Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsTaseko Mines Ltd (TGB)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$69.70
-0.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $100.82B
TGB
Taseko Mines Ltd
$7.63
-3.90%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc generates 3328% more annual revenue ($26.42B vs $770.85M). FCX leads profitability with a 10.3% profit margin vs 2.0%. TGB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.33. FCX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
FCX
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
TGB
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-70.8%
Fair Value
$41.08
Current Price
$69.69
$28.61 premium
Margin of Safety
+2.3%
Fair Value
$7.31
Current Price
$7.63
$0.32 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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 70.4% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 23.4%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 1.9% — below average capital efficiency
2.0% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FCX
The strongest argument for FCX centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bull Case : TGB
The strongest argument for TGB centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 70.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.33 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FCX
The primary concerns for FCX are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : TGB
The primary concerns for TGB are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 187.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FCX profiles as a value stock while TGB is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TGB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.98 — expect wider price swings.
TGB is growing revenue faster at 70.4% — sustainability is the question.
FCX generates stronger free cash flow (522M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FCX scores higher overall (63/100 vs 55/100). Both earn "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.
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BASIC MATERIALS · COPPER · USA
Taseko Mines Limited, a mining company, acquires, develops and operates mineral properties. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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