Century Aluminum Company (CENX)vsUSA Rare Earth, Inc. (USAR)
CENX
Century Aluminum Company
$50.19
-0.08%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $4.97B
USAR
USA Rare Earth, Inc.
$16.64
+0.24%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CENX leads profitability with a 1.6% profit margin vs 0.0%. CENX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 41/100 (D).
CENX
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
USAR
Avoid22
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-1768.5%
Fair Value
$2.86
Current Price
$50.19
$47.33 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for USAR.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 40.0% year-over-year
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
ROE of 1.6% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 95.1%
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CENX
The strongest argument for CENX centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 40.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.06 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : USAR
USAR has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : CENX
The primary concerns for CENX are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 119.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : USAR
The primary concerns for USAR are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CENX profiles as a hypergrowth stock while USAR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CENX carries more volatility with a beta of 2.12 — expect wider price swings.
CENX is growing revenue faster at 40.0% — sustainability is the question.
CENX generates stronger free cash flow (68M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CENX scores higher overall (41/100 vs 22/100) and 40.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" 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.
USA Rare Earth, Inc.
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
USA Rare Earth, Inc. engages in mining, processing, and supplying rare earths and other critical minerals. The company is headquartered in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
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