Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsUnited States Lime & Minerals Inc (USLM)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$66.13
-0.71%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $99.86B
USLM
United States Lime & Minerals Inc
$109.30
-0.74%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc generates 6763% more annual revenue ($25.87B vs $376.92M). USLM leads profitability with a 35.7% profit margin vs 11.4%. USLM trades at a lower P/E of 22.7x. USLM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
FCX
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
USLM
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-60.0%
Fair Value
$41.22
Current Price
$66.13
$24.91 premium
Margin of Safety
+6.3%
Fair Value
$115.00
Current Price
$109.30
$5.70 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 33.4%
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 28.1% YoY
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.0%
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
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 : USLM
The strongest argument for USLM centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.7% and operating margin at 41.0%.
Bear Case : FCX
The primary concerns for FCX are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : USLM
The primary concerns for USLM are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FCX profiles as a declining stock while USLM is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
FCX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.39 — expect wider price swings.
USLM is growing revenue faster at 8.3% — sustainability is the question.
FCX generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
USLM scores higher overall (56/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 35.7% margins. Both earn "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 →United States Lime & Minerals Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
United States Lime & Minerals, Inc. manufactures and supplies lime and limestone products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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