What is Southern Copper's liability for uncertain tax positions noncurrent?

Southern Copper (SCCO) reported liability for uncertain tax positions noncurrent of $97.10M in Q4 2025.

Liability For Uncertain Tax Positions Noncurrent

Southern Copper Liability For Uncertain Tax Positions Noncurrent decreased by 7.4% to $97.10M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. This is a positive signal — lower values indicate better performance for this metric.

Analysis

StatementBalance Sheet Statement

SectionNon-Current Liabilities

CategoryRisk

SignalLower is better

VolatilityModerate

First reportedQ4 2024

Last reportedQ4 2025

How to read this metric

An increase suggests higher tax audit risk or aggressive tax planning, while a decrease indicates the resolution of past tax uncertainties.

Detailed definition

This represents the estimated liability for tax positions taken by the company that may be challenged by tax authorities...

Peer comparison

Standard for multinational corporations operating in multiple jurisdictions with complex tax environments.

Metric ID: non_current_liabilities_liability_for_uncertain_tax_posi_541f68

Historical Data

2 periods

	Q4 '24	Q4 '25
Value	$104.90M	$97.10M
QoQ Change	—	-7.4%
YoY Change	—	-7.4%

Range$97.10M – $104.90M

Avg YoY Growth-7.4%

Median YoY Growth-7.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Southern Copper's liability for uncertain tax positions noncurrent?: Southern Copper (SCCO) reported liability for uncertain tax positions noncurrent of $97.10M in Q4 2025.
What does liability for uncertain tax positions noncurrent mean?: The estimated amount set aside for potential tax payments resulting from disputed tax filings.