Southern Copper Corporation SCCO
- Market cap
- $170.4B
- P/E
- 29.8×
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Free account| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | |
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| 20.14 | 30.00 | 27.48 | 27.11 | 21.90 | 51.33 | 39.64 | 56.89 | 72.09 | 70.71 |
Analyst estimates 2026–2028 Powerpack |
Low Price
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| 32.72 | 44.79 | 54.29 | 40.54 | 61.59 | 77.84 | 74.13 | 82.61 | 121.29 | 147.71 |
High Price
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| 13,414 | 13,140 | 13,899 | 14,301 | 13,777 | 14,700 | 15,018 | 15,810 | 16,133 | 16,617 |
Employees
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| 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Revenue/Emp
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| 5,380 | 6,655 | 7,097 | 7,286 | 7,985 | 10,934 | 10,048 | 9,896 | 11,433 | 13,420 |
Revenue
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| 43.60% | 51.12% | 51.96% | 50.50% | 50.78% | 64.38% | 53.73% | 52.63% | 57.66% | 60.07% |
Gross Margin
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| 1,256 | 2,303 | 2,589 | 2,427 | 2,746 | 5,697 | 4,248 | 3,956 | 5,357 | 6,784 |
EBT
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| 23.35% | 34.60% | 36.49% | 33.31% | 34.39% | 52.10% | 42.28% | 39.97% | 46.86% | 50.55% |
EBT Margin
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| 779 | 732 | 1,548 | 1,492 | 1,578 | 3,411 | 2,648 | 2,435 | 3,389 | 4,348 |
Net Income
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| 647 | 671 | 674 | 764 | 776 | 806 | 796 | 834 | 846 | 868 |
Depreciation
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| 6.88 | 8.52 | 9.09 | 9.33 | 10.22 | 14.00 | 13.00 | 12.44 | 14.24 | 16.24 |
Revenue/Sh
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| 0.99 | 0.93 | 1.98 | 1.90 | 2.01 | 4.34 | 3.37 | 3.11 | 4.33 | 5.24 |
Earnings/Sh
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| 1.18 | 2.53 | 2.86 | 2.45 | 3.56 | 5.50 | 3.63 | 4.49 | 5.51 | 5.75 |
Cash Flow/Sh
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| (1.43) | (1.31) | (1.44) | (0.91) | (0.76) | (1.14) | (1.23) | (1.27) | (1.28) | (1.60) |
Capex/Sh
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| (0.25) | 1.22 | 1.43 | 1.54 | 2.81 | 4.35 | 2.40 | 3.22 | 4.23 | 4.15 |
Free CF/Sh
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| 7.51 | 7.87 | 8.47 | 8.78 | 9.31 | 10.51 | 10.54 | 9.41 | 11.51 | 13.43 |
Book Value/Sh
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| 782 | 781 | 781 | 781 | 781 | 781 | 773 | 795 | 803 | 827 |
Shares
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| 30.28 | 48.61 | 14.53 | 20.89 | 30.29 | 13.24 | 17.02 | 25.46 | 19.93 | 26.17 |
PE Ratio
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| 4.40 | 5.36 | 3.17 | 4.26 | 5.95 | 4.12 | 4.43 | 6.36 | 6.05 | 8.58 |
PS Ratio
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| 4.03 | 5.80 | 3.40 | 4.52 | 6.53 | 5.49 | 5.47 | 8.41 | 7.48 | 10.37 |
PB Ratio
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| 5.43 | 6.13 | 3.88 | 4.93 | 6.46 | 4.40 | 4.83 | 6.82 | 6.29 | 8.75 |
EV/Sales
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| (149.47) | 42.80 | 24.75 | 29.85 | 23.53 | 14.15 | 26.20 | 26.32 | 21.18 | 34.27 |
EV/FCF
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| 923 | 1,977 | 2,235 | 1,912 | 2,784 | 4,292 | 2,803 | 3,573 | 4,422 | 4,752 |
Op' Cash Flow
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| (1,118) | (1,023) | (1,121) | (707) | (592) | (892) | (948) | (1,009) | (1,027) | (1,325) |
Capex
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| (195) | 953 | 1,114 | 1,204 | 2,191 | 3,400 | 1,854 | 2,565 | 3,394 | 3,427 |
FCF
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| 1,567 | 2,002 | 1,964 | 2,708 | 3,430 | 3,890 | 3,952 | 3,041 | 3,926 | 6,207 |
Working Cap'
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| 5,954 | 5,957 | 5,960 | 6,941 | 6,615 | 6,548 | 6,328 | 6,255 | 6,258 | 6,751 |
Total Debt
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| 5,353 | 4,902 | 4,902 | 4,935 | 4,021 | 3,059 | 4,050 | 4,504 | 2,755 | 1,842 |
Net Debt
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| 5,871 | 6,149 | 6,613 | 6,858 | 7,276 | 8,208 | 8,147 | 7,481 | 9,238 | 11,105 |
Sh' Equity
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| 6.01% | 5.39% | 10.99% | 9.68% | 9.42% | 19.28% | 14.83% | 14.26% | 19.06% | 21.62% |
ROA
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| 8.71% | 14.81% | 15.64% | 14.59% | 17.27% | 33.65% | 22.73% | 21.86% | 28.95% | 33.80% |
ROIC
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| 13.90% | 12.12% | 24.18% | 22.06% | 22.22% | 43.88% | 32.27% | 31.04% | 40.39% | 42.62% |
ROE
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Southern Copper Corporation peers in Copper
| Company | Market cap | P/E | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| FCX Freeport-McMoRan Inc. | $104.1B | 35.6× | Compare |
| HBM HudBay Minerals Inc | $11.6B | 15.7× | Compare |
| ERO Ero Copper Corp. | $3.7B | 13.5× | Compare |
| IE Ivanhoe Electric Inc. | $1.6B | 0.0× | Compare |
Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO) key facts
- Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO) is a Copper company in the Basic Materials sector, listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
- Southern Copper Corporation’s revenue for fiscal 2025 (year ended December 2025) was $13.4 billion, up 17.4% from fiscal 2024.
- Net income was $4.3 billion, or $5.24 per share (basic), a net margin of 32.3%.
- As of September 25, 2026, SCCO traded at $203.92, a market capitalization of $170.4 billion.
- At that price the stock trades at 29.8× trailing-twelve-month earnings and 10.7× sales.
- Southern Copper Corporation pays an annual dividend of $4.00 per share, a yield of 3.78%, with a payout ratio of 90.3%.
- Return on equity was 42.6% and debt-to-equity 0.63.
Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO) Latest News
26 Sep
Southern Copper has delivered a powerful multi-year run, now priced near highs as investors weigh whether earnings justify the premium. The stock’s five-year return stands around 378%, but current valuation sits at about 30.4x trailing earnings versus ~24.2x for direct peers and ~20.9x for the broader mining group, implying the market has priced in unusually strong earnings. Analysts’ forward views from Simply Wall St sketch two scenarios: a bull case that sees about 14% undervalued due to regionalization and favorable trade conditions for North and Latin American miners, and a bear case that sees roughly 22% overvaluation if macro demand weakens amid US–China tensions. The piece emphasizes earnings quality and durability in determining whether today’s price can be justified and notes caveats about using forecasts. No financial advice given. Valuation appears stretched relative to earnings power, with SCCO trading higher than peers, suggesting a moderate impact on sentiment and pricing.
Southern Copper Corp. has seen rising analyst earnings estimates for the current quarter and fiscal year, reinforcing a near-term profitability narrative anchored in cost discipline and large-scale Latin American projects. Zacks ranks SCCO at 3 (Hold). Upgrades come as the board approved a $1.10 per-share quarterly dividend in July, signaling strong cash generation even as the company sustains heavy capital spending and faces operational and community risks that could dent volume and margins. Management’s projections push revenue to about $18.1 billion and earnings to $6.9 billion by 2029, implying roughly 4.7% yearly revenue growth and a $1.2 billion earnings uplift from today. Fair-value estimates vary, with some analyses suggesting the stock could be worth more than current prices, while others see meaningful downside. Tariff uncertainty and cost inflation remain key risks that could offset earnings gains. Near-term upgrades bolster sentiment and cash returns, but long-term risks and heavy capex temper upside.
24 Sep
Southern Copper (SCCO) has drawn attention from Zacks.com visitors as earnings-revision momentum rises. The stock underperformed the market last month (-5.5% vs. S&P 500 +1.3%), with its Mining - Non Ferrous peers down 3.9%. For the current quarter SCCO is expected to earn $2.00 per share, up 48.2% year over year, while the full-year consensus is $7.83 per share (up 49.4% YoY). Next year, the consensus falls to $7.42 (down 5.2% YoY). Revenue forecasts show $4.36B this quarter (+29.1% YoY) and $17.36B for the year, then $16.17B next year (-6.9%). Last quarter delivered $4.29B and $2.01 EPS with a revenue miss of -1.89% but EPS beat of +2.03%. Valuation marks SCCO as trading at a peer premium and the Zacks Rank remains #3 (Hold), signaling near-term returns may align with the broader market. Positive revisions suggest near-term upside potential, but a Hold rating indicates limited upside and a balanced risk–reward outlook.
21 Sep
Southern Copper (SCCO) closed at $198.06, up 1.21% after lagging the S&P 500’s 1.49% gain and Nasdaq’s 2.26%. Earlier, the stock had declined about 9.4%, underperforming the Basic Materials sector. The upcoming earnings show EPS of $2, a 48% YoY gain, and revenue of $4.36 billion, up 29%. For the year, the Zacks Consensus calls EPS at $7.83 and revenue at $17.36 billion (+49% and +29%). On valuations, SCCO trades at a forward P/E of 24.99, slightly below the industry 25.17, and a PEG of 1.75 vs. 0.94 for peers. The Mining - Non Ferrous group sits at Industry Rank 211. The piece notes analyst estimate revisions and assigns SCCO a Zacks Rank #3 Hold. Strong projected earnings and revenue growth could uplift SCCO, but a high PEG, below-industry rank, and Hold rating temper upside.
8 Sep
Southern Copper Corporation shares have gained 109 percent over the past year on rising copper demand tied to artificial intelligence data centers, establishing the miner as a top AI-related investment outside chip stocks. AI infrastructure demand for copper has already driven SCCO's 109 percent stock gain and supports further trajectory shifts.
7 Sep
Southern Copper faces uncertainty over sustaining recent strong operating cash flow growth amid fluctuating copper prices and operational factors. Cash flow sustainability questions may moderately influence SCCO financial outlook and investor views without major trajectory shifts.
31 Aug
Southern Copper Corporation advances an investment plan targeting long-term output growth through expanded production capacity and operational enhancements. Strategic investment plans represent major moves likely to alter output trajectory and investor sentiment.
27 Aug
Southern Copper Corporation's first-half copper output fell year over year, raising questions about implications for the stock. Lower half-year copper production signals possible revenue effects for Southern Copper but does not indicate major strategic or market shifts.
21 Aug
Southern Copper shows potential for additional gains in adjusted EBITDA based on its current positioning. EBITDA upside would directly affect SCCO profitability metrics and investor perceptions.
11 Aug
Southern Copper Corporation shares rose 41% year to date, prompting evaluation of suitable investment strategies going forward. SCCO's 41% year-to-date stock gain can moderately shape near-term investor positioning without fundamentally redirecting operations.
5 Aug
Southern Copper Corporation posts stellar earnings that support stock prices and market sentiment. Stellar earnings reports directly strengthen Southern Copper Corporation's financial results and market trajectory.
4 Aug
Southern Copper posts record results and raises dividend, prompting questions on whether shares now trade above fair value. Record results and higher dividend strengthen financials and may lift near-term investor sentiment without fundamentally reshaping long-term trajectory.
Southern Copper reported record Q2 earnings and dividends despite lower output, reflecting strong profitability and direct benefits to shareholders. Record earnings and dividends amid lower output point to margin strength with moderate effects on near-term performance and sentiment.
27 Jul
Southern Copper Corporation's Q2 earnings exceeded expectations due to strong metal prices despite lower production volumes. Earnings beat from metal prices signals moderate positive effects offset by volume weakness on future performance.
23 Jul
Southern Copper's carried 25% stake in an Ecuador copper-gold mine rose 121% in value, while Ecuador cut exploration costs. SCCO's Ecuador asset value jumped sharply with lower future costs, materially lifting reserves and project economics.
Southern Copper Corporation held its Q2 2026 earnings call covering financial results, production levels, costs and outlook. Quarterly earnings details typically affect near-term stock sentiment and valuation without major structural shifts.
22 Jul
Southern Copper Corporation released Q2 earnings call highlights covering financial results and operational updates. Quarterly earnings highlights typically deliver financial metrics that moderately shape near-term investor sentiment without altering long-term strategy.
17 Jul
Southern Copper (SCCO) stock rises on higher metals prices and reduced political tensions affecting its operations. Higher metals prices directly support SCCO revenues while calmer politics ease operational risks at key mines.
10 Jul
Southern Copper (SCCO) receives a new strong buy rating driven by favorable fundamentals and copper market conditions supporting earnings growth. Analyst strong-buy call can lift short-term sentiment and trading activity for SCCO without altering core operations.
6 Jul
Southern Copper (SCCO) shows strong cost controls, rising copper prices, and production growth that position the company to beat earnings estimates again. Expected earnings beat may lift near-term stock price and sentiment but does not alter long-term fundamentals or competitive position.
23 Jun
Southern Copper exceeded its 2026 output target and announced plans for a $20.5 billion expansion. The $20.5 billion expansion plan marks a major strategic investment that will significantly boost production capacity and alter growth trajectory.
19 Jun
Southern Copper retains scale and pricing leverage despite production pressure. Production pressures offset by retained scale and leverage point to moderate effects on operations and sentiment.
10 Jun
Southern Copper reports record earnings and raises production guidance, leading to updated valuation analysis for the company. Record earnings combined with higher production guidance indicate stronger operational results that can materially shift investor views and company trajectory.
4 Jun
FCX faces rising copper production costs in Q2 that threaten its margins, raising questions about cost management in the sector with direct relevance to SCCO operations and performance. Higher industry-wide copper production costs signaled for FCX create moderate margin pressure risks for SCCO as a peer.
22 May
Southern Copper beat earnings expectations and unveiled plans to expand the Cuajone mine, triggering a fresh valuation assessment of the stock. Earnings beats combined with the Cuajone mine expansion signal higher future production and stronger financial results for Southern Copper.
16 May
Southern Copper encounters a permit setback in Peru that questions the viability of its planned growth initiatives. Regulatory delay in key Peruvian operations risks postponing Southern Copper's production increases and affecting long-term output targets.
9 May
Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO) beat earnings expectations, announced higher payouts, and appointed a new CEO, with analysis on potential investor responses. Earnings beat and higher payouts immediately enhance financial appeal, while new CEO signals major leadership shift impacting strategy and trajectory.
8 May
Southern Copper Corporation's strong earnings propelled the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 to record highs. Strong earnings lifted major indices to records, signaling significant positive momentum for SCCO's financial performance and investor sentiment.
3 May
Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO) delivered record Q1 earnings alongside a CEO transition, prompting a detailed valuation analysis. Record Q1 earnings demonstrate robust financial performance, while CEO transition signals potential strategic shifts impacting future trajectory.
29 Apr
Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO) reported Q1 earnings that beat analyst estimates. Q1 earnings beat signals strong financial performance and boosts investor sentiment and stock trajectory.