(SCCO) Southern Copper - Ratings and Ratios

Exchange: NYSE • Country: United States • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US84265V1052

Copper, Molybdenum, Silver, Gold, Zinc, Lead

SCCO EPS (Earnings per Share)

EPS (Earnings per Share) of SCCO over the last years for every Quarter: "2020-03": 0.27784245246411, "2020-06": 0.33566162204113, "2020-09": 0.65450782563705, "2020-12": 0.76341999741301, "2021-03": 0.98797050834303, "2021-06": 1.2064415987582, "2021-09": 1.1222351571595, "2021-12": 1.0774802742207, "2022-03": 1.015004527228, "2022-06": 0.55917733798991, "2022-09": 0.67132324408227, "2022-12": 1.148801053475, "2023-03": 1.0518690984349, "2023-06": 0.7081878152891, "2023-09": 0.80131936360109, "2023-12": 0.57560470831716, "2024-03": 0.95201138274479, "2024-06": 1.2146912444564, "2024-09": 1.1525706940874, "2024-12": 1.0078710168846, "2025-03": 1.1935646687697, "2025-06": 1.2051250309483,

SCCO Revenue

Revenue of SCCO over the last years for every Quarter: 2020-03: 1719.7, 2020-06: 1785.4, 2020-09: 2129.1, 2020-12: 2350.7, 2021-03: 2532.5, 2021-06: 2897, 2021-09: 2680.9, 2021-12: 2823.7, 2022-03: 2763.8, 2022-06: 2306.9, 2022-09: 2156.9, 2022-12: 2820.3, 2023-03: 2793.9, 2023-06: 2300.7, 2023-09: 2505.6, 2023-12: 2295.6, 2024-03: 2599.8, 2024-06: 3118.3, 2024-09: 2930.9, 2024-12: 2784.3, 2025-03: 3121.9, 2025-06: 3051,

Description: SCCO Southern Copper

Southern Copper Corporation is a leading mining company with operations in multiple countries, including Peru, Mexico, Argentina, Ecuador, and Chile. The company is engaged in the extraction, processing, and refining of copper and other minerals, including molybdenum, zinc, silver, gold, and lead. With a diverse portfolio of open-pit and underground mines, smelters, and refineries, Southern Copper Corporation is a significant player in the global copper industry.

Key performance indicators (KPIs) for Southern Copper Corporation include its copper production volume, which is a critical metric for the companys revenue and profitability. The companys ability to maintain a low cost of production, measured by its cash cost per pound of copper, is also essential for its competitiveness in the market. Additionally, Southern Copper Corporations diversified portfolio of minerals and operations across multiple countries helps to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities in different markets.

From a financial perspective, Southern Copper Corporations revenue is heavily influenced by the global price of copper, which is subject to fluctuations based on supply and demand dynamics. The companys profitability is also affected by its ability to manage costs, including labor, energy, and raw materials. With a strong track record of generating cash flows, Southern Copper Corporation has the financial resources to invest in growth projects, pay dividends, and return capital to shareholders.

In terms of growth prospects, Southern Copper Corporation has significant opportunities to expand its operations and increase production through the development of new mines and the optimization of existing assets. The companys exploration concessions in Peru, Mexico, Argentina, and Chile provide a pipeline of potential projects that can be developed to support future growth. With a strong balance sheet and a commitment to disciplined capital allocation, Southern Copper Corporation is well-positioned to capitalize on opportunities in the copper industry.

SCCO Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 85,320m
Sub-Industry Copper
IPO / Inception 1996-01-05

SCCO Stock Ratings

Growth Rating 60.7%
Fundamental 89.0%
Dividend Rating 54.7%
Return 12m vs S&P 500 -4.68%
Analyst Rating 2.94 of 5

SCCO Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 2.85%
Yield on Cost 5y 7.73%
Annual Growth 5y 7.08%
Payout Consistency 80.8%
Payout Ratio 62.7%

SCCO Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m 23.2%
Growth Correlation 12m -19.4%
Growth Correlation 5y 84.2%
CAGR 5y 38.03%
CAGR/Max DD 3y 0.96
CAGR/Mean DD 3y 3.30
Sharpe Ratio 12m 0.74
Alpha 1.77
Beta 0.753
Volatility 36.11%
Current Volume 1606.3k
Average Volume 20d 958.7k
Stop Loss 102.9 (-3.1%)
Signal 0.58

Piotroski VR‑10 (Strict, 0-10) 7.0

Net Income (3.61b TTM) > 0 and > 6% of Revenue (6% = 713.3m TTM)
FCFTA 0.18 (>2.0%) and ΔFCFTA 5.62pp (YES ≥ +1.0pp, WARN ≥ +0.5pp)
NWC/Revenue 47.72% (prev 32.66%; Δ 15.06pp) (YES ≤20% & Δ≤-1pp; WARN ≤25% & Δ≤0 oder ≤40% & Δ≤-3pp)
CFO/TA 0.23 (>3.0%) and CFO 4.50b > Net Income 3.61b (YES >=105%, WARN >=100%)
Net Debt (4.11b) to EBITDA (6.91b) ratio: 0.60 <= 3.0 (WARN <= 3.5)
Current Ratio 5.27 (target 1.5–3.0; WARN 1.2–<1.5 or >3.0–5.0; CFO/TA gate active)
Outstanding Shares last Quarter (807.8m) change vs 12m ago 3.27% (target <= -2.0% for YES)
Gross Margin 50.55% (prev 46.25%; Δ 4.30pp) >=18% & Δ>=+0.5pp (WARN >=15% & Δ>=0)
Asset Turnover 63.69% (prev 59.17%; Δ 4.52pp) >=50% & Δ>=+2pp (WARN >=35% & Δ>=0)
Interest Coverage Ratio 16.98 (EBITDA TTM 6.91b / Interest Expense TTM 356.3m) >= 6 (WARN >= 3)

Altman Z'' 5.87

(A) 0.29 = (Total Current Assets 7.00b - Total Current Liabilities 1.33b) / Total Assets 19.55b
(B) 0.33 = Retained Earnings (Balance) 6.46b / Total Assets 19.55b
(C) 0.32 = EBIT TTM 6.05b / Avg Total Assets 18.67b
(D) 0.68 = Book Value of Equity 6.47b / Total Liabilities 9.50b
Total Rating: 5.87 = (6.56 * A) + (3.26 * B) + (6.72 * C) + (1.05 * D)

ValueRay F-Score (Strict, 0-100) 88.98

1. Piotroski 7.0pt = 2.0
2. FCF Yield 3.93% = 1.96
3. FCF Margin 29.13% = 7.28
4. Debt/Equity 0.68 = 2.27
5. Debt/Ebitda 0.99 = 1.78
6. ROIC - WACC 15.63% = 12.50
7. RoE 38.36% = 2.50
8. Rev. Trend 66.62% = 3.33
9. Rev. CAGR 13.44% = 1.68
10. EPS Trend 51.74% = 1.29
11. EPS CAGR 23.71% = 2.37

What is the price of SCCO shares?

As of September 15, 2025, the stock is trading at USD 106.18 with a total of 1,606,297 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by +2.70%, over one month by +10.77%, over three months by +12.12% and over the past year by +12.72%.

Is Southern Copper a good stock to buy?

Yes, based on ValueRay´s Fundamental Analyses, Southern Copper (NYSE:SCCO) is currently (September 2025) a good stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 88.98 and therefor a positive outlook according to the companies health.
Based on momentum, paid dividends and discounted-cash-flow analyses, the fair value of SCCO is around 122.17 USD . This means that SCCO is currently undervalued and has a potential upside of +15.06% (Margin of Safety).

Is SCCO a buy, sell or hold?

Southern Copper has received a consensus analysts rating of 2.94. Therefor, it is recommend to hold SCCO.
  • Strong Buy: 3
  • Buy: 0
  • Hold: 8
  • Sell: 5
  • Strong Sell: 1

What are the forecasts/targets for the SCCO price?

Issuer Target Up/Down from current
Wallstreet Target Price 95.3 -10.3%
Analysts Target Price 95.3 -10.3%
ValueRay Target Price 135.8 27.9%

Last update: 2025-09-13 05:04

SCCO Fundamental Data Overview

Market Cap USD = 85.32b (85.32b USD * 1.0 USD.USD)
CCE Cash And Equivalents = 4.01b USD (Cash And Short Term Investments, last quarter)
P/E Trailing = 23.6599
P/E Forward = 25.1889
P/S = 7.1769
P/B = 8.545
P/EG = 1.2
Beta = 0.99
Revenue TTM = 11.89b USD
EBIT TTM = 6.05b USD
EBITDA TTM = 6.91b USD
Long Term Debt = 6.75b USD (from longTermDebt, last quarter)
Short Term Debt = 84.0m USD (from shortTermDebt, last quarter)
Debt = 6.83b USD (Calculated: Short Term 84.0m + Long Term 6.75b)
Net Debt = 4.11b USD (from netDebt column, last quarter)
Enterprise Value = 88.14b USD (85.32b + Debt 6.83b - CCE 4.01b)
Interest Coverage Ratio = 16.98 (Ebit TTM 6.05b / Interest Expense TTM 356.3m)
FCF Yield = 3.93% (FCF TTM 3.46b / Enterprise Value 88.14b)
FCF Margin = 29.13% (FCF TTM 3.46b / Revenue TTM 11.89b)
Net Margin = 30.37% (Net Income TTM 3.61b / Revenue TTM 11.89b)
Gross Margin = 50.55% ((Revenue TTM 11.89b - Cost of Revenue TTM 5.88b) / Revenue TTM)
Tobins Q-Ratio = 13.63 (Enterprise Value 88.14b / Book Value Of Equity 6.47b)
Interest Expense / Debt = 1.38% (Interest Expense 94.0m / Debt 6.83b)
Taxrate = 36.82% (1.98b / 5.36b)
NOPAT = 3.82b (EBIT 6.05b * (1 - 36.82%))
Current Ratio = 5.27 (Total Current Assets 7.00b / Total Current Liabilities 1.33b)
Debt / Equity = 0.68 (Debt 6.83b / last Quarter total Stockholder Equity 9.98b)
Debt / EBITDA = 0.99 (Net Debt 4.11b / EBITDA 6.91b)
Debt / FCF = 1.97 (Debt 6.83b / FCF TTM 3.46b)
Total Stockholder Equity = 9.41b (last 4 quarters mean)
RoA = 18.46% (Net Income 3.61b, Total Assets 19.55b )
RoE = 38.36% (Net Income TTM 3.61b / Total Stockholder Equity 9.41b)
RoCE = 37.44% (Ebit 6.05b / (Equity 9.41b + L.T.Debt 6.75b))
RoIC = 23.83% (NOPAT 3.82b / Invested Capital 16.04b)
WACC = 8.20% (E(85.32b)/V(92.15b) * Re(8.79%)) + (D(6.83b)/V(92.15b) * Rd(1.38%) * (1-Tc(0.37)))
Shares Correlation 3-Years: 60.33 | Cagr: 0.40%
Discount Rate = 8.79% (= CAPM, Blume Beta Adj.)
[DCF Debug] Terminal Value 75.13% ; FCFE base≈2.94b ; Y1≈2.85b ; Y5≈2.86b
Fair Price DCF = 54.65 (DCF Value 44.38b / Shares Outstanding 812.2m; 5y FCF grow -3.99% → 3.0% )
Revenue Correlation: 66.62 | Revenue CAGR: 13.44%
Rev Growth-of-Growth: 6.60
EPS Correlation: 51.74 | EPS CAGR: 23.71%
EPS Growth-of-Growth: 23.47

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