Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsSimpson Manufacturing Company Inc (SSD)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$60.02
-2.68%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $84.51B
SSD
Simpson Manufacturing Company Inc
$189.48
-4.44%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc generates 1009% more annual revenue ($26.42B vs $2.38B). SSD leads profitability with a 14.9% profit margin vs 10.3%. SSD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.80. FCX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
FCX
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
SSD
Buy56
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
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SSD.
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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FCX
The strongest argument for FCX centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bull Case : SSD
The strongest argument for SSD centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : FCX
The primary concerns for FCX are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SSD
The primary concerns for SSD are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FCX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.36 — expect wider price swings.
SSD is growing revenue faster at 9.1% — sustainability is the question.
FCX generates stronger free cash flow (522M), 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.
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BASIC MATERIALS · LUMBER & WOOD PRODUCTION · USA
Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc. designs, designs, manufactures and sells products for the construction of wooden and concrete buildings. The company is headquartered in Pleasanton, California.
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