Update shared on25 Sep 2025
Fair value Increased 1.27%Capstone Copper’s future P/E has risen notably from 18.17x to 25.42x, suggesting increased expected earnings growth or higher investor optimism, with the consensus analyst price target remaining essentially steady at CA$11.24.
What's in the News
- Sulphide copper production at the Mantoverde mine in Chile has returned to full operating rates after motor failures in both ball mill drive motors; five days of planned maintenance remain scheduled for the end of September.
- Mantoverde mine production was previously impacted, operating at half capacity while repairs were underway, resulting in an estimated 3,000 to 4,000 tonnes of copper production loss.
- Royalties Inc. secured a legal victory in Mexico regarding a 2% net smelter royalty on Capstone's Cozamin Mine, but Capstone has appealed, delaying resolution; disputed royalties could amount to approximately $1.5 million per year since 2019.
- Capstone sanctioned construction of the Mantoverde Optimized project, advancing its sustainable development strategy.
- Capstone received the key DIA environmental permit for the Mantoverde Optimized project, which will boost ore throughput and extend mine life.
Valuation Changes
Summary of Valuation Changes for Capstone Copper
- The Consensus Analyst Price Target remained effectively unchanged, moving only marginally from CA$11.10 to CA$11.24.
- The Future P/E for Capstone Copper has significantly risen from 18.17x to 25.42x.
- The Discount Rate for Capstone Copper remained effectively unchanged, moving only marginally from 6.97% to 7.02%.
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