HBM (Hudbay Minerals) EV-to-OCF: 14.78 (As of Sep. 14, 2026) — 144% Above Median

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HBM Hudbay Minerals Inc HBM
75 GF Score
Price $26.52
GF Value $10.68
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Hudbay Minerals EV-to-OCF?

Hudbay Minerals HBM -0.49% 75 EV-to-OCF is 14.78 as of Sep. 14, 2026, which is 144% above its 10-year median of 6.06. GuruFocus rates HBM with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of $10.68 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,677 Metals & Mining companies, Hudbay Minerals ranks worse than 90.59% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Hudbay Minerals's Enterprise Value is $12,282 Mil. Hudbay Minerals's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $831 Mil. Therefore, Hudbay Minerals's EV-to-OCF for today is 14.78.

The historical rank and industry rank for Hudbay Minerals's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

HBM' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 3.25   Med: 6.06   Max: 16.39
Current: 14.74

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Hudbay Minerals was 16.39. The lowest was 3.25. And the median was 6.06.

HBM's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
90.59% of 2677 companies
in the Metals & Mining industry
Industry Median: -8.45 vs HBM: 14.74

EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-09-14), Hudbay Minerals's stock price is $26.52. Hudbay Minerals's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $1.710. Therefore, Hudbay Minerals's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 15.51.


Hudbay Minerals  (NYSE:HBM) EV-to-OCF Explanation

EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

Hudbay Minerals's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=26.52/1.710
=15.51

Hudbay Minerals's share price for today is $26.52.
Hudbay Minerals's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $1.710.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


Hudbay Minerals EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Hudbay Minerals EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hudbay Minerals's EV-to-OCF can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Hudbay Minerals EV-to-OCF Chart

Hudbay Minerals Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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Hudbay Minerals Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
EV-to-OCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 5.97 8.77 11.78 11.26 13.50

HBM vs SCCO, FCX: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Copper subindustry, Hudbay Minerals's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Hudbay Minerals EV-to-OCF vs Metals & Mining Industry

For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, Hudbay Minerals's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Hudbay Minerals's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Hudbay Minerals EV-to-OCF Calculation

Hudbay Minerals's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=12282.247/831.2
=14.78

Hudbay Minerals's current Enterprise Value is $12,282 Mil.
Hudbay Minerals's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $831 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-OCF →
What does a EV-to-OCF of 14.78 mean?
Hudbay Minerals (HBM) has a EV-to-OCF of 14.78 as of Sep. 14, 2026. This is 144% above median its historical median of 6.06. Over the past decade, Hudbay Minerals' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 3.25 to 16.39. According to the industry distribution chart, Hudbay Minerals ranks #2425 out of 2677 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 90.6%.
Is Hudbay Minerals' EV-to-OCF too high?
Hudbay Minerals' current EV-to-OCF of 14.78 is 144% above median its 10-year median of 6.06. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 3.25 to a high of 16.39. Based on the distribution chart, Hudbay Minerals ranks #2425 out of 2677 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Hudbay Minerals has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hudbay Minerals' EV-to-OCF compare to SCCO and FCX?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, Hudbay Minerals ranks #2425 out of 2677 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Hudbay Minerals in the lower half of its industry. Historically, Hudbay Minerals' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 3.25 to 16.39 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-OCF for a Metals & Mining company?
A good EV-to-OCF depends on the Metals & Mining industry context. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Hudbay Minerals's current EV-to-OCF is 14.78, which is 144% above median its own 10-year median of 6.06. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hudbay Minerals stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hudbay Minerals (HBM) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $10.68, compared to a current price of $26.52 — trading 148.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 14.78, which is 144% above median its 10-year median of 6.06. Hudbay Minerals' overall GF Score™ is 75/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Hudbay Minerals (HBM), the current EV-to-OCF is 14.78 as of Sep. 14, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Hudbay Minerals (HBM) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hudbay Minerals stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $26.52 is trading 148.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of $10.68. GuruFocus considers Hudbay Minerals to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for HBM:

  • EV-to-OCF: 14.78 (144% above median its 10-year median of 6.06)
  • GF Value™: $10.68 vs. price of $26.52 (148.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the HBM stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Hudbay Minerals Business Description

Address 25 York Street, Suite 800, Toronto, ON, CAN, M5J 2V5
Hudbay Minerals Inc is a copper-focused critical minerals company with three long-life operations and a pipeline of copper growth projects in Canada, Peru, and the United States. Its operating portfolio includes the Constancia mine in Cusco (Peru), the Snow Lake operations in Manitoba (Canada), and the Copper Mountain mine in British Columbia (Canada). Copper is the primary metal produced by the company, which is complemented by gold, zinc, silver, and molybdenum production. Hudbay's growth pipeline includes the Copper World project and the Mason project in the USA, and the Llaguen project in Peru. The company's reportable segments are: Peru, which generates the maximum revenue, Manitoba, British Columbia, and Arizona. Geographically, it generates maximum revenue from China and Canada.
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