Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsVulcan Materials Company (VMC)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$59.42
+2.63%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $89.71B
VMC
Vulcan Materials Company
$282.72
-0.98%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $36.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc generates 226% more annual revenue ($26.44B vs $8.12B). VMC leads profitability with a 13.8% profit margin vs 13.0%. VMC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.79. FCX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
FCX
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
VMC
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-48.3%
Fair Value
$42.13
Current Price
$59.42
$17.29 premium
Margin of Safety
-83.8%
Fair Value
$173.96
Current Price
$282.72
$108.76 premium
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
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.5% revenue growth
2.7% earnings growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FCX
The strongest argument for FCX centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bull Case : VMC
The strongest argument for VMC centers on Operating Margin.
Bear Case : FCX
The primary concerns for FCX are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : VMC
The primary concerns for VMC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
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 53/100). 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.
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BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
Vulcan Materials Company (NYSE: VMC) is an American company based in Birmingham, Alabama. It is principally engaged in the production, distribution and sale of construction materials.
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