Southern Copper (SCCO) Stock Overview
Engages in mining, exploring, smelting, and refining copper and other minerals in Mexico, the United States, Peru, Brazil, Chile, and Other American countries. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
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| Valuation | 0/6 |
| Future Growth | 2/6 |
| Past Performance | 5/6 |
| Financial Health | 6/6 |
| Dividends | 4/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
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| Current Share Price | US$172.97 |
| 52 Week High | US$221.67 |
| 52 Week Low | US$85.51 |
| Beta | 1.11 |
| 1 Month Change | -5.72% |
| 3 Month Change | -8.36% |
| 1 Year Change | 87.66% |
| 3 Year Change | 161.87% |
| 5 Year Change | 178.80% |
| Change since IPO | 6,845.46% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • May 26
SCCO: Premium Will Face Pressure From Expected Production Declines
Analysts have lifted the fair value estimate for Southern Copper from $67.81 to $125.74, while noting that a richer assumed future P/E of about 28 times and softer projected revenue and margin trends leave the stock looking expensive relative to recent price targets around $135 to $148 and comments about a stretched valuation. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research has leaned cautious on Southern Copper, with several bearish analysts flagging valuation concerns even as they acknowledge the company's strong position in global copper production and reserves.Seeking Alpha • May 23
Southern Copper: Premium Assets, Premium Price
Summary Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO) owns high-quality, long-life copper assets but currently trades at a significant valuation premium. Declining ore grades, rising production costs, and supply constraints support the copper scarcity thesis and justify a premium for SCCO. Q1 2026 results highlight strong profitability, but falling mined copper production and high capital intensity signal operational headwinds. I rate SCCO a Hold, as much of the scarcity value and operational quality is already reflected in elevated valuation multiples. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • May 02
SCCO: Stretched P E And Production Headwinds Will Restrain Future Upside Potential
Analysts have nudged the Southern Copper fair value estimate up by about $6 to $162.54, reflecting a blend of recent target cuts and raises that factor in a slightly higher discount rate, more conservative revenue growth and margins, and a modestly lower future P/E assumption. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Southern Copper reflects a split view, with some firms lifting targets or ratings and others trimming expectations or turning more cautious.Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 26
SCCO: Premium Will Face Pressure From Expected Production Declines
Analysts have lifted the fair value estimate for Southern Copper from $67.81 to $125.74, while noting that a richer assumed future P/E of about 28 times and softer projected revenue and margin trends leave the stock looking expensive relative to recent price targets around $135 to $148 and comments about a stretched valuation. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research has leaned cautious on Southern Copper, with several bearish analysts flagging valuation concerns even as they acknowledge the company's strong position in global copper production and reserves.Seeking Alpha • May 23
Southern Copper: Premium Assets, Premium Price
Summary Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO) owns high-quality, long-life copper assets but currently trades at a significant valuation premium. Declining ore grades, rising production costs, and supply constraints support the copper scarcity thesis and justify a premium for SCCO. Q1 2026 results highlight strong profitability, but falling mined copper production and high capital intensity signal operational headwinds. I rate SCCO a Hold, as much of the scarcity value and operational quality is already reflected in elevated valuation multiples. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • May 02
SCCO: Stretched P E And Production Headwinds Will Restrain Future Upside Potential
Analysts have nudged the Southern Copper fair value estimate up by about $6 to $162.54, reflecting a blend of recent target cuts and raises that factor in a slightly higher discount rate, more conservative revenue growth and margins, and a modestly lower future P/E assumption. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Southern Copper reflects a split view, with some firms lifting targets or ratings and others trimming expectations or turning more cautious.Narrative Update • Apr 18
SCCO: Stretched P/E And Expected 3% Production Decline Will Cap Upside
The updated analyst price target for Southern Copper edges higher, reflecting a slightly larger fair value estimate of $156.21, as analysts factor in revised assumptions for growth, profitability and future P/E while weighing a mix of recent target hikes and cuts across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Southern Copper shows a mix of optimism and caution, with several price target revisions in both directions and rating changes across major firms.Narrative Update • Apr 04
SCCO: Rich Margins And Cash Returns Will Likely Limit Overheated Upside
Analysts have adjusted the price target for Southern Copper slightly higher to $153 from about $150, reflecting updated fair value estimates, a modestly higher assumed future P/E, and a higher discount rate after a mix of recent target hikes and downgrades across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Southern Copper shows a split view, with some firms lifting price targets on stronger valuation cases and others turning more cautious on execution and near term fundamentals.Narrative Update • Mar 21
SCCO: Stretched Valuation Will Face Pressure From Expected Production Declines
Southern Copper's updated fair value estimate has shifted lower to $67.81 from $73.93 as analysts adjust price targets in response to concerns about stretched valuation, softer near term operations, and the implications of richer profit margin and lower P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Southern Copper has tilted more cautious, even as some price targets move higher in absolute terms.
Narrative Update • Mar 07
SCCO: Cash Generation And Richer Future P/E May Sustain Premium
The analyst price target for Southern Copper in our framework has increased from $218.00 to about $233.07. This reflects analysts balancing higher modeled revenue growth and a richer future P/E with recent target hikes, while also considering growing concerns about stretched valuation and near term operational pressure.Narrative Update • Feb 21
SCCO: Rich Margins And Cash Returns Will Likely Cap Future Upside
The analyst price target for Southern Copper has moved higher by about $11 as analysts adjust their assumptions around profit margins, future P/E and cash generation, while reflecting a mix of recent target hikes and downgrades across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Southern Copper reflects a mixed backdrop, with several firms lifting price targets while a few high profile houses turn more cautious on the shares.Narrative Update • Feb 07
SCCO: Copper Tightness And Mixed Street Views May Shape Multiyear Outcome
Analysts have lifted their price target on Southern Copper to US$218 from US$172.32, citing updated expectations around revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E that are reflected in a slightly lower discount rate in their models. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Southern Copper shows a split tape, but there has been a steady stream of bullish analysts lifting price targets as they update models for revenue, margins and P/E assumptions.Analysis Article • Feb 03
Analysts Just Made A Notable Upgrade To Their Southern Copper Corporation (NYSE:SCCO) Forecasts
Southern Copper Corporation ( NYSE:SCCO ) shareholders will have a reason to smile today, with the analysts making...Analysis Article • Jan 29
Southern Copper (NYSE:SCCO) Is Increasing Its Dividend To $1.00
Southern Copper Corporation's ( NYSE:SCCO ) dividend will be increasing from last year's payment of the same period to...Analysis Article • Jan 27
Southern Copper Corporation's (NYSE:SCCO) 26% Price Boost Is Out Of Tune With Earnings
Southern Copper Corporation ( NYSE:SCCO ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 26% gain in the last month...Narrative Update • Jan 23
SCCO: Critical Mineral Status And Mixed Downgrades Will Restrain Future Upside
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Southern Copper by about US$10 per share to roughly US$139, reflecting updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E after a mix of recent price target hikes and downgrades across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Southern Copper has been mixed, with fresh downgrades sitting alongside higher price targets.Narrative Update • Jan 09
SCCO: Elevated Copper Prices Will Limit Future Upside Despite Supply Disruptions
Analysts have lifted their price target on Southern Copper to about US$128 from roughly US$118, citing higher projected fair value supported by updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins and P/E, as well as Street research that attributes the change to strong copper pricing driven by supply disruptions. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts point to copper prices sitting at record decades high levels, which they see as supportive for Southern Copper's revenue assumptions and higher fair value estimates.Narrative Update • Dec 15
SCCO Copper Supply Tightness Is Expected To Drive MultiYear Upside
Analysts have raised their price target for Southern Copper significantly, with fair value estimates climbing from approximately $125 to $172. This reflects higher copper price forecasts, tightening supply into 2026, and modestly stronger long term growth and profitability assumptions.Narrative Update • Dec 01
SCCO: Delays At Tia Maria Will Restrict Gains Despite Ongoing Supply Tightness
Analysts have raised their price target for Southern Copper slightly, from $117.76 to $118.29. This adjustment is based on ongoing supply disruptions in the copper market and expectations for higher precious metal prices, which are seen as supportive of the company's outlook.Narrative Update • Nov 17
SCCO: Delays At Tia Maria Will Likely Limit Upside Despite Sector Momentum
Southern Copper's analyst price target has been marginally revised down from $118.88 to $117.76, as analysts factor in a higher discount rate and recent shifts in commodity price forecasts. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research reveals a wide range of analyst opinions on Southern Copper, highlighting both optimism regarding copper market dynamics and caution around execution and valuation challenges.Narrative Update • Nov 01
SCCO: Delays At Key Projects Will Weigh On Earnings Through 2028
Southern Copper's analyst price target has risen significantly, increasing from approximately $111 to $119. Analysts cite record-high precious metal prices and tightening supply forecasts as factors driving optimism for the company's outlook.Analysis Article • Oct 31
Southern Copper Corporation Just Recorded A 10% EPS Beat: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting Next
As you might know, Southern Copper Corporation ( NYSE:SCCO ) just kicked off its latest quarterly results with some...Analysis Article • Oct 29
Southern Copper (NYSE:SCCO) Is Increasing Its Dividend To $0.90
Southern Copper Corporation's ( NYSE:SCCO ) dividend will be increasing from last year's payment of the same period to...Narrative Update • Oct 18
Capital Investments In Mexico And Peru Will Expand Production Capacity
Southern Copper's analyst price target has been raised significantly from $97 to $111, as analysts cite higher copper price forecasts and expectations for ongoing supply constraints in the metals market. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Southern Copper reflects a notable shift in sentiment, with multiple firms raising target prices and updating ratings as supply constraints and copper price strength persist.Narrative Update • Oct 04
Capital Investments In Mexico And Peru Will Expand Production Capacity
The analyst price target for Southern Copper has increased to $110 from $100, as analysts cite optimism around steady profit margins, even though revenue growth has moderated and project delays continue. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst updates reveal a divergence in perspectives regarding Southern Copper's outlook, with both bullish and bearish analysts highlighting key drivers that could influence the company's valuation and growth trajectory in the near and medium term.Analysis Article • Sep 30
Southern Copper Corporation's (NYSE:SCCO) Shares Climb 26% But Its Business Is Yet to Catch Up
Southern Copper Corporation ( NYSE:SCCO ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a great...Analysis Article • Sep 01
Is Southern Copper (NYSE:SCCO) Using Too Much Debt?
Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' When we think about how risky a company...Analysis Article • Jul 13
Southern Copper (NYSE:SCCO) Is Investing Its Capital With Increasing Efficiency
What trends should we look for it we want to identify stocks that can multiply in value over the long term? In a...Seeking Alpha • Mar 29
Copper Is Shining Bright And Southern Copper Should Follow Suit
Summary The recent executive order by President Trump has led to a 30% rally in copper prices, driven by speculative demand and potential tariffs. Southern Copper Corporation is well-positioned to benefit from rising copper prices, despite currently lagging behind the metal's price surge. Long-term demand for copper is expected to outpace supply, driven by EVs, renewable energy, and infrastructure demand, benefiting SCCO's revenue and profitability. SCCO's expansion plans and potential for increased copper prices make it a buy, despite current valuation. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Feb 21
Southern Copper: Good For Holding In Long-Term, Not Enough For Buying Right Now
Summary I'm starting coverage of Southern Copper with a 'Hold' rating due to insufficient growth sustainability despite strong financial performance. The company trades at a multiple of 22x, which is in line with the median estimate and is a fair value. EPS growth sustainability is below average, with a 3-year CAGR of just 0.22% and high volatility. SCCO operates efficiently with strong profitability metrics, a competitive edge, and manageable debt, but growth concerns prevent a 'Buy' rating. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Dec 17
Southern Copper Corporation: Weak Short-Term Industry Outlook And Bearish Trend, Hold
Summary Southern Copper Corporation is currently in a short-term bearish trajectory amid a weak immediate market outlook warranting a hold rating. The company has strong levers that could help it leverage projected market growth and growing demand. The long-term outlook of the copper industry is bright, but short-term weakness calls for caution. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Oct 03
Southern Copper Corrects: The Compelling Case For It And Copper
Summary Copper's long-term bullish trend remains intact, with higher lows and highs despite significant corrections, suggesting continued price increases. Southern Copper Corporation offers leveraged performance, outperforming copper prices during rallies and underperforming during corrections, making it an attractive investment. Green energy initiatives, inflationary pressures, and potential Chinese economic recovery support a compelling case for new highs in copper prices. SCCO’s strong profitability, positive factor grades, and attractive dividend yield enhance its appeal as a leading copper producer for portfolios. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Sep 16
Southern Copper: P/E Concerns, Shares Near Key Support After A Strong Q2
Summary The AI boom, EV infrastructure, and US government projects are copper tailwinds, despite China's economic challenges. I have a hold rating on Southern Copper Corporation stock due to the fair to slightly expensive valuation, despite strong technicals and solid Q2 earnings. Key risks include weaker global demand, higher labor and borrowing costs, geopolitical conflicts, and regulatory concerns. SCCO's technical chart shows critical support in the high $80s, offering a buying opportunity amid a correction. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jul 02
Southern Copper: Miners Are Unlikely To Benefit From Electric Vehicles
Summary Copper's price has skyrocketed this year despite a weak manufacturing PMI, breaking a critical historical pattern. Chinese demand for copper may be driven by resource hoarding, as indicated by its significant inventory buildup over the past year. While electric vehicles could see copper demand rise, new technologies may upend that thesis. Lower demand for China's construction and infrastructure projects may offset EV or "AI" demand expectations. Southern Copper Corporation faces political risk as anti-mining politicians rise in power in Peru and Mexico amid a strong populist trend in Latin America. Southern Copper's valuation is difficult to justify even if we assume copper will sustain its current price point, as its production costs should rise over the coming years. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jun 24
Southern Copper Corporation: Positioned For Growth But Valuation Stretched
Summary Southern Copper Corporation is a major copper producer with vast reserves and plans for production growth. Booming demand for copper, driven by electrification, and supply constraints point to a higher copper price in the future. Q1 results show strong production numbers, but revenue impacted by lower metal prices; Q2 outlook positive with higher copper prices. Strong financial performance and a plan for growth point to a positive future, but valuation remains stretched. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • May 31
Southern Copper Corporation Stock Almost Tripled - Now What?
Summary Copper prices reached record highs due to increased demand from artificial intelligence, defense spending, and the green energy transition. China's weak real estate sector may impact global copper demand and manufacturers' willingness to pay premiums for copper. Despite potential challenges, the bull case for copper remains intact as demand continues to rise and meet supply challenges. Southern Copper Corporation is boosting output, maintaining strong margins, and focusing on other metals to further improve income. I maintain a Hold rating for Southern Copper after the latest rally. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaShareholder Returns
| SCCO | US Metals and Mining | US Market | |
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| 7D | -9.6% | -7.4% | -2.8% |
| 1Y | 87.7% | 73.7% | 22.8% |
Return vs Industry: SCCO exceeded the US Metals and Mining industry which returned 73.7% over the past year.
Return vs Market: SCCO exceeded the US Market which returned 22.8% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| SCCO volatility | |
|---|---|
| SCCO Average Weekly Movement | 8.1% |
| Metals and Mining Industry Average Movement | 9.4% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.6% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.1% |
Stable Share Price: SCCO has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: SCCO's weekly volatility (8%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | 16,617 | Leonardo Contreras Lerdo de Tejada | www.southerncoppercorp.com |
Southern Copper Corporation engages in mining, exploring, smelting, and refining copper and other minerals in Mexico, the United States, Peru, Brazil, Chile, and Other American countries. The company is involved in the mining, milling, and flotation of copper ore to produce copper and molybdenum concentrates; smelting of copper concentrates to produce blister and anode copper; refining of anode copper to produce copper cathodes; production of copper-molybdenum concentrates and sulfuric acid; production of refined silver, gold, and other materials; and mining and processing of copper, molybdenum, zinc, silver, gold and lead. It operates the Toquepala and Cuajone open-pit mines, smelter, and refinery in Peru; La Caridad, an open-pit copper mine, as well as copper ore concentrator; and SX-EW plant, a smelter, refinery, and rod plant in Mexico.
Southern Copper Corporation Fundamentals Summary
| SCCO fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$144.31b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$4.97b |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$14.55b |
29.1x
P/E Ratio9.9x
P/S RatioIs SCCO overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| SCCO income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$14.55b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$5.43b |
| Gross Profit | US$9.12b |
| Other Expenses | US$4.16b |
| Earnings | US$4.97b |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 5.95 |
| Gross Margin | 62.71% |
| Net Profit Margin | 34.13% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 56.9% |
How did SCCO perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
2.3%
Current Dividend Yield56%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/07 13:46 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/05 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Southern Copper Corporation is covered by 29 analysts. 14 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Leonardo Correa | Barclays |
| Richard Garchitorena | Barclays |
| Fawzi Hanano | Berenberg |