CENTRAL SECURITIES CORP (CET) Stock
CET has an Alpha Score of 67 out of 100 (moderate), computed on Nov 3, 2026 from 3 of 4 sub-scores. 1 of the hedge funds AlphaScala tracks reported CET in 13F filings for the quarter ended Jun 30, 2026; the largest reported position is Citadel's at $261.9K. Company insiders reported 1 open-market buy and 0 sales on SEC Form 4 in the 90 days to Nov 4, 2026. Its trailing P/E ratio is 7.4 (key statistics as of Oct 27, 2026).
What is CET's Alpha Score?
How it works →Alpha Score of 67 reflects moderate overall profile with moderate momentum, strong value, moderate quality. Based on 3 of 4 signals – score is capped at 90 until remaining data ingests.
Computed from 3 of 4 sub-scores; a sub-score is left out when its inputs are missing, and the composite is capped accordingly.
Computed Nov 3, 2026
A rules-based research rating, not a recommendation to buy or sell.
Which hedge funds own CET?
From 13F filings| Fund | Shares Held | Position Value | Change vs prior Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citadel Ken Griffin | 5K | $261.9K | NEW |
13F holdings as of Jun 30, 2026
Explore all tracked funds →Are CENTRAL SECURITIES CORP insiders buying or selling?
SEC Form 4 filings| Date | Insider | Role | Type | Shares | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 26 | Hill John C | CEO & President | BUY | 500 | $28K |
SEC Form 4 filings as of Nov 4, 2026
See cluster-buy signals across all tickers →What are CET's key statistics?
Key statistics as of Oct 27, 2026
How does CET's valuation compare with the Financials sector?
| Metric | CET | Financials median | Companies in median |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E ratio | 7.4 | 12.9 | 219 |
| Return on equity | 17.50% | 12.39% | 230 |
Medians over the Financials stocks whose key statistics were refreshed in the last 35 days (newest Nov 6, 2026). P/E excludes loss-making companies.
CET price chart
Powered by TradingViewWhat does CENTRAL SECURITIES CORP do?
Central Securities Corporation is a non-diversified, closed-end management investment company that primarily focuses on investing in U.S. publicly traded equity and fixed income securities. Its primary function is to maximize the total return to shareholders through a combination of capital appreciation and current income. Established in 1929, Central Securities Corporation has a long-standing presence in the financial market, known for its stability and disciplined investment approach. It primarily impacts the sectors like finance, industrials, and technology by selecting a focused portfolio of high-quality securities and occasionally employing a value-oriented investment strategy. This corporation plays a significant role in providing investors with exposure to a concentrated basket of securities while offering the benefits of professional management and diversification, although within its specific mandate. Its significance in the investment landscape is enhanced by its objective to distribute a high level of net investment income and capital gains, which appeals to income-seeking investors. Centrally managing a limited number of portfolio positions, the corporation provides transparent and shareholder-friendly governance.