Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$57.09
+1.08%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $82.05B
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$321.95
-0.72%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $77.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc generates 10% more annual revenue ($25.92B vs $23.57B). SHW leads profitability with a 10.9% profit margin vs 8.5%. SHW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.63. SHW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
FCX
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
SHW
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+8.0%
Fair Value
$71.14
Current Price
$57.09
$14.05 discount
Margin of Safety
-237.9%
Fair Value
$92.84
Current Price
$321.95
$229.11 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 47.7% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 59 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 17.2x book value
1.4% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FCX
The strongest argument for FCX centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth.
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 P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FCX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.44 — expect wider price swings.
SHW is growing revenue faster at 5.6% — sustainability is the question.
SHW generates stronger free cash flow (862M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor COPPER industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SHW scores higher overall (54/100 vs 52/100). Both earn "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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