Trend Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of Apr 2, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 6.84
Wall Street Target $66.00 (+3.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY) 0.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY) -95.1%
Profit Margin 1.6%
Valuation Discount vs History -3.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical 6.8 vs 7.7 CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY): -3.8% (market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target $61.10 (-4%)
2-Year Target $58.77 (-8%)
3-Year Target $56.54 (-11%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 7→8) $63.68 (+0%)
3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull: (PE: 22.4, Growth: -4.6%) $180.44 (+184%)
Base: (SPY PE: 6.8, Growth: -4.6%) $55.19 (-13%)
Bear: (PE: 5.8, Growth: -4.6%) $46.91 (-26%)
📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings
Forward PE: 6.48 | Forward EPS (Implied): $7.17
Bull Case $56.12 (+21%)
Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 6.8
Base Case $46.48 (0%)
Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 6.5
Bear Case $35.56 (-24%)
Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 5.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
💡 Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 6.8 to 7.7
Stabilization Target: $71.53 (+12.6%)
PE Expansion Potential: +12.6%
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Last updated: April 02, 2026 12:45 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
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Buys
7
Sells
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INSIDERS SELLING
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Jesse E Gary SELL 150000 shares 2026-03-16
Robert F Hoffman SELL 10529 shares 2026-03-11
Robert F Hoffman SELL 10000 shares 2026-03-04

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