Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO)

US — Basic Materials Sector
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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol SCCO
  • Rev/Share 16.0105
  • Book/Share 13.2485
  • PB 14.8814
  • Debt/Equity 0.6638
  • CurrentRatio 3.8938
  • ROIC 0.2331

 

  • MktCap 160518047150.0
  • FreeCF/Share 4.1521
  • PFCF 46.1219
  • PE 37.8929
  • Debt/Assets 0.3427
  • DivYield 0.0156
  • ROE 0.4225

 

  • Rating B
  • Score 3
  • Recommendation Neutral
  • P/E Score 1
  • DCF Score 4
  • P/B Score 1
  • D/E Score 1

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Downgrade SCCO JP Morgan Neutral Underweight -- $117.5 Jan. 23, 2026
Downgrade SCCO UBS Neutral Sell -- $148 Jan. 21, 2026
Downgrade SCCO Itau BBA Market Perform Underperform -- -- Dec. 23, 2025
Initiation SCCO Wells Fargo -- Equal Weight -- $121 Oct. 8, 2025
Upgrade SCCO Morgan Stanley Underweight Equal Weight -- $132 Oct. 8, 2025
Downgrade SCCO Morgan Stanley Equal Weight Underweight -- $99 July 15, 2025
Downgrade SCCO UBS Buy Neutral -- $105 July 1, 2025
Upgrade SCCO Itau BBA Underperform Market Perform -- -- June 11, 2025
Upgrade SCCO UBS Neutral Buy -- $120 March 13, 2025
Upgrade SCCO Morgan Stanley Underweight Equal Weight $106.3 $102 Dec. 12, 2024

News

Southern Copper (SCCO) to Report Q4 Results: Wall Street Expects Earnings Growth
SCCO
Published: February 04, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Southern Copper (SCCO) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

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Southern Copper Stock At A Crossroads: Is The Copper Rally Over?
SCCO
Published: February 03, 2026 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Neutral

Over the last year, Southern Copper (SCCO) rose by 117%, driven by record earnings and investor enthusiasm surrounding the Tia Maria project. The surge can be attributed to stable copper prices and a significant increase in profit margins, even with some fluctuations—demonstrating that strategic actions and market changes can elevate a stock's value.

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Gold, Copper, and Missiles: 3 Big Dividend Raises After a Breakout Year
FNV, LHX, SCCO
Published: February 02, 2026 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive

For the defense and mining industries, 2025 was a standout year. The iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF BATS: ITA tracks the performance of a basket of over 40 U.S. aerospace and defense companies.

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Forget Energy — Copper Is AI's Real Bottleneck. Here Are the 2 Miners to Profit Most.
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Published: February 02, 2026 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Neutral

Billionaire mining executive Robert Friedland addressed the USC Marshall Energy Business Summit back in September to outline the severe global copper supply crisis.

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3 Top Copper Stocks to Watch as Copper Prices Skyrocket: BHP, FCX, SCCO
BHP, FCX, SCCO
Published: January 30, 2026 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

Major copper producers rallied Thursday as the red metal extended its fourth-quarter run, driven by supply disruptions in South America, China's infrastructure stimulus, and accelerating demand from electric vehicle and renewable energy sectors.

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Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
SCCO
Published: January 30, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Southern Copper (SCCO) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.

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Southern Copper: Keep Holding, But Drawdown Risk Is Significant
SCCO
Published: January 29, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Southern Copper: Keep Holding, But Drawdown Risk Is Significant

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Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
SCCO
Published: January 28, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

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Here's Why Southern Copper (SCCO) is a Strong Growth Stock
SCCO
Published: January 27, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Rio Tinto vs. Southern Copper: Which Mining Stock Looks Stronger Now?
RIO, SCCO
Published: January 22, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

RIO lifts copper output, delivers first production using Nuton technology and advances major iron ore projects despite weather and cost pressures.

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After Gold and Silver, Is Copper Set for a Big Run? 4 Stocks to Buy
BHP, ERO, RIO, SCCO
Published: January 21, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Copper demand is surging. ERO, BHP, RIO and SCCO are set to benefit from the red metal's next big rally.

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Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It
SCCO
Published: January 15, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to Southern Copper (SCCO). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.

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Southern Copper (SCCO) is a Great Momentum Stock: Should You Buy?
SCCO
Published: January 14, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Does Southern Copper (SCCO) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

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Buy Southern Copper At A Discount And Get A Free Railway, I Spy A Bargain In Plain Sight
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Published: January 13, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Grupo Mexico (GMBXF) offers exposure to Southern Copper (SCCO) at a 35% discount, plus transportation and infrastructure assets essentially for free. Copper demand is projected to outstrip supply, with a 10MMt deficit by 2040, supporting sustained high prices and strong fundamentals for SCCO. SCCO boasts the largest reported copper reserves, a measured capex plan targeting 70% production growth by 2032, and robust profitability at current copper prices.

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Why Southern Copper (SCCO) is a Top Momentum Stock for the Long-Term
SCCO
Published: January 13, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Why Southern Copper (SCCO) is a Top Growth Stock for the Long-Term
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Published: January 09, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Southern Copper Trades at a Premium: How to Play the Stock?
SCCO
Published: January 07, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

SCCO trades at a steep valuation premium, but strong share gains, upbeat Q3 results and a massive capex pipeline keep its long-term story intact.

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Is SCCO Poised for a Major Copper Production Upswing This Decade?
SCCO
Published: January 02, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Southern Copper maps a multi-year copper surge with output expected above 1.5M tons by 2034 as Peru and Mexico projects come online with capex-backed growth.

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Copper's Outlook And The Bullish Case For Southern Copper
SCCO
Published: December 23, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Southern Copper Corporation is rated a buy, underpinned by structural copper deficits and robust electrification-driven demand. SCCO outperformed copper futures in 2025, rising 63.3% vs. copper's 36–38% gains, reflecting strong operating leverage. Despite a high forward P/E of 28.86 and a D valuation grade, SCCO's earnings and revenues are expected to rise with copper prices in 2026.

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What Makes Southern Copper (SCCO) a Strong Momentum Stock: Buy Now?
SCCO
Published: December 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Southern Copper (SCCO) Exceeds Market Returns: Some Facts to Consider
SCCO
Published: December 19, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

The latest trading day saw Southern Copper (SCCO) settling at $144, representing a +1.21% change from its previous close.

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Copper Staging a Comeback in 2026: 3 Stocks to Buy
BHP, SCCO, TECK
Published: December 19, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Copper's rally is gaining steam on tight supply and rising demand, putting BHP in focus as prices surge and miners gear up for a potential 2026 windfall.

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The Big 3: ETN, PWR, SCCO
ETN, PWR, SCCO
Published: December 17, 2025 by: Schwab Network
Sentiment: Neutral

Jason Brown (@brownreport) says he's turning slightly bearish as the tech trade continuously fails to catch a bid heading into the new year. He tuns to three "picks and shovels" trades tied to A.I.

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Southern Copper (SCCO) is a Top-Ranked Growth Stock: Should You Buy?
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Published: December 12, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
SCCO
Published: December 11, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Southern Copper (SCCO) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.

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Is Southern Copper (SCCO) Outperforming Other Basic Materials Stocks This Year?
SCCO
Published: December 05, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Here is how Southern Copper (SCCO) and Hochschild Mining PLC (HCHDF) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

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This Top Basic Materials Stock is a #1 (Strong Buy): Why It Should Be on Your Radar
SCCO
Published: December 03, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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4 Non-Ferrous Metal Mining Stocks to Consider From a Thriving Industry
CDE, LEU, LUNMF, SCCO
Published: November 27, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

The outlook of the Zacks Mining - Non Ferrous industry is promising, backed by strong demand. Stocks like SCCO, LUNMF, CDE and LEU are poised to benefit from this.

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FCX vs. SCCO: Which Copper Mining Giant Should You Bet on Now?
FCX, SCCO
Published: November 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Freeport and Southern Copper face copper price swings, but both push ahead with major projects leveraging strong cash flows.

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Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
SCCO
Published: November 20, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Southern Copper (SCCO) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.

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About Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO)

  • IPO Date 1996-01-05
  • Website https://southerncoppercorp.com
  • Industry Copper
  • CEO Oscar Gonzalez Rocha
  • Employees 16133

Southern Copper Corporation engages in mining, exploring, smelting, and refining copper and other minerals in Peru, Mexico, Argentina, Ecuador, and Chile. 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 molybdenum concentrate and sulfuric acid; production of refined silver, gold, and other materials; and mining and processing of zinc and lead. It operates the Toquepala and Cuajone open-pit mines, and a smelter and refinery in Peru; and La Caridad, an open-pit copper mine, as well as a copper ore concentrator, a SX-EW plant, a smelter, refinery, and a rod plant in Mexico. The company also operates Buenavista, an open-pit copper mine, as well as two copper concentrators and two operating SX-EW plants in Mexico. In addition, it operates five underground mines that produce zinc, lead, copper, silver, and gold; a coal mine that produces coal and coke; and a zinc refinery. The company has interests in 82,134 hectares of exploration concessions in Peru; 493,533 hectares of exploration concessions in Mexico; 246,346 hectares of exploration concessions in Argentina; 29,888 hectares of exploration concessions in Chile; and 7,299 hectares of exploration concessions in Ecuador. Southern Copper Corporation was incorporated in 1952 and is based in Phoenix, Arizona. Southern Copper Corporation operates as a subsidiary of Americas Mining Corporation.