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Central Securities(NYSEMKT) CET

Market Cap$1.61BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (1973)+66,002%
5 Year+62%
1 Year+15%
1 Month+2%
$54.95
+0.66%
+0.36Today
After hours$54.45-$0.50 (-0.91%)
Central Securities last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 54.382026-08-31
Central Securities stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-0.75%USD 54.792026-08-24
1 month+1.76%USD 53.442026-07-31
3 month+2.78%USD 52.912026-06-02
Year to date+7.87%USD 50.412025-12-31
1 year+14.95%USD 47.312025-08-29
3 year+72.03%USD 31.612023-09-01
5 year+62.49%USD 33.472021-09-01
Since inception+66,001.74%USD 0.081973-01-02

Central Securities Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$1.61BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

$195.42M

Net Income (TTM)

$431.33M

EPS (TTM)

$7.45

P/E Ratio

7.30

Dividend

$2.76

Beta (Volatility)

0.68 (Low)

Price

$54.95

Volume

26,158

Open

$54.68

Previous Close

$54.38

Daily Range

$54.38 - $55.11

52-Week Range

$47.82 - $55.99

Estimated Earnings Date

Feb 10, 2026

CET News

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About Central Securities

Central Securities Corp. is a publicly traded investment management firm that primarily allocates capital within the U.S. public stock markets. Established in 1929, the company diversifies its portfolio by investing in various assets, including bonds, warrants, options, and real estate.

Products and Services
  • Investment management focused on U.S. public stock markets
  • Diverse asset allocation including bonds and real estate
  • Short-term debt instruments from governmental and corporate entities
Growth Outlook
  • Recent quarterly revenue reached $77.2 million, indicating strong performance
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) net income margin stands at 73.2%
  • Consistent dividend yield of 5.05% reflects commitment to shareholder returns
Financial Highlights
  • Latest quarterly net income reported at $56.5 million
  • TTM revenue of $172.5 million showcases robust financial health
  • Price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 7.34 suggests potential undervaluation
Central Securities Corp. operates in the asset management industry, leveraging its extensive experience to navigate the complexities of investment opportunities. The company's focus on diverse asset classes allows for a balanced approach to risk and return, appealing to a wide range of investors. Recent financial performance highlights a significant increase in revenue and net income, underscoring the firm's effective management strategies. The consistent dividend yield further enhances its attractiveness to income-focused investors. With a solid foundation and a strategic growth outlook, Central Securities Corp. presents a compelling option for those interested in the asset management sector.
AI Generated • Aug 20, 2026

Industry

Capital Markets

CEO

John C. Hill

Headquarters

New York City, NY 10111-0100, US

CET Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

94.83%

Operating Margin

188.50%

Net Income Margin

188.50%

Return on Equity

11.99%

Return on Capital

14.81%

Return on Assets

11.81%

Earnings Yield

13.70%

Dividend Yield

5.08%

Payout Ratio

22.22%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$1.61BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

29.55M

Volume

26.16K

Avg. Volume

34.82K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

$183.85M

Operating Income

$431.33M

EBITDA

$431.72M

Operating Cash Flow

$54.57M

Capital Expenditure

-$20.54K

Free Cash Flow

$54.55M

Cash & ST Invst.

$86.99M

Total Debt

$2.59M

Central Securities Performance Analysis

Central Securities annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD 73,519,490-29.4%
20232023-12-31USD 57,367,197-22.0%
20242024-12-31USD 73,728,85428.5%
20252025-12-31USD 86,950,79117.9%
Central Securities sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-12-31-26.4%
Q22025-06-3056.5%
Q42025-12-31-22.2%
Q22026-06-30102.9%
Central Securities annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD -5.81N/A
20232023-12-31USD 7.88N/A
20242024-12-31USD 9.9526.3%
20252025-12-31USD 9.15-8.1%
Central Securities sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-12-31-39.6%
Q22025-06-30-4.7%
Q42025-12-3153.5%
Q22026-06-30-65.5%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

$77.22M

+81.8%

Gross Profit

$74.34M

+85.9%

Gross Margin

96.28%

N/A

Market Cap

$1.61BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

$267.82M

N/A

Employees

6

N/A

Net Income

$56.54M

-68.3%

EBITDA

$56.63M

-68.3%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

$86.99M

-7.3%

Total Debt

$2.59M

-16.5%

Accounts Receivable

$814.41K

+21.0%

Inventory

$0.00

N/A

Long Term Debt

$2.59M

-58.2%

Short Term Debt

$0.00

N/A

Return on Assets

11.81%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

11.81%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

$25.54M

+126.6%

Operating Cash Flow

$25.54M

+126.3%

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Questions About CET

What is the current price of Central Securities?

Central Securities is trading at $54.38 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Central Securities?

Over the past 52 weeks, Central Securities has traded between $47.82 and $55.99.

How much debt does Central Securities have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Central Securities reported total debt of $2.73M.

How much cash does Central Securities have on hand?

Central Securities reported $49.91K in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Central Securities’s dividend yield?

Central Securities currently has a dividend yield of 5.08%.

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