Century Aluminum's stock surged 8.32% in 24-hour trading, leading a rally among aluminum producers.

The sharp increase coincided with a significant rise in London Metal Exchange (LME) aluminum prices, which climbed approximately 6% following reports of Iran striking plants in the Middle East. This geopolitical event has sparked immediate concerns over potential supply disruptions, boosting prices for the base metal and, in turn, shares of companies like Century Aluminum.

The movement highlights how sensitive commodity-linked stocks are to sudden geopolitical developments that affect underlying raw material prices and global supply chains.