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Southern Copper Corp (MX:SCCO)
NYSE:SCCO

Southern Copper (SCCO) Price & Analysis

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SCCO Stock Chart & Stats

$3311.04
$0.00(0.00%)
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Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Integrated Vertical Value Chain And By-product DiversitySouthern Copper’s integrated mining-to-refining model captures margin across the value chain rather than selling raw ore. Combined with meaningful by‑products (molybdenum, silver, zinc, gold), this structural diversification boosts margin sustainability and reduces single-commodity revenue exposure over multi-year cycles.
Strong And Improving Free Cash Flow GenerationHigh operating cash flow and a large free cash flow convert reported earnings into real liquidity, supporting capex, dividends and debt reduction. The sustained FCF conversion (~75% of net income) provides durable financial flexibility through the cycle and funds long‑term investments without solely relying on equity issuance.
Improving Leverage And Demonstrated Access To Long-term FundingLeverage has meaningfully declined as equity and asset bases rose, improving solvency metrics. The successful issuance of long‑dated fixed‑rate notes shows access to capital markets to fund growth and lock financing costs, strengthening medium-term funding stability for project development and operations.
Bears Say
Commodity Cyclicality And Cash Flow VolatilitySouthern Copper’s earnings and cash flow remain tightly linked to copper and by‑product prices. Historical revenue contractions in 2022–2023 show downside during weak cycles. This structural price sensitivity can quickly erode margins and liquidity, reversing gains and stressing capital plans during prolonged commodity weakness.
Sizable Absolute Debt LevelAlthough leverage ratios improved, the company carries large absolute debt which limits flexibility. In a commodity downturn, servicing and refinancing significant principal amounts could crowd out investment or shareholder returns, making balance sheet strength contingent on sustained strong prices and cash conversion.
Large Multi-year Capex Pipeline And Execution/timing RiskAmbitious projects like Tía María and Michiquillay materially increase scale but require multiyear capital, timely execution and sustained community/regulatory support. Cost overruns, delays or extra funding needs could pressure returns and the balance sheet; project timelines defer material production and cash benefits into future cycles.

SCCO FAQ

What was Southern Copper Corp’s price range in the past 12 months?
Southern Copper Corp lowest stock price was $1631.62 and its highest was $3734.98 in the past 12 months.
    What is Southern Copper Corp’s market cap?
    Southern Copper Corp’s market cap is $2.86T.
      When is Southern Copper Corp’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Southern Copper Corp’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 27, 2026 which is in 94 days.
        How were Southern Copper Corp’s earnings last quarter?
        Southern Copper Corp released its earnings results on Jul 21, 2026. The company reported $35.193 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $34.738 by $0.455.
          Is Southern Copper Corp overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Southern Copper Corp’s price is currently Undervalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Southern Copper Corp pay dividends?
            Southern Copper Corp does not currently pay dividends.
            What is Southern Copper Corp’s EPS estimate?
            Southern Copper Corp’s EPS estimate is 32.36.
              How many shares outstanding does Southern Copper Corp have?
              Southern Copper Corp has 834,328,500 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Southern Copper Corp’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Southern Copper Corp reported an EPS of $35.193 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $34.738. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Southern Copper Corp?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in MX:SCCO
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                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                    Company Description

                    Southern Copper Corp

                    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. The company also operates Buenavista, an open-pit copper mine, as well as copper concentrators and operating SX-EW plants in Mexico. In addition, it operates underground mines that produce zinc, lead, copper, silver, and gold; coal mine; and zinc refinery. The company has interests in 164,805 hectares and 505,788 hectares of concessions in Peru and Mexico; and 98,634 hectares and 28,453 hectares of exploration concessions in Argentina and Chile. Southern Copper Corporation was formerly known as Southern Peru Copper Corp. and changed its name to Southern Copper Corporation in July 1996. The company was incorporated in 1952 and is based in Phoenix, Arizona. Southern Copper Corporation operates as a subsidiary of Americas Mining Corporation.

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