Ero Copper Corp (ERO)vsFreeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)
ERO
Ero Copper Corp
$34.17
+2.67%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.99B
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$71.54
+0.97%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $102.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc generates 2376% more annual revenue ($25.87B vs $1.04B). ERO leads profitability with a 29.8% profit margin vs 11.4%. ERO trades at a lower P/E of 13.0x. ERO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
ERO
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
FCX
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-4.8%
Fair Value
$30.07
Current Price
$34.17
$4.10 premium
Margin of Safety
-74.8%
Fair Value
$40.92
Current Price
$71.54
$30.62 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.6%
Revenue surging 73.9% year-over-year
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 33.4%
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 28.1% YoY
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
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 : ERO
The strongest argument for ERO centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.8% and operating margin at 37.6%. Revenue growth of 73.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : FCX
The strongest argument for FCX centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : ERO
No major red flags identified for ERO, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : FCX
The primary concerns for FCX are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ERO profiles as a growth stock while FCX is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
ERO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.67 — expect wider price swings.
ERO is growing revenue faster at 73.9% — sustainability is the question.
FCX generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ERO scores higher overall (73/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 29.8% margins and 73.9% revenue growth. 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.
Ero Copper Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · COPPER · USA
Ero Copper Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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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