SCCO Southern Copper PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current PE ratio for Southern Copper stock as of Dec 24, 2024 is 24.53. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $3.85 and the stock price of $94.43 per share. The PE ratio marks a decrease of 20% from its last 4 quarters average of 30.6.
SCCO PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Southern Copper for the last ten years is 25.14. The current P/E ratio of 24.53 is 2.4% lower than the historical average. Looking back at the last ten years, SCCO's PE ratio peaked in the Dec 2017 quarter at 50.45, when the price was $46.41 and the EPS was $0.92. The lowest point was in the Jun 2022 quarter, when it reached 13.2 with a price of $48.72 and an EPS of $3.69.
Southern Copper PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 60.82% in 2015
Maximum annual decrease: -69.55% in 2018
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 27.42 | 55% |
| 2022 | 17.69 | 25.73% |
| 2021 | 14.07 | -56.04% |
| 2020 | 32.01 | 44.84% |
| 2019 | 22.1 | 43.88% |
| 2018 | 15.36 | -69.55% |
| 2017 | 50.45 | 58.25% |
| 2016 | 31.88 | 13.53% |
| 2015 | 28.08 | 60.82% |
| 2014 | 17.46 | 16.87% |
SCCO average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of SCCO is higher than its 3 and 5-year averages, but it is lower than its 10-year average.
SCCO PE vs peers
SCCO's PE ratio stands lower than its peer stock FCX.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| SCCO Southern Copper Corporation | 24.53 | $74.64B |
| FCX Freeport-Mcmoran Inc | 28.42 | $56.36B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Southern Copper's PE ratio?
As of Dec 24, 2024, SCCO stock has a price to earnings ratio of 24.53.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Southern Copper (SCCO)?
Over the last 3 years, the average price to earnings ratio for SCCO stock is 21.7.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Southern Copper (SCCO)?
Over the last 5 years, the average price to earnings ratio for SCCO stock is 22.06.
What is the highest PE ratio for SCCO?
Over the last ten years, the quarterly PE ratio reached its highest level at 50.45 in the Dec 2017 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for SCCO compare to its historical average?
The current PE ratio of SCCO is 2.4% lower than the 10-year historical average.
How is SCCO's PE ratio calculated (Southern Copper PE ratio formula)?
The P/E ratio is calculated by taking the latest stock price and dividing it by the EPS for the last 12 months. As of today (Dec 24, 2024), Southern Copper's share price is $94.43. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $3.85. Therefore, Southern Copper's PE ratio for today is 24.53. PE RATIO(24.53) = STOCK PRICE($94.43) / TTM EPS($3.85)
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