Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsWPP PLC ADR (WPP)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$57.09
+1.08%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $82.05B
WPP
WPP PLC ADR
$15.50
+1.64%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $3.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc generates 91% more annual revenue ($25.92B vs $13.55B). FCX leads profitability with a 8.5% profit margin vs -1.6%. FCX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.30. FCX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
FCX
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
WPP
Avoid35
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+8.0%
Fair Value
$71.14
Current Price
$57.09
$14.05 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WPP.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 47.7% YoY
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Operating margin of 2.2%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -5.3% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FCX
The strongest argument for FCX centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : WPP
The strongest argument for WPP centers on Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : FCX
The primary concerns for FCX are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : WPP
The primary concerns for WPP are Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 2.13 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FCX profiles as a value stock while WPP is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
FCX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.44 — expect wider price swings.
FCX is growing revenue faster at -1.5% — sustainability is the question.
WPP generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FCX scores higher overall (52/100 vs 35/100). 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.
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COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
WPP plc, a creative transformation company, provides communications, expertise, trade and technology services in North America, the UK, Western Continental Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and Central and Eastern Europe. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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