Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsTanzanian Royalty Exploration Corp (TRX)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$66.13
-0.69%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $99.86B
TRX
Tanzanian Royalty Exploration Corp
$1.02
-2.86%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $321.15M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc generates 22289% more annual revenue ($25.87B vs $115.54M). FCX leads profitability with a 11.4% profit margin vs -16.7%. TRX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.00. FCX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
FCX
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
TRX
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-60.0%
Fair Value
$41.22
Current Price
$66.13
$24.91 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TRX.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 33.4%
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 28.1% YoY
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 47.7%
Revenue surging 163.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 254.9% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -23.2% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FCX
The strongest argument for FCX centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : TRX
The strongest argument for TRX centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 163.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.00 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 : TRX
The primary concerns for TRX are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FCX profiles as a declining stock while TRX is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FCX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.39 — expect wider price swings.
TRX is growing revenue faster at 163.3% — sustainability is the question.
FCX generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FCX scores higher overall (55/100 vs 53/100). 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.
Visit Website →Tanzanian Royalty Exploration Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Tanzanian Gold Corporation is engaged in the exploration and development of mineral property interests in the United Republic of Tanzania. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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