Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsSmith-Midland Corp (SMID)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$60.02
-2.68%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $84.51B
SMID
Smith-Midland Corp
$29.25
-0.10%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $151.77M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc generates 28519% more annual revenue ($26.42B vs $92.32M). SMID leads profitability with a 11.4% profit margin vs 10.3%. SMID appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.20. FCX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
FCX
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
SMID
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-53.8%
Fair Value
$41.29
Current Price
$60.02
$18.73 premium
Margin of Safety
-54.8%
Fair Value
$21.81
Current Price
$29.25
$7.44 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 31.1%
Earnings expanding 153.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 5.0%
Earnings declined 59.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FCX
The strongest argument for FCX centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bull Case : SMID
The strongest argument for SMID centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. PEG of 1.20 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FCX
The primary concerns for FCX are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SMID
The primary concerns for SMID are Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FCX profiles as a value stock while SMID is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
SMID carries more volatility with a beta of 1.72 — expect wider price swings.
FCX is growing revenue faster at 8.8% — sustainability is the question.
FCX generates stronger free cash flow (522M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FCX scores higher overall (66/100 vs 51/100). 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 →Smith-Midland Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
Smith-Midland Corporation invents, develops, manufactures, markets, leases, licenses, sells, and installs precast concrete products primarily for use in the construction, highway, utility, and agricultural industries. The company is headquartered in Midland, Virginia.
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