Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsWheaton Precious Metals Corp (WPM)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$61.84
-3.98%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $100.82B
WPM
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
$112.79
-3.15%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $57.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc generates 862% more annual revenue ($26.42B vs $2.75B). WPM leads profitability with a 65.5% profit margin vs 10.3%. WPM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.43. WPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
FCX
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
WPM
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-68.1%
Fair Value
$41.17
Current Price
$61.84
$20.67 premium
Margin of Safety
-54.1%
Fair Value
$79.55
Current Price
$112.79
$33.24 premium
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Keeps 66 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 75.0%
Revenue surging 91.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 128.8% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : WPM
The strongest argument for WPM centers on PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 65.5% and operating margin at 75.0%. Revenue growth of 91.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FCX
The primary concerns for FCX are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : WPM
The primary concerns for WPM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FCX profiles as a value stock while WPM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FCX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.36 — expect wider price swings.
WPM is growing revenue faster at 91.6% — sustainability is the question.
WPM generates stronger free cash flow (692M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WPM scores higher overall (78/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 65.5% margins and 91.6% revenue growth. 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.
Visit Website →Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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