Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA (LIM:CVERDEC1) EV-to-OCF: 13.43 (As of Aug. 17, 2026) — 43% Above Median

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LIM:CVERDEC1 Sociedad Minera Cerro Verde SAA LIM:CVERDEC1
76 GF Score
Price $69.53
GF Value $48.08
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA EV-to-OCF?

Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA LIM:CVERDEC1 -0.06% 76 EV-to-OCF is 13.43 as of Aug. 17, 2026, which is 43% above its 10-year median of 9.40. GuruFocus rates LIM:CVERDEC1 with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of $48.08 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,666 Metals & Mining companies, Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA ranks worse than 89.23% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA's Enterprise Value is $23,364 Mil. Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $1,740 Mil. Therefore, Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA's EV-to-OCF for today is 13.43.

The historical rank and industry rank for Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

LIM:CVERDEC1' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.76   Med: 9.4   Max: 20.95
Current: 13.43

During the past 12 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA was 20.95. The lowest was 4.76. And the median was 9.40.

LIM:CVERDEC1's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
89.23% of 2666 companies
in the Metals & Mining industry
Industry Median: -8.815 vs LIM:CVERDEC1: 13.43

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 (2026-08-17), Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA's stock price is $69.53. Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $3.905. Therefore, Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 17.81.


Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA  (LIM:CVERDEC1) 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.

Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=69.53/3.905
=17.81

Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA's share price for today is $69.53.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $3.905.

* 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.


Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA'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.

Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA EV-to-OCF Chart

Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA Annual Data
Trend Dec07 Dec08 Dec09 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 7.38 11.47 9.02 8.01 9.30

Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA Semi-Annual Data
Dec05 Dec06 Dec07 Dec08 Dec09 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 7.38 11.47 9.02 8.01 9.30

LIM:CVERDEC1 vs SCCO, FCX: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Copper subindustry, Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA'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.


Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA EV-to-OCF vs Metals & Mining Industry

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

* The bar in red indicates where Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA EV-to-OCF Calculation

Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=23363.660/1739.923
=13.43

Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA's current Enterprise Value is $23,364 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $1,740 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 13.43 mean?
Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA (LIM:CVERDEC1) has a EV-to-OCF of 13.43 as of Aug. 17, 2026. This is 43% above median its historical median of 9.40. Over the past decade, Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 4.76 to 20.95. According to the industry distribution chart, Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA ranks #2379 out of 2666 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 89.2%.
Is Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA's EV-to-OCF too high?
Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA's current EV-to-OCF of 13.43 is 43% above median its 10-year median of 9.40. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.76 to a high of 20.95. Based on the distribution chart, Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA ranks #2379 out of 2666 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA's EV-to-OCF compare to SCCO and FCX?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA ranks #2379 out of 2666 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA in the lower half of its industry. Historically, Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 4.76 to 20.95 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. Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA's current EV-to-OCF is 13.43, which is 43% above median its own 10-year median of 9.40. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA (LIM:CVERDEC1) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $48.08, compared to a current price of $69.53 — trading 44.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 13.43, which is 43% above median its 10-year median of 9.40. Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 4 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 Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA (LIM:CVERDEC1), the current EV-to-OCF is 13.43 as of Aug. 17, 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 Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA (LIM:CVERDEC1) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $69.53 is trading 44.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of $48.08. GuruFocus considers Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for LIM:CVERDEC1:

  • EV-to-OCF: 13.43 (43% above median its 10-year median of 9.40)
  • GF Value™: $48.08 vs. price of $69.53 (44.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the LIM:CVERDEC1 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Sociedad Minera Cerro VerdeA Business Description

Address Jacinto Ibanez Street, No.315, Industrial Park, Arequipa, PER
Sociedad Minera Cerro Verde SAA is involved in the exploration, extraction, production and sale of copper from deposits located in the southwest of the Arequipa city.
76GF Score

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