Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1281 data points (2021-09-10 to 2026-10-16)
Southern Copper Corp is an integrated producer of copper and other minerals and operates the mining, smelting, and refining facilities in Peru and Mexico. Its production includes copper, molybdenum...
Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 29.90 (historical range: 11.21–47.75, median: 22.69), placing it at the 79th percentile — above its historical average, P/S ratio of 10.72 (range: 3.13–14.79, 90th percentile — expensive relative to its history), EV/EBITDA of 18.99 (range: 6.68–29.73, 81th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-10 to 2026-10-16), Southern Copper Corporation's P/E ratio has expanded by 56% over the observed period (from an average of 18.7 to 29.1).
Southern Copper Corporation trades well above its own historical valuation range across most metrics.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 29.90 | 22.69 | 79th | above its historical average |
| P/S Ratio | 10.72 | 6.42 | 90th | expensive relative to its history |
| EV/EBITDA | 18.99 | 14.65 | 81th | expensive relative to its history |
| FCF Yield | 3.01% | 3.81% | 27th | above its historical average |
Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO) Valuation & P/E History
Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO) is a US-listed stock operating in the Basic Materials sector, specifically the Metal Mining industry currently trading at $200.81 with a market capitalization of $169.6 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for SCCO based on 1281 data points covering 2021-09-10 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 29.90 is above the historical median of 22.69, placing SCCO at the 79th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 10.72 compares to a median of 6.42.
SCCO Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows Southern Copper Corporation's current and historical valuation multiples, including P/E ratio, P/S ratio, EV/EBITDA, FCF yield, and dividend yield. Each metric is compared to its own historical range to determine whether SCCO is currently trading above or below its typical valuation levels.
- P/E ratio: Price-to-earnings measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A P/E above the historical median suggests SCCO is expensively valued; below the median suggests it is cheap.
- P/S ratio: Price-to-sales is useful for companies with volatile or negative earnings. Lower P/S relative to history may indicate value.
- EV/EBITDA: Enterprise value to EBITDA adjusts for debt and cash, providing a capital-structure-neutral valuation measure for Southern Copper Corporation.
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is SCCO Overvalued or Undervalued?
Southern Copper Corporation trades well above its own historical valuation range across most metrics. The overall valuation percentile of 83 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive SCCO is relative to its own history. A percentile below 25 suggests the stock may be undervalued, while a percentile above 75 suggests it may be overvalued.
However, valuation is only one factor in investment decisions. A stock can remain "overvalued" for years if growth accelerates, or "undervalued" if the business deteriorates. Always combine valuation analysis with financial statement analysis and the full SCCO analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.SCCO trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.