Freeport-McMoRan (FCX) Stock Overview
Engages in the mining of mineral properties in North America, South America, and Indonesia. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
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| Valuation | 4/6 |
| Future Growth | 1/6 |
| Past Performance | 3/6 |
| Financial Health | 5/6 |
| Dividends | 3/6 |
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An Undervalued 3.3Moz Gold Project in Canada
Key takeaways Upside Gold is developing the Kena Gold Project, near the town of Nelson in the Kootenays region of southern British Columbia. Kena hosts a historical gold resource of 3.33 million ounces (561,000 ounces Indicated and 2.77 million ounces Inferred) across a 10,200-hectare land package.
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$55.57 |
| 52 Week High | US$70.97 |
| 52 Week Low | US$35.15 |
| Beta | 1.47 |
| 1 Month Change | -9.47% |
| 3 Month Change | -14.07% |
| 1 Year Change | 48.78% |
| 3 Year Change | 52.00% |
| 5 Year Change | 30.02% |
| Change since IPO | 353.63% |
Recent News & Updates
FCX: Grasberg Agreement And Production Cuts Will Limit Upside Despite Copper Strength
The analyst price target for Freeport-McMoRan has been raised from $36.50 to $48.50, reflecting updated views from recent research, where several firms lifted targets on revised metal price assumptions and copper demand expectations, while others cited mine production cuts and valuation concerns in more cautious calls. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Freeport-McMoRan shows a mix of supportive and cautious views, with some firms raising price targets and others trimming expectations or downgrading the shares.Freeport-McMoRan: Grasberg Woes Offer A Post-Earnings Buying Opportunity
Apr 23
Freeport-McMoRan (FCX): The Copper King and the "Energy Transition" Pivot
Freeport-McMoRan (FCX) , the world’s largest publicly traded copper producer and a major gold player, enters Wednesday, April 22, 2026 , in a position of strategic dominance. Trading at $69.02 USD —down 1.65% in a pre-earnings consolidation—the stock is the primary vehicle for investors betting on the electrification of the global economy.Recent updates
FCX: Grasberg Agreement And Production Cuts Will Limit Upside Despite Copper Strength
The analyst price target for Freeport-McMoRan has been raised from $36.50 to $48.50, reflecting updated views from recent research, where several firms lifted targets on revised metal price assumptions and copper demand expectations, while others cited mine production cuts and valuation concerns in more cautious calls. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Freeport-McMoRan shows a mix of supportive and cautious views, with some firms raising price targets and others trimming expectations or downgrading the shares.Freeport-McMoRan: Grasberg Woes Offer A Post-Earnings Buying Opportunity
Apr 23Freeport-McMoRan (FCX): The Copper King and the "Energy Transition" Pivot
Freeport-McMoRan (FCX) , the world’s largest publicly traded copper producer and a major gold player, enters Wednesday, April 22, 2026 , in a position of strategic dominance. Trading at $69.02 USD —down 1.65% in a pre-earnings consolidation—the stock is the primary vehicle for investors betting on the electrification of the global economy.
FCX: Copper Strength And Grasberg Agreement Will Drive More Skewed Upside Outlook
Freeport-McMoRan's updated analyst price target moves from $70 to $81, with analysts pointing to revised metal price forecasts, higher assumed revenue growth, stronger profit margins, and recent positive views on copper demand and Grasberg asset clarity as key drivers behind the change. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Freeport-McMoRan shows a cluster of bullish revisions, with several firms lifting price targets and upgrading ratings while only a few have trimmed targets or turned more cautious.
FCX: Copper Upswing And Grasberg Agreement Will Shape Balanced Future Returns
Narrative Update The updated analyst price target for Freeport-McMoRan reflects a modest adjustment in fair value to $67.40. This is supported by recent research that cites higher copper price assumptions, Grasberg clarity in Indonesia, and a series of price target revisions across the Street.FCX: Copper Price Strength And Grasberg Accord Will Shape Future Upside Potential
Analysts have nudged the fair value estimate for Freeport-McMoRan up by $1 to $67.47, citing refreshed copper price assumptions, improved long-term clarity around Grasberg, and a series of higher Street price targets that reflect updated metals forecasts and recent modeling changes. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Freeport-McMoRan has leaned toward higher valuation ranges, with several firms updating models to reflect revised copper price decks, Grasberg developments, and company specific data points.FCX: Copper Price Tailwinds And Grasberg Clarity Will Guide Balanced Future Returns
Our updated analyst price target for Freeport-McMoRan moves from $64.02 to $66.47. This reflects a series of higher Street targets tied to stronger long-term copper price assumptions, improved clarity around the Grasberg asset, and refreshed models that point to a modestly higher future P/E of 24.48x, despite slightly lower forecast revenue growth and profit margins.FCX: Stronger Copper And Grasberg Progress Will Shape Balanced Risk Reward Outlook
Analysts have raised their price target on Freeport-McMoRan to $64.02 from $48.52, citing updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins and forward P/E that reflect recent copper price strength, progress at the Grasberg ramp-up and a series of target increases across major Wall Street firms. Analyst Commentary Street research on Freeport-McMoRan has been active, with several firms updating their models and targets around copper pricing, the Grasberg ramp and recent quarterly metrics.FCX: Copper Strength And Grasberg Progress Will Shape Balanced Risk Reward Outlook
Analysts have nudged our fair value estimate for Freeport-McMoRan to $70, reflecting higher assumed revenue growth and profit margins, as well as a lower future P/E multiple that aligns with a series of recent price target increases from major firms and updated views on copper pricing and Grasberg ramp progress. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Freeport-McMoRan has skewed constructive, with several bullish analysts lifting price targets and leaning into copper leverage and Grasberg execution as key supports for higher valuation.FCX: Grasberg Execution And Legal Risks Will Constrain Upside Despite Copper Tailwinds
Analysts have nudged their implied fair value for Freeport-McMoRan higher to about $36.50 from roughly $35.60, tying the shift to updated copper price assumptions, progress at Grasberg, and higher projected margins that more than offset a lower forward P/E input. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Freeport-McMoRan has centered on copper pricing assumptions, Grasberg execution, and how these feed into valuation models.FCX: Copper Price Strength And Grasberg Clarity Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts have lifted their Fair Value estimate for Freeport-McMoRan from $57.00 to about $67.43. They point to higher updated Street price targets and refreshed models that factor in recent copper price realizations, revised commodity forecasts, and evolving views on Grasberg related risks and multi year visibility.Freeport-McMoRan Inc.'s (NYSE:FCX) P/E Is Still On The Mark Following 26% Share Price Bounce
Dec 27
FCX: Grasberg Disruptions Will Keep Shares Under Pressure Despite Tighter Copper Market
Analysts have modestly reduced their price target for Freeport McMoRan, trimming fair value from approximately $37.62 to $35.59 per share. They are factoring in a higher discount rate amid Grasberg related operational risks, while still seeing upside from improving margins, slightly stronger growth, and tighter copper and gold markets.FCX: Higher Copper Prices Will Gradually Balance Grasberg Disruption And Policy Support Risks
Analysts have nudged their blended price target for Freeport McMoRan slightly higher to about $48.50 from roughly $47.90. This reflects a wave of recent upgrades and higher copper and gold price assumptions that more than offset lingering concerns around Grasberg related production cuts and macro headwinds.FCX: Higher Copper Prices Will Help Offset Grasberg Mine Production Disruption
Analysts have slightly increased their fair value estimate for Freeport-McMoRan to $47.87, citing a mixed outlook. Reduced production guidance and macro headwinds are expected to be partially offset by resilient copper prices and demand recovery in key markets.FCX: Higher Copper And Gold Prices Will Offset Grasberg Production Risks
Freeport-McMoRan's analyst price target has increased modestly from $46.77 to $47.71. Analysts cite the benefit of higher copper and gold price assumptions, which is partially offset by lower near-term production at the Grasberg mine.Analyst Commentary Highlights Upgraded Price Targets and Risks for Freeport-McMoRan Amid Recent Events
The analyst price target for Freeport-McMoRan has increased modestly by $0.18 to $46.77, as analysts point to improving copper prices, higher profit margin forecasts, and a stronger revenue growth outlook. Analyst Commentary Analysts have weighed in on Freeport-McMoRan amid recent developments in the copper and gold markets as well as company-specific events.New Indonesian Smelter Will Fuel Integrated Global Copper Production
Freeport-McMoRan's analyst price target has been lowered from approximately $50.06 to $46.59, as analysts adjust their outlook in response to recent operational disruptions and a more cautious forecast for revenue growth. Some firms have highlighted potential support from higher long-term copper prices.New Indonesian Smelter Will Fuel Integrated Global Copper Production
Analyst price targets for Freeport-McMoRan edged down slightly to $50.06 as operational disruptions at Grasberg, reduced production outlooks, and force majeure weigh on near-term estimates and sentiment despite some optimism around higher copper prices and North American supply tightness. Analyst Commentary Downward revisions to Freeport-McMoRan’s copper and gold production outlook, particularly due to significant operational disruptions at the Grasberg mine following a mud rush incident, are pressuring near-term estimates and keeping an overhang on the stock into at least 2026.Returns On Capital Are Showing Encouraging Signs At Freeport-McMoRan (NYSE:FCX)
Jul 10
Freeport-McMoRan Inc.'s (NYSE:FCX) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 37% Above Its Share Price
Jun 25Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (NYSE:FCX) Looks Just Right With A 28% Price Jump
May 09Freeport-McMoRan: A Quality Copper Miner Somewhat Out Of Favor
Apr 20Freeport-McMoRan: The Market Teaches Copper Bulls A Lesson
Mar 31Freeport-McMoRan - Undervalued: Copper With A Gold Kicker
Mar 20Freeport-McMoRan: The Copper Market Could Plunge As Chinese Stimulus Hopes Fade
Feb 27Freeport-McMoRan Remains Overvalued Post Earnings
Feb 05Freeport-McMoRan: Swing Trade Potential Remains - Supply Tightness Likely To Ease
Jan 25Freeport-McMoRan: A Good Option To Capitalize On The Future Of Copper
Dec 19Freeport's Stock Is Likely Fully-Priced At These Levels
Oct 09Freeport-McMoRan: Exciting And Concerning At The Same Time
Sep 29Freeport-McMoRan: Revoking Dr. Copper's Honorary Ph.D.? (Technical Analysis)
Sep 03Freeport-McMoRan: Lowered FY2024 Guidance Implies Minimal Chance For Raised Dividends
Aug 26Freeport-McMoRan: Don't Get Stuck Focusing On Q2 Results
Jul 22Shareholder Returns
| FCX | US Metals and Mining | US Market | |
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| 7D | -8.3% | -5.2% | 0.6% |
| 1Y | 48.8% | 82.3% | 28.4% |
Return vs Industry: FCX underperformed the US Metals and Mining industry which returned 82.3% over the past year.
Return vs Market: FCX exceeded the US Market which returned 28.4% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| FCX volatility | |
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| FCX Average Weekly Movement | 7.7% |
| Metals and Mining Industry Average Movement | 10.8% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.1% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.2% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.2% |
Stable Share Price: FCX has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: FCX's weekly volatility (8%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
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| 1987 | 29,000 | Kathleen Quirk | fcx.com |
Freeport-McMoRan Inc. engages in the mining of mineral properties in North America, South America, and Indonesia. The company primarily explores for copper, gold, molybdenum, silver, and other metals. Its 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.
Freeport-McMoRan Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| FCX fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$81.29b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$2.73b |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$26.42b |
29.3x
P/E Ratio3.0x
P/S RatioIs FCX overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| FCX income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$26.42b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$16.62b |
| Gross Profit | US$9.80b |
| Other Expenses | US$7.08b |
| Earnings | US$2.73b |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 1.90 |
| Gross Margin | 37.10% |
| Net Profit Margin | 10.32% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 29.9% |
How did FCX perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
1.1%
Current Dividend Yield32%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/04 15:36 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/04 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Freeport-McMoRan Inc. is covered by 43 analysts. 17 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| David Coleman | Argus Research Company |
| Peter Ward | Barclays |
| Alessandro Abate | Berenberg |