Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsTernium SA ADR (TX)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$59.42
+2.63%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $89.71B
TX
Ternium SA ADR
$49.16
+1.07%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc generates 58% more annual revenue ($26.44B vs $16.69B). FCX leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 5.7%. TX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.13. TX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
FCX
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
TX
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-48.3%
Fair Value
$42.13
Current Price
$59.42
$17.29 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TX.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 35.3%
Earnings expanding 76.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 1256.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
17.4% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 5.7% — below average capital efficiency
5.7% margin — thin
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 : TX
The strongest argument for TX centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 17.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.13 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 : TX
The primary concerns for TX are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FCX profiles as a value stock while TX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FCX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.39 — expect wider price swings.
TX is growing revenue faster at 17.4% — sustainability is the question.
FCX generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TX scores higher overall (72/100 vs 66/100) and 17.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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 →Ternium SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · STEEL · USA
Ternium SA manufactures and processes various steel products in Mexico, Argentina, Paraguay, Chile, Bolivia, Uruguay, Brazil, the United States, Colombia, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Honduras, El Salvador and Nicaragua. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.
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