Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsWorthington Steel Inc (WS)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$69.62
+2.11%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $91.20B
WS
Worthington Steel Inc
$38.26
+3.29%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.83B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc generates 651% more annual revenue ($25.87B vs $3.44B). FCX leads profitability with a 11.4% profit margin vs 0.3%. FCX trades at a lower P/E of 33.0x. FCX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
FCX
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
WS
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
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 WS.
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
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FCX
The strongest argument for FCX centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : WS
The strongest argument for WS centers on Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FCX
The primary concerns for FCX are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : WS
The primary concerns for WS are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 211.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FCX profiles as a declining stock while WS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WS carries more volatility with a beta of 2.32 — expect wider price swings.
WS is growing revenue faster at 11.6% — 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 42/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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 →Worthington Steel Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Worthington Steel, Inc. is a steel processor in North America. The company is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.
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