Ero Copper Corp (ERO)vsFreeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)
ERO
Ero Copper Corp
$25.78
-16.19%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.06B
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$69.70
-0.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $100.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc generates 2760% more annual revenue ($26.42B vs $923.93M). ERO leads profitability with a 31.6% profit margin vs 10.3%. ERO trades at a lower P/E of 10.5x. ERO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
ERO
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
FCX
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-17.0%
Fair Value
$26.93
Current Price
$25.78
$1.15 premium
Margin of Safety
-70.8%
Fair Value
$41.08
Current Price
$69.69
$28.61 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.7%
Revenue surging 110.4% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 31.1%
Earnings expanding 153.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ERO
The strongest argument for ERO centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.6% and operating margin at 34.7%. Revenue growth of 110.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : FCX
The strongest argument for FCX centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : ERO
No major red flags identified for ERO, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : FCX
The primary concerns for FCX are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ERO profiles as a growth stock while FCX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ERO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.56 — expect wider price swings.
ERO is growing revenue faster at 110.4% — sustainability is the question.
FCX generates stronger free cash flow (522M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ERO scores higher overall (78/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 31.6% margins and 110.4% 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.
Ero Copper Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · COPPER · USA
Ero Copper Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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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