Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsVale SA ADR (VALE)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$57.09
+1.08%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $82.05B
VALE
Vale SA ADR
$15.14
+1.82%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $64.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vale SA ADR generates 724% more annual revenue ($213.59B vs $25.92B). FCX leads profitability with a 8.5% profit margin vs 6.5%. FCX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.30. VALE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
FCX
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
VALE
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+8.0%
Fair Value
$71.14
Current Price
$57.09
$14.05 discount
Margin of Safety
-47.9%
Fair Value
$11.75
Current Price
$15.14
$3.39 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 47.7% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 27.6%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
0.5% revenue growth
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
6.5% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FCX
The strongest argument for FCX centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : VALE
The strongest argument for VALE centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : FCX
The primary concerns for FCX are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : VALE
The primary concerns for VALE are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FCX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.44 — expect wider price swings.
VALE is growing revenue faster at 0.5% — sustainability is the question.
VALE generates stronger free cash flow (723M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor COPPER industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
VALE scores higher overall (55/100 vs 52/100). 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 →Vale SA ADR
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
Vale SA produces and sells iron ore and iron ore pellets for use as raw material in steelmaking in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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