Freeport-McMoran Inc.
FCX
$61.38
+0.29%
Freeport-McMoRan Inc. is a major global mining company primarily focused on copper production. It is one of the world's largest copper miners, with a strategic portfolio of long-lived assets including key stakes in the Grasberg, Cerro Verde, and Morenci mines.
FCX
Freeport-McMoran Inc.
$61.38
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FCX 12-Month Price Forecast
Wall Street consensus
Most Wall Street analysts maintain a constructive view on Freeport-McMoran Inc.'s 12-month outlook, with a consensus price target around $79.79 and implied upside of +30.0% versus the current price.
Average Target
$79.79
6 analysts
Implied Upside
+30.0%
vs. current price
Analyst Count
6
covering this stock
Price Range
$49 - $80
Analyst target range
Wall Street analysts have a positive outlook on FCX, with recent actions including upgrades to 'Buy' from firms like Argus Research and UBS. Six analysts provide coverage, with an average EPS estimate of $1.26 for the coming period, ranging from $1.04 to $1.53. The consensus revenue estimate is $35.32 billion. While specific target price consensus is not provided in the data, the recent analyst actions and ratings suggest a bullish consensus view, supported by the company's position in the copper market and expectations for mid-cycle production growth.
FCX Technical Analysis
Overall Assessment: The stock has experienced significant volatility but a strong upward trend over the past six months, rising 51.22% from October 2025 lows to its recent peak. The price has retreated from its 52-week high of $69.75 but remains well above its 52-week low of $27.66.
Short-term Performance: Over the last three months, the stock has gained 15.73%, significantly outperforming the S&P 500, which declined 4.63% over the same period. However, it has declined 13.66% over the past month, indicating a recent pullback after the strong rally.
Current Position: As of April 1, 2026, the stock closed at $58.78, which is approximately 84% above its 52-week low and about 16% below its 52-week high. The price action shows it is consolidating after a steep climb, with the current price near the middle of its recent trading range.
Beta
1.44
1.44x market volatility
Max Drawdown
-32.2%
Largest decline past year
52-Week Range
$28-$70
Price range past year
Annual Return
+60.7%
Cumulative gain past year
| Period | FCX Return | S&P 500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1m | -6.4% | -3.6% |
| 3m | +18.2% | -4.0% |
| 6m | +54.7% | -2.0% |
| 1y | +60.7% | +16.2% |
| ytd | +18.2% | -3.8% |
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FCX Fundamental Analysis
Revenue & Profitability: Revenue for Q4 2025 was $5.633 billion, a 4.2% year-over-year decline from the prior year's Q4. Net income for the quarter was $406 million, resulting in a net margin of 7.2%, which improved from 4.7% in Q4 2024. The trailing twelve-month free cash flow is a strong $5.61 billion.
Financial Health: The company maintains a solid current ratio of 2.29, indicating good short-term liquidity. The debt-to-equity ratio stands at 0.61, suggesting a moderate level of leverage that is manageable given the company's cash flow generation.
Operational Efficiency: Return on Equity (ROE) is 11.66%, and Return on Assets (ROA) is 7.19%, reflecting reasonable efficiency in using shareholder capital and assets to generate profits. The gross margin for the latest quarter was 18.05%, down from higher levels in preceding quarters, reflecting some margin pressure.
Quarterly Revenue
$5.6B
2025-12
Revenue YoY Growth
-0.04%
YoY Comparison
Gross Margin
+0.18%
Latest Quarter
Free Cash Flow
$5.6B
Last 12 Months
Revenue & Net Income Trends (2 Years)
Revenue Breakdown
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Valuation Analysis: Is FCX Overvalued?
Valuation Level: Given the company's positive net income, the trailing P/E ratio of 33.25 is the primary valuation metric. This is elevated compared to historical averages, reflecting market optimism about future copper demand. The forward P/E of 15.55, based on estimated EPS of $1.26, suggests expectations for significant earnings growth.
Peer Comparison: Data not available for direct industry average comparisons. However, the Price/Sales ratio of 2.85 and EV/EBITDA of 9.30 provide additional context. The PEG ratio of 1.98, based on forward earnings, indicates the stock is priced for growth, but not excessively so relative to its expected growth rate.
PE
33.3x
Latest Quarter
vs. Historical
Mid-Range
5-Year PE Range 9x~50x
vs. Industry Avg
N/A
Industry PE ~N/A*
EV/EBITDA
9.3x
Enterprise Value Multiple

