Century Aluminum Company Dividends | Yield & Payout

For Century Aluminum Company (CENX), the latest fiscal-year data shows a dividend yield of 2.98% and a payout ratio of -24.67%. Together, these metrics help you judge how much earnings are returned as dividends and whether the payout looks supported. Review the FY summary and payout history tables below to see the trend over time.

Dividend Performance Chart

Dividend Summary (FY)

7 years
Metric (FY)2002200120001999199819971996
Dividends per share (FY)$0.15$0.20$0.20$0.20$0.20$0.20$0.15
Dividend yield (FY) %2.98%2.23%1.81%1.33%2.13%1.35%0.83%
Payout ratio (FY) %-24.67%-41.86%16.48%105.13%22.35%363.64%18.18%

Dividend Payout History

26 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2002-09-30September 18, 022002-09-20$0.05
2002-06-28June 12, 022002-06-14$0.05
2002-03-29March 13, 022002-03-15$0.05
2001-12-28December 12, 012001-12-14$0.05
2001-09-28September 12, 012001-09-14$0.05
2001-06-29June 13, 012001-06-15$0.05
2001-03-30March 14, 012001-03-16$0.05
2000-12-29December 13, 002000-12-15$0.05
2000-09-30September 13, 002000-09-15$0.05
2000-06-30June 13, 002000-06-15$0.05
2000-03-31March 16, 002000-03-20$0.05
1999-12-31December 21, 991999-12-23$0.05
1999-09-30September 13, 991999-09-15$0.05
1999-06-30June 11, 991999-06-15$0.05
1999-03-31March 11, 991999-03-15$0.05
1998-12-30December 14, 981998-12-16$0.05
1998-09-30September 14, 981998-09-16$0.05
1998-07-07June 26, 981998-06-30$0.05
1998-03-31March 13, 981998-03-17$0.05
1997-12-30December 12, 971997-12-16$0.05
1997-09-30September 12, 971997-09-16$0.05
1997-06-30June 12, 971997-06-16$0.05
1997-04-07March 26, 971997-03-31$0.05
1996-12-30December 12, 961996-12-16$0.05
1996-09-30September 16, 961996-09-16$0.05
N/AJune 12, 96N/A$0.05

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Century Aluminum Company's current dividend yield and payout ratio?

The dividend yield shows how much Century Aluminum Company returns to shareholders relative to its stock price, while the payout ratio indicates how much of its earnings are distributed. Monitoring these metrics helps investors evaluate whether the dividend is sustainable and supported by earnings or cash flow.

How has Century Aluminum Company's dividend changed over the last 5 years?

By reviewing the historical dividend payouts for Century Aluminum Company, investors can identify trends in growth or cuts. Consistent or rising dividends over time often signal financial stability, while decreasing dividends may indicate potential risks or shifts in business strategy. Use the FY summary and payout history tables to track changes across multiple years.

Is Century Aluminum Company a high-yield stock compared to its industry peers?

Comparing Century Aluminum Company's dividend yield with similar companies in the same sector helps gauge relative attractiveness. A higher yield can be appealing for income-focused investors, but it's important to assess sustainability alongside profitability and balance-sheet strength. Use the related peers section to benchmark dividend yield and payout characteristics.

Can Century Aluminum Company maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing Century Aluminum Company's liquidity, cash flow, and debt levels provides insight into whether it can sustain dividend payments during economic volatility. Stocks with strong financial health are more likely to maintain consistent dividends even when markets fluctuate. Pair dividend metrics with the FY payout ratio and the multi-year history tables for context.

Should I consider Century Aluminum Company dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include Century Aluminum Company dividends in a long-term portfolio to generate passive income. Assessing dividend yield, payout ratio, growth history, and financial stability helps determine whether the company fits an income-focused or total-return investment strategy. Review the dividend summary and payout history tables to validate consistency over time.