Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsUS Gold Corp (USAU)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$57.94
-7.51%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $89.71B
USAU
US Gold Corp
$10.58
-6.21%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $174.54M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
FCX leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 0.0%. FCX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
FCX
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
USAU
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-48.3%
Fair Value
$42.13
Current Price
$57.94
$15.81 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for USAU.
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FCX
The strongest argument for FCX centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bull Case : USAU
The strongest argument for USAU centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : FCX
The primary concerns for FCX are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : USAU
The primary concerns for USAU are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FCX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.39 — expect wider price swings.
FCX is growing revenue faster at 8.2% — sustainability is the question.
FCX generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor COPPER industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FCX scores higher overall (66/100 vs 31/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" 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 · GOLD · USA
US Gold Corp. The company is headquartered in Elko, Nevada.
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