Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsU.S. Bancorp (USB)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$61.65
+1.72%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $88.62B
USB
U.S. Bancorp
$55.53
+0.40%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $85.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
U.S. Bancorp generates 1% more annual revenue ($26.65B vs $26.42B). USB leads profitability with a 29.3% profit margin vs 10.3%. USB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.92. USB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
FCX
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
USB
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-36.5%
Fair Value
$47.94
Current Price
$61.65
$13.71 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for USB.
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%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 37.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.6% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FCX
The strongest argument for FCX centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : USB
The strongest argument for USB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.3% and operating margin at 37.8%.
Bear Case : FCX
The primary concerns for FCX are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : USB
The primary concerns for USB are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FCX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
FCX is growing revenue faster at 8.8% — sustainability is the question.
USB generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor COPPER industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
USB scores higher overall (71/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 29.3% margins. Both earn "Strong 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 →U.S. Bancorp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
U.S. Bancorp is an American bank holding company based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and incorporated in Delaware. The company provides banking, investment, mortgage, trust, and payment services products to individuals, businesses, governmental entities, and other financial institutions.
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