Century Aluminum (NASDAQ:CENX) Stock

Century Aluminum

Century Aluminum Co produces primary aluminum standard grade and value-added products. The firm operates smelter facilities in the United States and Iceland. The majority of revenue is generated from Glencore, which agreed to purchase nearly all of Century Aluminum's North American production. Century purchases nearly all of its alumina from Glencore. The company produces high purity aluminum, standard-grade aluminum sow and tee bars, and value-added billet and foundry products. Century also owns a carbon anode production facility in the Netherlands.

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Shares of metals stocks are trading lower, pulling back after surging Wednesday following President Trump's tariff pause announcement. The sector has been volatile amid trade war concerns.

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Shares of companies within the broader materials sector are trading lower as markets react to President Trump's announcement of sweeping tariffs.

Robert F Hoffman, SVP at Century Aluminum (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CENX#NASDAQ">CENX</a>), reported an insider sell on March 24, according to a new SEC filing. 
What Happened: Hoffman's decision to sell 5,000 shares of Century Aluminum was revealed in a Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0000949157/000094915725000030//Archives/edgar/data/949157/000094915725000030/0000949157-25-000030-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Monday. The total value of the sale is $101,199.
The latest update on Tuesday morning shows Century Aluminum shares down by 0.79%, trading at $18.76.
<h3>Delving into Century Aluminum's Background</h3>
Century Aluminum Co produces primary aluminum standard grade and value-added products. The firm operates smelter facilities in the United States and Iceland. The majority of revenue is generated from Glencore, which agreed to purchase nearly all of Century Aluminum's North American production. Century purchases nearly all of its alumina from Glencore. The company produces high purity aluminum, standard-grade aluminum sow and tee bars, and value-added billet and foundry products. Century also owns a carbon anode production facility in the Netherlands.
<h3>Financial Insights: Century Aluminum</h3>
Revenue Growth: Century Aluminum displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 23.15%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Materials sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Exploring Profitability:
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Gross Margin: The company issues a cost efficiency warning with a low gross margin of 10.51%, indicating potential difficulties in maintaining profitability compared to its peers.
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Earnings per Share (EPS): Century Aluminum's EPS is below the industry average. The company faced challenges with a current EPS of 0.46. This suggests a potential decline in earnings.
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Debt Management: Century Aluminum's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 0.76, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
Navigating Market Valuation:
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: Century Aluminum's P/E ratio of 5.78 is below the industry average, suggesting the stock may be undervalued.
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: The Price to Sales ratio is 0.84, which is lower than the industry average. This suggests a possible undervaluation based on sales performance.
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EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): Century Aluminum's EV/EBITDA ratio, lower than industry averages at 4.99, indicates attractively priced shares.
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Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
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<h3>The Relevance of Insider Transactions</h3>
It's important to note that insider transactions alone should not dictate investment decisions, but they can provide valuable insights.
Exploring the legal landscape, an "insider" is defined as any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities, as stipulated by Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This encompasses executives in the c-suite and major hedge funds. These insiders are required to report their transactions through a Form 4 filing, which must be submitted within two business days of the transaction.
Highlighted by a company insider's new purchase, there's a positive anticipation for the stock to rise.
But, insider sells may not necessarily indicate a bearish view and can be motivated by various factors.
<h3>Transaction Codes Worth Your Attention</h3>
For <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a>, a primary focus lies on transactions occurring in the open market, as indicated in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 denotes a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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When President Trump announced a 50% tariff on Canadian aluminum and steel imports, it created a cloud of fear and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/03/44269301/trumps-25-tariffs-on-steel-and-aluminum-imports-take-effect-eu-retaliates-us-steel-nucor-century-aluminum-and-other-domestic-stocks-cheer">uncertainty in the markets</a>. 
Stocks dropped as the 25% previously announced tariffs set to be implemented on Wednesday were anticipated to be doubled.
Trump later hinted at reconsideration after Ontario's premier suspended a surcharge on electricity exports. While domestic producers may benefit, higher costs could dent the profits of industries that rely heavily on these materials.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/03/44253100/trump-slaps-50-tariff-on-canadian-steel-aluminum-threatens-auto-industry">Trump Slaps 50% Tariff On Canadian Steel &amp; Aluminum, Threatens Auto Industry</a>
This has presented a good opportunity to look into exchange-traded funds, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">ETFs, that may gain or lose</a>:
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<li>VanEck Steel ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLX#NYSE">SLX</a>): The ETF gained 1.3% on Tuesday. Its U.S. exposure is at 53.78%, with Brazil and Australia following at 14.65% and 10.71%, respectively. SLX has the least exposure to Canada at less than 1%. The ETF carries an expense ratio of 56 basis points. Tariffs on materials imports from Canada bode well for domestic producers. SLX has exposure to United States Steel Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/X#NYSE">X</a>) and Steel Dynamics Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLD#NASDAQ">STLD</a>).</li>
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<li>iShares U.S. Basic Materials ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IYM#NYSE">IYM</a>): This fund appeals to investors seeking a conservative way to gain aluminum exposure. The ETF&#8217;s exposure is spread out to base metals stocks and other materials sectors like chemicals and forestry products. This makes it a less speculative investment. This reduces risks from an aluminum market downturn. The ETF holds stocks of aluminum leaders such as Alcoa (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AA#NYSE">AA</a>) and Reliance Steel &amp; Aluminum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RS#NYSE">RS</a>). Both stand to gain if the tariffs are implemented.</li>
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<li>The Invesco Building &amp; Construction ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PKB#NYSE">PKB</a>): One of the outcomes of the 50% (or even 25%) tariffs on steel and aluminum imported from Canada is that it will drive up materials prices in the U.S. Higher steel prices may weigh on the construction sector. This fund could face profitability issues as steel is a key raw material in the industry it is exposed to.</li>
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<li>The Invesco Food &amp; Beverage ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PBJ#NYSE">PBJ</a>): This fund could see headwinds as higher aluminum costs may pressure the food and beverage bottling industry as well. Companies like Diageo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DEO#NYSE">DEO</a>), Coca-Cola (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KO#NYSE">KO</a>), and PepsiCo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEP#NASDAQ">PEP</a>) likely to face increased costs.</li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">U.S. Steel Industry Backs The Move</h2>
Despite the market jitters, U.S. steel manufacturers are largely in favor of the tariffs. In a <a href="https://www.steel.org/2025/03/five-steel-groups-pledge-support-for-steel-tariffs-applaud-actions/">letter </a>to the president, five steel industry executives, represented by American Iron and Steel Institute, expressed their strong support for the 25% tariffs. Moreover,&nbsp;Jesse Gary, the CEO of&nbsp;Century Aluminum&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CENX#NASDAQ">CENX</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/03/44269301/trumps-25-tariffs-on-steel-and-aluminum-imports-take-effect-eu-retaliates-us-steel-nucor-century-aluminum-and-other-domestic-stocks-cheer">told the New York Times</a>, &#8220;The new tariffs will close those loopholes back up and enable us to begin investing again, and bring on more production here in the U.S.&#8221;
While steel producers in the U.S. are supportive, the aluminum industry has shown a mixed reaction. Alcoa CEO William Oplinger <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/alcoa-s-ceo-says-trump-tariffs-could-wipe-out-100-000-u-s-jobs-11686292">voiced </a>concerns that tariffs could hurt the U.S. aluminum sector due to the company's strong ties to Canadian operations.
The impact of tariffs will likely trickle down to consumers as well. Domestic steel prices have already surged from around $700 to nearly $1,000 per ton since Trump's initial announcement in February. A Bloomberg <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-03-11/trump-s-metal-tariffs-set-to-hit-favorites-like-baseball-bats-and-fishing-reels">report </a> said that higher costs could affect a range of products, from aluminum baseball bats to stainless steel cookware and fishing reels.
Investors should keep an eye on ETFs exposed to these sectors, as they may see significant movement in the coming weeks. Whether Trump follows through with the full 50% tariff or retreats from the threat, the ripple effects will be felt across multiple industries and investment tools.
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Steel & Aluminum Import Tariff Threat: 4 ETFs Gaining & Losing In The Market Shake-Up

Shares of steel and aluminum stocks are trading higher amid US steel and aluminum tariffs.

The&nbsp;25% tariffs on steel and&nbsp;aluminum imports imposed by U.S. President&nbsp;Donald Trump&nbsp;have now taken effect, triggering a swift retaliation from the European Union.
What Happened: The tariffs were enforced on Wednesday, impacting several countries including Canada, Australia, and the EU. The White House issued confirmation about the duties late Tuesday but also revealed that Trump had abandoned plans to increase tariffs on Canadian metals to 50%, <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2025/03/12/trumps-25percent-tariffs-on-steel-and-aluminum-imports-take-effect.html">reported</a> CNBC.
In response, the European Union announced counter-tariffs on $28.33 billion&nbsp;worth of U.S. goods beginning in April. The European Commission stated that these measures aim&nbsp;to &#8220;protect European businesses, workers&nbsp;and consumers from the impact&nbsp;of these unjustified trade restrictions.&#8221;
Meanwhile, Australian Prime Minister&nbsp;Anthony Albanese&nbsp;criticized Trump&#8217;s move as &#8220;entirely unjustified,&#8221; adding that Australia will refrain from imposing reciprocal tariffs on U.S. imports to prevent price inflation for Australian consumers.
SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/03/44268979/melania-trumps-official-memecoin-worth-over-13-billion-barely-two-months-ago-is-now-valued-at-367-million">Melania Trump&#8217;s Official Memecoin, Worth Over $13 Billion Barely Two Months Ago, Is Now Valued At $367 Million</a>
Why It Matters: This development marks another chapter in the ongoing trade war, characterized by Trump&#8217;s bold tariff promises and subsequent reversals. The trade tensions have recently rattled markets, amid intensifying concerns that the tariffs could edge the world&#8217;s largest economy towards a recession.
Furthermore, Trump&#8217;s decision to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44267277/trump-scraps-50-tariff-hike-on-canadian-steel-aluminum-after-ontario-backs-down">scrap plans to hike </a>tariffs on Canadian metals to 50% came after Ontario paused&nbsp;a 25% tax on electricity&nbsp;exports to the U.S. This indicates a complex and rapidly evolving situation, with decisions being made and reversed in quick succession, adding to the uncertainty in global markets.
That being said, some of the domestic industry bodies hail the President&#8217;s move. American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI), representing U.S. steelmakers, supported the tariffs, stating they would generate jobs and strengthen domestic steel production, reported BBC. Furthermore, Jesse Gary, the CEO of Century Aluminum told the New York Times, "The new tariffs will close those loopholes back up and enable us to begin investing again, and bring on more production here in the U.S."
On the flipside, Bill Reinsch, a former Commerce Department official told BBC, &#8220;It protects [the steel and aluminium] industries but hurts downstream users of their products by making them more expensive.&#8221; 
The shares of domestic steelmakers, United States Steel Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/X#NYSE">X</a>) and Nucor Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NUE#NYSE">NUE</a>) climbed more than 13% year to date, as per<a href="http://pro.benzinga.com"> Benzinga Pro.</a> Meanwhile, Aluminum stocks Alcoa Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AA#NYSE">AA</a>) and Century Aluminum Co. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CENX#NASDAQ">CENX</a>) closed the last session with gains of 3% and 9%, respectively.
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Trump's 25% Tariffs On Steel And Aluminum Imports Take Effect, EU Retaliates: US Steel, Nucor, Century Aluminum And Other Domestic Stocks Cheer

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Shares of steel and aluminum stocks are trading higher after President Trump instructed the Secretary of Commerce to add additional tariffs on steel and aluminum coming into the US from Canada.

Shares of companies within the broader materials sector are trading lower amid economic worries driven by tariffs and trade policies. Investors may be expecting a decline in investment, which may also be weighing on the industry.

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Century Aluminum Company (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CENX#NASDAQ">CENX</a>) shares are trading higher on Monday after BMO Capital analyst Katja Jancic upgraded the stock from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/aluminum">Market Perform to Outperform</a>.
Jancic maintains <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CENX/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">a price target from $22 to $22</a>.
The analyst writes that Century's valuation has become attractive following the recent sell-off. CENX shares are currently trading at 5.6x/5.3x our 2025E/2026E EBITDA based on aluminum/MWP prices of $1.15/lb/$0.30/lb.
At these levels, the analyst estimates EBITDA of $450 million to $500 million, implying a spot valuation under 4.0x.
Jancic says that the company is actively reviewing options for its idled smelter, with high interest in the asset.
The company may either sell or restart the smelter. This could generate $200-250 million in EBITDA at current spot prices, adds the analyst.
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The company may benefit from the increased 25% aluminum tariffs, which will take effect on March 12, Jancic says.
Currently, U.S. domestic primary aluminum supply meets only around 20% of consumption needs, meaning the reliance on imported material is expected to drive up the Midwest Aluminum Premium (MWP), which has already risen to ~$0.40/lb, from the low 20s in January, adds the analyst.
Jancic writes that if this trend continues, it could add approximately $70 million, or more than 20%, to their 2025 EBITDA estimate.
Additionally, there is potential for the MWP to increase to the $0.45-0.50/lb range as tariffs fully take effect, offering further upside, adds the analyst.
Price Action: CENX shares are up 9.32% at $19.00&nbsp;at the last check Monday.
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Century Aluminum Stock Soars On Analyst Upgrade And Smelter Restart Potential

Century Aluminum shares are trading higher after BMO Capital upgraded its stock rating from market perform to outperform.

BMO Capital analyst Katja Jancic upgrades Century Aluminum (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CENX#NASDAQ">CENX</a>) from Market Perform to Outperform and maintains the price target from $22 to $22.

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BMO Capital Upgrades Century Aluminum to Outperform, Maintains Price Target to $22

Century Aluminum shares are trading lower. The company reported Q4 financial results.

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Century Aluminum Expects Q1 Adjusted EBITDA To Range $75M - $85M

Century Aluminum (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CENX#NASDAQ">CENX</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.49 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.45 by 8.89 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $631.00 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $515.27 million by 22.46 percent. This is a 23.17 percent increase over sales of $512.30 million the same period last year.

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Century Aluminum Q4 2024 Adj EPS $0.49 Beats $0.45 Estimate, Sales $631.00M Beat $515.27M Estimate

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Benzinga examined the prospects for <a href="http://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas">many investors&#8217; favorite stocks</a> over the last week — here&#8217;s a look at some of our top stories.
The S&amp;P 500 rose about 1.5% this week, while the Dow gained 0.6% and the Nasdaq climbed 2.6%. Inflation remains a concern, but Wall Street stayed resilient as optimism grew around Ukraine peace talks and President Donald Trump's tariff proposal, which appeared less severe than initially expected. 
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Fed Chair Jerome Powell signaled no urgency to cut interest rates, prompting investors to push back expectations for the first rate cut to December, with some economists even suggesting a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/02/43748007/inflation-spikes-in-january-wall-street-rallies-on-ukraine-peace-talks-delayed-tariffs-this-week-in-the-markets">hike could be on the table.</a>
Benzinga provides daily reports on the stocks most popular with investors. Here are a few of this past week&#8217;s most bullish and bearish posts that are worth another look.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The Bulls</h3>
&#8220;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/02/43592144/us-steel-aluminum-stocks-rally-as-trump-revives-25-tariff-plan">US Steel, Aluminum Stocks Rally As Trump Revives 25% Tariff Plan</a>,&#8221; by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/author/piero-cingari">Piero Cingari</a>, reports that steel and aluminum stocks surged after Trump announced plans to reintroduce 25% tariffs on imported metals. Shares of Alcoa Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AA#NYSE">AA</a>), Century Aluminum Co. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CENX#NASDAQ">CENX</a>), Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLF#NYSE">CLF</a>), and United States Steel Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/X#NYSE">X</a>) jumped.
&#8220;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43700767/netflix-stock-attractive-at-all-time-highs-for-analyst-virtuous-circle-of-strong-subscriber-growth-more-revenue-and-growing-profit">Netflix Stock Attractive At All-Time Highs For Analyst: &#8216;Virtuous Circle Of Strong Subscriber Growth, More Revenue, And Growing Profit&#8217;</a>,&#8221; by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/author/chris-katje">Chris Katje</a>, highlights a JPMorgan analyst reiterating an Overweight rating on Netflix Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>) with a $1,150 price target, citing strong subscriber growth, higher engagement, and price hikes expected to boost 2025 revenue by $2 billion in the U.S. and $370 million in the UK.
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For additional bullish calls of the past week, check out the following:
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Century Aluminum's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CENX#NYSE">CENX</a>) short percent of float has fallen 12.72% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 4.30 million shares sold short, which is 10.22% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.81 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Century Aluminum Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1739376913_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Century Aluminum has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Century Aluminum's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Century Aluminum's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 5.36%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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