Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsUSA Rare Earth, Inc. (USAR)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$69.62
+2.11%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $91.20B
USAR
USA Rare Earth, Inc.
$19.33
+11.03%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc generates 352277% more annual revenue ($25.87B vs $7.34M). FCX leads profitability with a 11.4% profit margin vs 0.0%. FCX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
FCX
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
USAR
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-71.4%
Fair Value
$40.49
Current Price
$69.62
$29.13 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for USAR.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 33.4%
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 27.1% YoY
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
0.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FCX
The strongest argument for FCX centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : USAR
The strongest argument for USAR centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bear Case : FCX
The primary concerns for FCX are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : USAR
The primary concerns for USAR are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FCX profiles as a declining stock while USAR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
USAR carries more volatility with a beta of 2.48 — expect wider price swings.
USAR is growing revenue faster at 0.0% — sustainability is the question.
FCX generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FCX scores higher overall (58/100 vs 28/100). Both earn "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.
Visit Website →USA Rare Earth, Inc.
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
USA Rare Earth, Inc. engages in mining, processing, and supplying rare earths and other critical minerals. The company is headquartered in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
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