Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsTaseko Mines Ltd (TGB)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$57.94
-7.51%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $89.71B
TGB
Taseko Mines Ltd
$7.00
-7.67%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc generates 2584% more annual revenue ($26.44B vs $985.32M). FCX leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 1.6%. TGB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.33. FCX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
FCX
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
TGB
Buy55
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
Margin of Safety
+24.5%
Fair Value
$9.24
Current Price
$7.00
$2.24 discount
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 184.8% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 22.5%
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 1.9% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FCX
The strongest argument for FCX centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bull Case : TGB
The strongest argument for TGB centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 184.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.33 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 : TGB
The primary concerns for TGB are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 368.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FCX profiles as a value stock while TGB is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TGB carries more volatility with a beta of 2.09 — expect wider price swings.
TGB is growing revenue faster at 184.8% — sustainability is the question.
FCX generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FCX scores higher overall (66/100 vs 55/100). TGB offers better value entry with a 24.5% margin of safety. 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 · COPPER · USA
Taseko Mines Limited, a mining company, acquires, develops and operates mineral properties. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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