Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsTronox Holdings PLC (TROX)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$63.45
+5.77%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $84.51B
TROX
Tronox Holdings PLC
$6.06
-1.46%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $973.10M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc generates 805% more annual revenue ($26.42B vs $2.92B). FCX leads profitability with a 10.3% profit margin vs -15.8%. FCX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
FCX
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
TROX
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-53.8%
Fair Value
$41.29
Current Price
$63.45
$22.16 premium
Margin of Safety
+75.1%
Fair Value
$33.73
Current Price
$6.06
$27.67 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 48.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.0% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -35.8% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FCX
The strongest argument for FCX centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bull Case : TROX
The strongest argument for TROX centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : FCX
The primary concerns for FCX are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : TROX
The primary concerns for TROX are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.69 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FCX profiles as a value stock while TROX is a turnaround 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 (522M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FCX scores higher overall (66/100 vs 48/100). TROX offers better value entry with a 75.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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 →Tronox Holdings PLC
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Tronox Holdings plc is a vertically integrated manufacturer of TiO2 pigment in North America, South and Central America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.
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