Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsUnited States Antimony Corporation (UAMY)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$63.45
+5.75%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $84.51B
UAMY
United States Antimony Corporation
$4.91
+6.31%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $809.09M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc generates 67574% more annual revenue ($26.42B vs $39.04M). FCX leads profitability with a 10.3% profit margin vs -41.4%. FCX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
FCX
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
UAMY
Avoid15
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-53.4%
Fair Value
$41.36
Current Price
$63.45
$22.09 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for UAMY.
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
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
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
ROE of -12.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 3.1%
Earnings declined 23.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FCX
The strongest argument for FCX centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bull Case : UAMY
The strongest argument for UAMY centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : FCX
The primary concerns for FCX are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : UAMY
The primary concerns for UAMY are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FCX profiles as a value stock while UAMY is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
FCX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.36 — expect wider price swings.
FCX is growing revenue faster at 8.8% — 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 15/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" 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 · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
United States Antimony Corporation produces and sells antimony, silver, gold, and zeolite products in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Thompson Falls, Montana.
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