Century Aluminum Profit Margin

As of the most recent data (June 2026), CENX shows a profit margin of 21.5%. That compares with 4.94% in the prior-year period — up 335.4% year over year. That is above the Materials sector average of 16.09%. Scroll down for historical charts and peer comparison views.

Compared with the year-ago period, CENX's profit margin is now 21.5% (was 4.94%) — a 335.4% year-over-year increase. Pairing that YoY change with peer averages gives a clearer picture of whether Century Aluminum is outperforming or lagging.

The Materials sector average profit margin is about 16.09%. Century Aluminum is at 21.5%, which is higher that average. That is roughly 33.6% above the sector mean. Use the comparison chart on this page to see how CENX stacks up against individual peers as well.

That compares with 4.94% in the prior-year period — up 335.4% year over year. Improvement over multiple periods is generally more meaningful than a single strong quarter. Compare Century Aluminum with peers to see if the move is company-specific or sector-wide.

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