FCX Freeport-McMoRan Inc. - Fundamental Analysis
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FCX Stock | Fundamental Analysis & Investment Insights
NYSE
Basic Materials
Copper
Current Price
Live
$58.71
Analyst Target
$56.65
-3.5%
Downside
52W High
$60.71
52W Low
$27.66
At a glance
Key valuation, profitability, growth, and risk metrics.
AI Analysis
AI-powered fundamental assessment
Confidence
72%
Freeport-McMoRan (FCX) shows mixed financial health with a weak Piotroski F-Score of 4/9, indicating marginal stability, and lacks an Altman Z-Score for distress risk assessment. While profitability metrics like ROE (14.54%) and operating margin (28.06%) are strong, elevated valuation multiples (P/E of 41.06 vs. sector avg 28.82) and declining technical trend (10/100) suggest overbought conditions. Earnings growth is robust (YoY +27.8%), but insider selling and a high current price relative to Graham Number ($20.47) raise concerns about near-term downside. Analysts recommend 'buy' with a target ($56.65) slightly below current price, implying limited upside.
Key Strengths
Strong operating profitability with operating margin of 28.06% and ROE of 14.54%, above sector average
Low debt/equity ratio of 0.31, indicating conservative capital structure relative to peers (avg 0.91)
Consistent earnings beat streak: 3 out of last 4 quarters beat estimates, with average surprise of 12.51%
Solid free cash flow generation implied by strong operating margins and positive earnings growth
Significant 1-year price appreciation (+48.7%) reflecting strong investor sentiment and commodity tailwinds
Key Risks
Weak Piotroski F-Score of 4/9 suggests deteriorating financial health and limited operational momentum
Elevated valuation: P/E of 41.06 significantly above sector average (28.82) and forward P/E still high at 23.91
Bearish insider activity: recent officer sales totaling $1.82M signal lack of confidence at current levels
Technical trend score of 10/100 indicates strong bearish momentum despite long-term gains
Dividend strength rated low at 40/100 with modest yield (1.00%) and uncertain sustainability under stress
AI Fair Value Estimate
Based on comprehensive analysis
$42.18
-28.2% below current price
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