Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsWestlake Chemical Partners LP (WLKP)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$62.45
-5.58%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $99.86B
WLKP
Westlake Chemical Partners LP
$21.13
-0.05%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $745.45M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc generates 1995% more annual revenue ($25.87B vs $1.23B). FCX leads profitability with a 11.4% profit margin vs 4.7%. WLKP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.23. WLKP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
FCX
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
WLKP
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-60.0%
Fair Value
$41.22
Current Price
$62.45
$21.23 premium
Margin of Safety
-6.8%
Fair Value
$20.13
Current Price
$21.13
$1.00 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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 29.4%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.0% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
4.7% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FCX
The strongest argument for FCX centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : WLKP
The strongest argument for WLKP centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.23 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 : WLKP
The primary concerns for WLKP are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.58 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 4.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FCX profiles as a declining stock while WLKP is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FCX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.39 — expect wider price swings.
WLKP is growing revenue faster at 0.0% — sustainability is the question.
FCX generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WLKP scores higher overall (59/100 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.
Visit Website →Westlake Chemical Partners LP
BASIC MATERIALS · CHEMICALS · USA
Westlake Chemical Partners LP acquires, develops and operates ethylene production facilities and related assets in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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