Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsSuzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR (SUZ)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$63.45
+5.75%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $84.51B
SUZ
Suzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR
$8.43
+1.57%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.38B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Suzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR generates 87% more annual revenue ($49.53B vs $26.42B). SUZ leads profitability with a 23.0% profit margin vs 10.3%. SUZ trades at a lower P/E of 4.5x. FCX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
FCX
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
SUZ
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-53.4%
Fair Value
$41.36
Current Price
$63.45
$22.09 premium
Margin of Safety
+50.2%
Fair Value
$22.45
Current Price
$8.43
$14.02 discount
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
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 5.1%
Earnings declined 31.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FCX
The strongest argument for FCX centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bull Case : SUZ
The strongest argument for SUZ centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.0% and operating margin at 16.7%.
Bear Case : FCX
The primary concerns for FCX are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SUZ
The primary concerns for SUZ are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 2.03 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FCX profiles as a value stock while SUZ is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
FCX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.36 — expect wider price swings.
FCX is growing revenue faster at 8.8% — sustainability is the question.
FCX generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FCX scores higher overall (66/100 vs 57/100). SUZ offers better value entry with a 50.2% margin of safety. 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 →Suzano Papel e Celulose SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · PAPER & PAPER PRODUCTS · USA
Suzano SA produces and sells eucalyptus pulp and paper products in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in Salvador, Brazil.
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