Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsSimpson Manufacturing Company Inc (SSD)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$57.94
-7.44%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $89.71B
SSD
Simpson Manufacturing Company Inc
$205.16
+4.22%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $8.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc generates 985% more annual revenue ($26.44B vs $2.44B). SSD leads profitability with a 15.6% profit margin vs 13.0%. FCX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.62. FCX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
FCX
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
SSD
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-48.3%
Fair Value
$42.13
Current Price
$57.94
$15.81 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SSD.
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
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 22.1%
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.3% revenue growth
3.9% earnings growth
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, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.6% and operating margin at 22.1%.
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 Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
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.
FCX generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor COPPER industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FCX scores higher overall (66/100 vs 54/100). 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 →Simpson Manufacturing Company Inc
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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