Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsTaseko Mines Ltd (TGB)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$55.57
-1.73%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $79.77B
TGB
Taseko Mines Ltd
$6.84
-0.15%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc generates 3826% more annual revenue ($26.42B vs $672.90M). FCX leads profitability with a 10.3% profit margin vs -4.5%. TGB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.33. FCX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
FCX
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
TGB
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-36.4%
Fair Value
$47.98
Current Price
$55.57
$7.59 premium
Margin of Safety
-17.4%
Fair Value
$7.11
Current Price
$6.84
$0.27 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 154.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 23.1%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 45.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -4.7% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 45.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FCX
The strongest argument for FCX centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : TGB
The strongest argument for TGB centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 45.3% 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 Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.58 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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 2.03 — expect wider price swings.
TGB is growing revenue faster at 45.3% — sustainability is the question.
FCX generates stronger free cash flow (522M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FCX scores higher overall (64/100 vs 48/100). 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.
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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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