Antofagasta Plc Hits Day High with Strong 5.89% Intraday Surge

Antofagasta Plc, a prominent player in the Minerals & Mining sector, has shown significant activity today, gaining 5.89% as of September 30, 2025. The stock reached an intraday high of GBP 28.05, reflecting its strong performance relative to the broader market. Over the past week, Antofagasta has surged by 18.42%, and its one-month performance stands at an impressive 27.36%.
In the context of longer-term performance, Antofagasta has delivered a remarkable 73.02% return year-to-date and a substantial 162.0% increase over the past three years, significantly outperforming the FTSE 100 index during these periods. The company's financial health is underscored by a robust EBIT to Interest ratio of 24.85, indicating a strong capacity to service its debt.

Despite facing challenges with negative results in the last three quarters, Antofagasta's return on equity stands at 15.12%, and its profits have increased by 37.2% over the past year. The stock's price-to-book ratio of 3.67 suggests a premium valuation in the current market landscape.