Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsVerizon Communications Inc (VZ)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$61.65
+1.72%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $88.62B
VZ
Verizon Communications Inc
$47.22
+0.28%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $196.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Verizon Communications Inc generates 427% more annual revenue ($139.15B vs $26.42B). VZ leads profitability with a 12.5% profit margin vs 10.3%. VZ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.89. VZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
FCX
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
VZ
Strong Buy68
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
Margin of Safety
-4.4%
Fair Value
$45.11
Current Price
$47.22
$2.11 premium
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
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.2%
Generating 3.8B 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
2.9% revenue growth
4.3% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
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 : VZ
The strongest argument for VZ centers on P/E Ratio, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.89 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FCX
The primary concerns for FCX are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : VZ
The primary concerns for VZ are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-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.
VZ generates stronger free cash flow (3.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor COPPER industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
VZ scores higher overall (68/100 vs 64/100). 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 →Verizon Communications Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
Verizon Communications Inc. is an American multinational telecommunications conglomerate and a corporate component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average. The company is headquartered at 1095 Avenue of the Americas in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, but is incorporated in Delaware.
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