$CENX

President Donald Trump announced more than $2 billion in mining and mineral-supply-chain deals at the U.S. State Department, plus additional funding for battery and materials projects. He cited Pentagon plans for $1.4 billion for a California battery maker and $400 million for an Australian scandium mine, alongside $150 million and $85 million for other firms. Officials said the goal is reducing U.S. reliance on China for critical minerals.

Reuters reports President Trump will host mining CEOs at the State Department to support U.S. and allied critical-mineral supply chains. CBS News says the administration expects to announce over $180 million in grants for mining education and training. Attendees include executives from Resolution Copper (Rio Tinto, BHP), MP Materials, and Century Aluminum, among others.

CENTURY ALUMINUM CO (CENX) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Results of Operations and Financial Condition. EX-99.1 2 a20260630q2ex991earningsre.htm EX-99.1 Document Exhibit 99.1 Century Aluminum Company Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results Chicago, August 6, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Century Aluminum Company (NASDAQ: CENX) today announced its second quarter 2026 results. Second Quarter

President Trump modified Section 232 aluminum tariffs on July 20, 2026, cutting primary aluminum duties from 50% to 25% for firms with approved onshoring plans that begin construction by Jan. 20, 2029. Century Aluminum (CENX) plans a $4 billion Oklahoma smelter and forecasted Q2 EBITDA of $315m to $335m. Alcoa (AA) reported record $4b Q2 revenue and adjusted aluminum EBITDA of $1.1b.

CENTURY ALUMINUM CO (CENX) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders. cenx-20260615 0000949157 false 0000949157 2026-06-15 2026-06-15 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported):

Century Aluminum said it expects tighter U.S. and European aluminum markets, plus existing trade protections and tariffs, to support higher regional premiums and pricing, citing its production footprint. The company’s main growth plan is a planned Oklahoma smelter, described as the first new U.S. smelter in over 50 years and potentially doubling domestic capacity. The project has Oklahoma backing and a $500 million DOE grant, with financing talks ongoing.

Century Aluminum (NASDAQ: CENX) said CEO Jesse Gary will present and take part in a Q&A at the Wells Fargo Industrials and Materials Conference on June 9, 2026, starting about 1:30 p.m. CDT. A real-time audio webcast will be available on the company’s Investors website, according to the press release.

Century Aluminum has begun reactivating the second potline at its Grundartangi smelter in Iceland ahead of schedule after transformers were repaired. This line accounts for two-thirds of the plant's total capacity, with full production expected by the end of July. The company also plans to install permanent replacement transformers this fall to ensure continued operation.

BlackRock, Inc. has filed an amended Schedule 13G/A, disclosing a passive 8.2% stake in Century Co (NYSE: CENX). The filing indicates that BlackRock beneficially owns 8,136,119 shares of common stock, with sole voting power over 8,044,315 shares and sole dispositive power over all 8,136,119 shares. This amendment, signed on April 24, 2026, details institutional ownership and clarifies reporting units in accordance with SEC regulations.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. significantly increased its stake in Century Aluminum Company (CENX) by 188.5% in the third quarter, now holding 424,252 shares valued at approximately $12.46 million. This increase occurred despite heavy insider selling, with CEO Jesse E. Gary and other insiders divesting over $20 million worth of shares in the last 90 days. Research sentiment for CENX remains broadly positive, with an average "Buy" rating and a consensus target price of $57.00.