Antofagasta Plc Hits Day High with Strong 3.65% Intraday Surge

Antofagasta Plc, a prominent player in the Minerals & Mining sector, has shown significant activity today, gaining 3.65% on November 25, 2025. The stock reached an intraday high of GBP 26.88, reflecting its strong market position.
In terms of performance metrics, Antofagasta has outperformed the FTSE 100 over various time frames. Over the past year, the stock has delivered a remarkable 60.47% return, compared to the FTSE 100's 15.41%. Year-to-date, Antofagasta's performance stands at 67.99%, significantly higher than the FTSE 100's 16.66%.

Despite a recent decline of 2.45% over the past week, the company's long-term performance remains robust, with a 96.32% increase over the last three years and an impressive 117.86% rise over the past five years.

Financially, Antofagasta maintains a strong ability to service its debt, evidenced by a healthy EBIT to Interest ratio of 24.85. The company’s return on equity stands at 15.12%, although it faces challenges with a high price-to-book ratio of 3.80. Overall, Antofagasta Plc continues to demonstrate resilience in a competitive market.