Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)

NYSE
Currency in USD
41.18
-0.19(-0.46%)
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After Hours
41.11-0.07(-0.17%)
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Day's Range
41.1541.57
52 wk Range
27.6652.61
Key Statistics
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Prev. Close
41.37
Open
41.37
Day's Range
41.15-41.57
52 wk Range
27.66-52.61
Volume
6.19M
Average Volume (3m)
16.02M
1-Year Change
-13.65%
Book Value / Share
12.31
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Price Target
44.54
Upside
+8.17%
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Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc Company Profile

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. engages in the mining of mineral properties in North America, South America, and Indonesia. It primarily explores for copper, gold, molybdenum, silver, and other metals. The company’s assets include the Grasberg minerals district in Indonesia; Morenci, Bagdad, Safford, Sierrita, and Miami in Arizona; Chino and Tyrone in New Mexico; and Henderson and Climax in Colorado, North America, as well as Cerro Verde in Peru and El Abra in Chile. The company was formerly known as Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc. and changed its name to Freeport-McMoRan Inc. in July 2014. The company was incorporated in 1987 and is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.

Employees
28500

Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc SWOT Analysis


Copper Giant's Outlook
Freeport-McMoRan poised to capitalize on growing copper demand driven by renewable energy and electrification trends, with strong financial health and global operations
Indonesian Expansion
New smelter commissioning and potential Grasberg mine extension signal FCX's commitment to vertical integration and long-term growth in a key market
Financial Strength
FCX boasts impressive margins and cash flow potential, with analysts projecting $4.8 billion in free cash flow for 2025 and a 7% implied yield
Market Dynamics
Bullish copper outlook and supply challenges position FCX favorably, with analyst price targets ranging from $57 to $62, reflecting confidence in future performance
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Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q1/2025

  • Q1 2025 EPS of $0.24 and revenue of $5.73B beat forecasts; stock surged 5.2% in pre-market trading
  • Strong copper demand drives growth; company projects annual EBITDA of $11-15B, contingent on copper prices
  • Innovative leaching techniques boost production; 40M pounds of copper recovered from previously considered waste
  • 2025 guidance: 1.6B pounds copper sales, 1.6M ounces gold sales; aims to increase U.S. production and reduce costs
  • Potential risks include U.S. copper tariffs, price fluctuations, and global economic conditions affecting demand
Last Updated: 2025-04-24, 11:24 a/m
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P/E Ratio
33.6x8.6x1.7x
PEG Ratio
4.820.060.00
Price/Book
3.3x1.7x1.6x
Price / LTM Sales
2.4x2.4x1.2x
Upside (Analyst Target)
10.9%0.2%25.5%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

13 Buy
5 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
19 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 44.54
(+8.17% Upside)

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 1.22%
Dividend Yield
1.45%
Industry Median 3.28%
Annualized payout
0.60
Paid unevenly
5-Years Growth
+31.95%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Apr 24, 2025
EPS / Forecast
0.24 / 0.23
Revenue / Forecast
5.73B / 5.67B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

FCX Income Statement

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FAQ

What Is the Freeport-McMoran (FCX) Stock Price Today?

The Freeport-McMoran stock price today is 41.18

What Stock Exchange Does Freeport-McMoran Trade On?

Freeport-McMoran is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange stock exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Freeport-McMoran?

The stock symbol for Freeport-McMoran is "FCX."

Does Freeport-McMoran Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The Freeport-McMoran dividend yield is 0.73%.

What Is the Freeport-McMoran Market Cap?

As of today, Freeport-McMoran market cap is 59.14B.

What Is Freeport-McMoran's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Freeport-McMoran EPS (TTM) is 1.22.

When Is the Next Freeport-McMoran Earnings Date?

Freeport-McMoran will release its next earnings report on Jul 17, 2025.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is FCX a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Buy.

How Many Times Has Freeport-McMoran Stock Split?

Freeport-McMoran has split 4 times.

How Many Employees Does Freeport-McMoran Have?

Freeport-McMoran has 28500 employees.

What is the current trading status of Freeport-McMoran (FCX)?

As of Jun 19, 2025, Freeport-McMoran (FCX) is trading at a price of 41.18, with a previous close of 41.37. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 41.15 to 41.57, while its 52-week range spans from 27.66 to 52.61.

What Is Freeport-McMoran (FCX) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Freeport-McMoran is USD44.54316, with a high estimate of USD55 and a low estimate of USD26. 13 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 1 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +8.17% Upside potential.
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