Century Aluminum Company (CENX)vsKaiser Aluminum Corporation (KALU)
CENX
Century Aluminum Company
$51.23
+11.49%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $4.43B
KALU
Kaiser Aluminum Corporation
$184.75
+8.05%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kaiser Aluminum Corporation generates 63% more annual revenue ($4.14B vs $2.54B). CENX leads profitability with a 13.7% profit margin vs 5.5%. CENX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.06. KALU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
CENX
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
KALU
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-83.7%
Fair Value
$29.09
Current Price
$51.23
$22.14 premium
Margin of Safety
+15.4%
Fair Value
$171.07
Current Price
$184.75
$13.68 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Earnings expanding 1010.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 52.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 305.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
2.4% revenue growth
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
5.5% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CENX
The strongest argument for CENX centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.06 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : KALU
The strongest argument for KALU centers on P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 52.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.17 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CENX
The primary concerns for CENX are Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : KALU
The primary concerns for KALU are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CENX profiles as a value stock while KALU is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CENX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.97 — expect wider price swings.
KALU is growing revenue faster at 52.7% — sustainability is the question.
KALU generates stronger free cash flow (35M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KALU scores higher overall (79/100 vs 70/100) and 52.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Century Aluminum Company
BASIC MATERIALS · ALUMINUM · USA
Century Aluminum Company produces standard quality and value-added primary aluminum products in the United States and Iceland. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
Kaiser Aluminum Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · ALUMINUM · USA
Kaiser Aluminum Corporation manufactures and sells specialty semi-finished aluminum mill products. The company is headquartered in Foothill Ranch, California.
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