Ero Copper Corp (ERO)vsFreeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)
ERO
Ero Copper Corp
$30.82
+1.25%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.25B
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$57.94
-7.44%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $89.71B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc generates 2431% more annual revenue ($26.44B vs $1.04B). ERO leads profitability with a 29.8% profit margin vs 13.0%. ERO trades at a lower P/E of 10.6x. ERO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
ERO
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
FCX
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-5.1%
Fair Value
$29.96
Current Price
$30.82
$0.86 premium
Margin of Safety
-48.3%
Fair Value
$42.13
Current Price
$57.94
$15.81 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 35.3%
Earnings expanding 76.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Moderate valuation
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 P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. 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, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
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 value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ERO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — 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 (76/100 vs 66/100), backed by strong 29.8% margins and 73.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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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