BHP Group Limited (BHP)vsFreeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)
BHP
BHP Group Limited
$82.72
-6.83%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $223.12B
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$69.70
+6.86%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $103.10B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BHP Group Limited generates 104% more annual revenue ($53.99B vs $26.42B). BHP leads profitability with a 19.0% profit margin vs 10.3%. FCX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.51. FCX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
BHP
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
FCX
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BHP.
Margin of Safety
-51.1%
Fair Value
$41.08
Current Price
$69.69
$28.61 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.7%
Earnings expanding 27.5% YoY
Generating 4.3B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 31.1%
Earnings expanding 153.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BHP
The strongest argument for BHP centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.0% and operating margin at 40.7%. Revenue growth of 10.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : FCX
The strongest argument for FCX centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : BHP
The primary concerns for BHP are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : FCX
The primary concerns for FCX are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BHP profiles as a mature stock while FCX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FCX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
BHP is growing revenue faster at 10.8% — sustainability is the question.
BHP generates stronger free cash flow (4.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FCX scores higher overall (66/100 vs 62/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
BHP Group Limited
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
BHP Group engages in the natural resources business in Australia, Europe, China, Japan, India, South Korea, the rest of Asia, North America, South America and internationally. The company is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia.
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · COPPER · USA
Freeport-McMoRan Inc., often called Freeport, is an American mining company based in the Freeport-McMoRan Center, in Phoenix, Arizona.
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