Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsUnited States Lime & Minerals Inc (USLM)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$63.45
+5.75%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $84.51B
USLM
United States Lime & Minerals Inc
$113.00
-0.65%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc generates 7054% more annual revenue ($26.42B vs $369.31M). USLM leads profitability with a 35.4% profit margin vs 10.3%. USLM trades at a lower P/E of 23.1x. FCX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
FCX
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
USLM
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-53.4%
Fair Value
$41.36
Current Price
$63.45
$22.09 premium
Margin of Safety
+4.9%
Fair Value
$113.33
Current Price
$113.00
$0.33 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
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.7%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 3.7%
Earnings declined 10.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FCX
The strongest argument for FCX centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bull Case : USLM
The strongest argument for USLM centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.4% and operating margin at 40.7%.
Bear Case : FCX
The primary concerns for FCX are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : USLM
The primary concerns for USLM are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FCX profiles as a value stock while USLM is a declining 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 (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FCX scores higher overall (66/100 vs 46/100). 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 →United States Lime & Minerals Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
United States Lime & Minerals, Inc. manufactures and supplies lime and limestone products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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