Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsVulcan Materials Company (VMC)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$72.08
-0.70%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $102.06B
VMC
Vulcan Materials Company
$244.40
-1.40%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $31.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc generates 219% more annual revenue ($25.87B vs $8.12B). VMC leads profitability with a 13.8% profit margin vs 11.4%. VMC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.77. VMC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
FCX
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
VMC
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-74.8%
Fair Value
$40.92
Current Price
$72.08
$31.16 premium
Margin of Safety
-84.8%
Fair Value
$173.06
Current Price
$244.40
$71.34 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 33.4%
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 28.1% YoY
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
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
Moderate valuation
2.5% revenue growth
2.7% earnings growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FCX
The strongest argument for FCX centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : VMC
The strongest argument for VMC centers on Operating Margin.
Bear Case : FCX
The primary concerns for FCX are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : VMC
The primary concerns for VMC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FCX profiles as a declining stock while VMC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FCX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.40 — expect wider price swings.
VMC is growing revenue faster at 2.5% — sustainability is the question.
FCX generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VMC scores higher overall (56/100 vs 55/100). 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.
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BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
Vulcan Materials Company (NYSE: VMC) is an American company based in Birmingham, Alabama. It is principally engaged in the production, distribution and sale of construction materials.
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