Southern Copper (SCCO) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
SCCO - Southern Copper Corporation
$193.49
-0.65 (-0.33%)
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5d:
-3.03%
30d:
-0.72%
90d:
+6.22%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 27, 2026
Smart Money Distribution
Options positioning is turning defensive after a sharp run-up - a pattern consistent with institutional profit-taking. View Scanner →
Signal fired Sep 8, 2026 at $209.71 · last confirmed Sep 8, 2026
Strength: 6.2/10
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: SCCO is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -2.6% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: SCCO is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -2.6% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$174.69
Based on -0.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$108.47
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: SCCO is currently trading at $193.49, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $190.98 to $210.43. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 26.6) is in line with its historical norms (28.7). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.6% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 71.6% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SCCO is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $192.10. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: SCCO scores 15/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $171.44. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SCCO is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $192.10. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: SCCO scores 15/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $171.44. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$190.98 -
$210.43
Company Quality Score
36/100
(SELL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
47.6%
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- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (15/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Trading 11.4% above Wall St target ($171.44)
- WARNING: Composite score 36/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$190.98 -
$210.43
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$192.10
Resistance Level
$217.56
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
26.59
Wall Street Target
$171.44
(-11.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
40.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
71.6%
Profit Margin
35.9%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical
26.6 vs 28.7
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$188.46
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$183.56
(-5%)
3-Year Target
$178.79
(-8%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 27â29)
$192.96
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 26.6, Growth: -5.5%)
$163.16
(+-16%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.2, Growth: -5.5%)
$123.76
(-36%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.1, Growth: -5.5%)
$105.20
(-46%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (31x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (27x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 31.47 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.17
Bull Case
$251.85
(+30%)
Analyst growth 17.9%, PE expands to 34.6
Base Case
$228.95
(+18%)
Market implied 17.9%, PE stable at 31.5
Bear Case
$132.02
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 26.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 26.6 to 28.7
Stabilization Target:
$208.83
(+7.9%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+7.9%
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Last updated: September 11, 2026 11:33 PM ET
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