Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)vsWheaton Precious Metals Corp (WPM)
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc
$74.36
+3.03%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $102.06B
WPM
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
$153.88
+4.17%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $68.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc generates 716% more annual revenue ($25.87B vs $3.17B). WPM leads profitability with a 64.7% profit margin vs 11.4%. WPM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.43. WPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
FCX
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
WPM
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-74.8%
Fair Value
$40.92
Current Price
$74.36
$33.44 premium
Margin of Safety
-63.0%
Fair Value
$92.05
Current Price
$153.88
$61.83 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
Keeps 65 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 72.3%
Revenue surging 84.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 85.7% YoY
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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FCX
The strongest argument for FCX centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : WPM
The strongest argument for WPM centers on PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 64.7% and operating margin at 72.3%. Revenue growth of 84.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FCX
The primary concerns for FCX are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : WPM
The primary concerns for WPM are P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FCX profiles as a declining stock while WPM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FCX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.40 — expect wider price swings.
WPM is growing revenue faster at 84.7% — sustainability is the question.
FCX generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WPM scores higher overall (78/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 64.7% margins and 84.7% revenue growth. 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 →Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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