FCX
Freeport-McMoRan
PEG ratio, current and historical analysis
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- NYSE: FCX
- PEG Ratio
Freeport-McMoRan currently trades with a PEG ratio of 0.7, based on Aug 21, 2026 data. Dividing the 37.76 PE ratio by the 53.8% earnings growth rate produces this figure. Relative to the 3.16 average from the past 4 quarters, the PEG ratio has shrunk by 78%.
FCX PEG ratio history
Historically, Freeport-McMoRan maintains a PEG ratio averaging 1.57 across the last ten years. At 0.7, today's PEG ratio sits 55% lower than its historical average. The ten years high came in the Dec 2024 quarter at 12.64, reflecting peak valuation relative to growth. The bottom was reached in the Sep 2021 quarter at 0, suggesting favorable value relative to growth during that period.
Freeport-McMoRan PEG ratio by year
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1.98 | 33.2 | 16.8% |
| 2024 | 12.64 | 29.07 | 2.3% |
| 2023 | N/A | 33.26 | -46.7% |
| 2022 | N/A | 15.83 | -18.1% |
| 2021 | 0.02 | 14.24 | 614.6% |
| 2020 | 0.19 | 63.46 | 341.2% |
| 2019 | N/A | N/A | -109.5% |
| 2018 | 0.13 | 5.76 | 43.2% |
| 2017 | 0.11 | 15.17 | 139.6% |
| 2016 | N/A | N/A | 72.1% |
| 2015 | N/A | N/A | -797.6% |
| 2014 | N/A | N/A | -147.5% |
| 2013 | N/A | 14.24 | -17.2% |
| 2012 | N/A | 10.69 | -33.5% |
| 2011 | 2.55 | 7.65 | 3% |
Freeport-McMoRan PEG ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2026 | 0.58 | 30.98 | 53.8% |
| Mar 2026 | 0.56 | 31.27 | 55.4% |
| Dec 2025 | 1.98 | 33.2 | 16.8% |
| Sep 2025 | 9.52 | 27.62 | 2.9% |
| Jun 2025 | N/A | 32.84 | -0.8% |
| Mar 2025 | 6.02 | 31.29 | 5.2% |
| Dec 2024 | 12.64 | 29.07 | 2.3% |
| Sep 2024 | N/A | 36.17 | -8% |
| Jun 2024 | N/A | 36.54 | -9.5% |
| Mar 2024 | N/A | 40.89 | -36.5% |
| Dec 2023 | N/A | 33.26 | -46.7% |
| Sep 2023 | N/A | 24.86 | -43.6% |
| Jun 2023 | N/A | 27.21 | -55.9% |
| Mar 2023 | N/A | 22.6 | -48.1% |
| Dec 2022 | N/A | 15.83 | -18.1% |
FCX average PEG ratio chart
FCX's PEG ratio today comes in under the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
PEG comparison
Freeport-McMoRan's PEG of 0.7 is higher than the Basic Materials sector average. In comparison with the Basic Materials sector average of 0.27, Freeport-McMoRan's PEG is 159% higher.
FCX EPS growth
FCX Price vs fair value
FCX PEG vs peers
FCX carries a PEG ratio higher than that of peer stock NEM.
Frequently asked questions
What is Freeport-McMoRan's PEG ratio?
According to Aug 21, 2026 figures, FCX's PEG ratio stands at 0.7.
What is the 3-year average PEG ratio for Freeport-McMoRan (FCX)?
Historical data over a 3-year period puts FCX's average PEG ratio at 5.22.
What is the 5-year average PEG ratio for Freeport-McMoRan (FCX)?
Historical data over a 5-year period puts FCX's average PEG ratio at 3.15.
What is the highest PEG ratio for FCX?
FCX's PEG ratio topped out at 12.64 during the Dec 2024 quarter - the highest in ten years.
How does the current PEG ratio for FCX compare to its historical average?
Compared to the 10-year average, FCX's PEG ratio sits 55% lower.
How is FCX's PEG ratio calculated (Freeport-McMoRan PEG ratio formula)?
To calculate the PEG ratio, take the company's PE ratio and divide by its EPS growth rate (YoY TTM). As of Aug 21, 2026, Freeport-McMoRan carries a PE ratio of 37.76. Earnings grew at 53.8% over the TTM period ending Jun 2026. Applying the formula, this yields a PEG ratio of 0.7. PEG RATIO(0.7) = PE RATIO(37.76) / EPS GROWTH(53.8%)
All PEG ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.