SOUTHERN COPPER CORP/ (SCCO) Factsheet
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SOUTHERN COPPER CORP/ (SCCO) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2026-07-31. Data as of Q2 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 31.7%. FCF margin 32.3%. D/E 0.6x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-31.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 31.7% | Above industry average |
| FCF Margin | 32.3% | Strong cash generation |
| Debt/Equity | 0.6x | Moderate leverage |
ROIC 31.7% — Top 5% of sector peers. FCF margin 32.3% — Top 5%.
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Profitability: SOUTHERN COPPER CORP/ earns 31.7% ROIC, Top 5% in Materials
ROIC TTM 31.7%, sector median 4.8%, Top 5%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 36.2% × asset turnover 0.7x. Gross margin 63.8%. Operating margin 56.9%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-31.
| Metric | SCCO | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 31.7% | Excellent | Above sector median of 4.8% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 51.0% | Excellent | Efficient use of shareholder equity |
| Gross Margin | 63.8% | Excellent | Strong pricing power |
| Operating Margin | 56.9% | Excellent | Efficient operations |
Cash Flow: SOUTHERN COPPER CORP/ generates $5.1B FCF at 32.3% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $5.1B. FCF margin 32.3%, Top 5%. OCF/Net income 1.2x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-31.
| Metric | SCCO | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 32.3% | Excellent | Excellent cash conversion |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $5.1B | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | 1.2x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: SOUTHERN COPPER CORP/ at 0.6x leverage, 56.4x interest coverage
Debt/Equity 0.6x. Total debt $8.0B, cash & investments $7.3B. Interest coverage 56.4x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-31.
| Metric | SCCO | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 0.6x | Good | Moderate leverage |
| Net Cash Position | $-664.5M | Adequate | Net debt position |
| Interest Coverage | 56.4x | Excellent | Comfortable debt service |
Valuation: SOUTHERN COPPER CORP/ trades at 29.8x earnings
P/E 29.8x. EV/Sales 10.8x. FCF yield 3.0%. Dividend yield 1.8%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-31.
| Metric | SCCO | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 29.8x | Adequate | Premium valuation |
| EV/Sales | 10.8x | Warning | Growth premium priced in |
| FCF Yield | 3.0% | Adequate | Lower cash yield |
| Dividend Yield | 1.8% | Adequate | Growth focus over income |
Capital Allocation: SOUTHERN COPPER CORP/ returns 1.8% shareholder yield
Total shareholder yield 1.8% (div 1.8%). Share count +3.8% YoY. Capital returned $3.0B TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-31.
| Metric | SCCO | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 1.8% | Adequate | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Share Count Change (YoY) | 3.8% | Warning | Net dilution from issuance/SBC |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $3.0B | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 31.7% | Top 5% | 6.6x above |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 32.3% | Top 5% | 5.8x above |
| Gross Margin | 63.8% | Top 5% | 2.3x above |
| Operating Margin | 56.9% | Top 5% | 8.1x above |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 51.0% | Top 5% | 7.7x above |
| P/E Ratio | 29.8x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | SCCO | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 31.7% | Excellent | Top 5% of sector (median: 4.8%) |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 32.3% | Excellent | Top 5% of sector (median: 5.6%) |
| Gross Margin | 63.8% | Excellent | Top 5% of sector (median: 27.5%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 63.3% | Good | Moderate leverage |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 29.8x | Adequate | Growth premium |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 3.0% | Adequate | Moderate yield |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is SOUTHERN COPPER CORP/'s Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
SOUTHERN COPPER CORP/ (SCCO) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of 31.7%. The 8-quarter median ROIC is 25.6% with a improving trend. Sector median 4.8%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-31.
Q: What is SOUTHERN COPPER CORP/'s Free Cash Flow Margin?
SOUTHERN COPPER CORP/ (SCCO) has a free cash flow margin of 32.3%, generating $5.1 billion in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-31.
Q: What is SOUTHERN COPPER CORP/'s P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
SOUTHERN COPPER CORP/ (SCCO) trades at a P/E ratio of 29.8x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 10.8x. FCF yield 3.0%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-31.
Q: Does SOUTHERN COPPER CORP/ pay a dividend?
SOUTHERN COPPER CORP/ (SCCO) currently pays a dividend yield of 1.8%. Total shareholder yield (dividend + buybacks) 1.8%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-31.
Q: How much debt does SOUTHERN COPPER CORP/ have?
SOUTHERN COPPER CORP/ (SCCO) has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.6x with total debt of $8.0 billion. Interest coverage 56.4x. Net debt $664.5 million. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-31.
Q: What is SOUTHERN COPPER CORP/'s revenue and earnings growth?
SOUTHERN COPPER CORP/ (SCCO) grew revenue by 32.8% year-over-year. EPS +54.4% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-31.
Q: How does SOUTHERN COPPER CORP/ compare to competitors in Materials?
Compared to other companies in Materials, SOUTHERN COPPER CORP/ (SCCO) shows: ROIC 31.7%, sector median 4.8% (Top 5%). FCF margin 32.3%, sector median 5.6% (Top 5%). Gross margin 63.8%, 36.3pp above sector median. These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Materials companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with SOUTHERN COPPER CORP/?
No quantitative warning flags fired for SOUTHERN COPPER CORP/ (SCCO) on margin trend, FCF trend, ROIC trend, or leverage thresholds. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-07-31.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2026-07-31. TTM metrics as of Q2 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.