Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$60.47
-2.69%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $89.71B
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$351.42
-1.23%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $80.35B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc generates 6% more annual revenue ($26.44B vs $24.91B). FCX leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 10.7%. SHW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.14. FCX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
FCX
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
SHW
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-40.8%
Fair Value
$42.19
Current Price
$60.47
$18.28 premium
Margin of Safety
-7.6%
Fair Value
$337.95
Current Price
$351.42
$13.47 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 35.3%
Earnings expanding 76.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 67 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.9% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FCX
The strongest argument for FCX centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bear Case : FCX
The primary concerns for FCX are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SHW
The primary concerns for SHW are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 3.52 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FCX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.39 — expect wider price swings.
FCX is growing revenue faster at 8.2% — sustainability is the question.
SHW generates stronger free cash flow (976M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor COPPER industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FCX scores higher overall (66/100 vs 56/100). 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.
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.
Visit Website →Sherwin-Williams Co
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Sherwin Williams Company is a Cleveland, Ohio based company in the paint and coating manufacturing industry. The company primarily engages in the manufacture, distribution, and sale of paints, coatings, floorcoverings, and related products to professional, industrial, commercial, and retail customers primarily in North and South America and Europe.
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