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Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (FCX) Earnings Per Share (EPS): 1.89

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Is Freeport-McMoRan Inc.’s earnings per share (EPS) high or low?

Freeport-McMoRan Inc.'s earnings per share (EPS) of 1.89 is 15% above its 5-year average of 1.64, around the middle of its 5-year range (0.41–2.93).

As of Wednesday, June 17, 2026. 33.10% above its 12-month average of 1.42.

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FCX Earnings Per Share (EPS) Chart

FCX Earnings Per Share (EPS)
1.53+16.79% 1Y
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FCX Average Earnings Per Share (EPS) Chart

FCX Current vs Average Earnings Per Share (EPS) Chart

FCX Earnings Per Share (EPS) Metrics

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS)

1.89

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG TTM

1.42

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 3Y

1.63

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 5Y

1.64

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 10Y

-0.15

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 15Y

1.58

EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 20Y

1.95

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

+33.10%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

+15.95%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

+15.01%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

+1393.47%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

+19.25%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

-3.16%

FCX Competitors' Earnings Per Share (EPS)

NAMEMARKET CAPEARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS)TTM3Y5Y
Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (FCX)$103.33B1.891.421.631.64
Newmont Corporation (NEM)vs ›$118.53B7.734.631.421.78
The Sherwin-Williams Company (SHW)vs ›$79.39B10.4210.539.568.81
Ecolab Inc. (ECL)vs ›$77.04B7.397.385.853.86
Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (APD)vs ›$62.80B9.457.728.968.94
Nucor Corporation (NUE)vs ›$57.49B10.108.0015.7314.76
Vulcan Materials Company (VMC)vs ›$39.10B8.417.526.605.98
Nutrien Ltd. (NTR)vs ›$30.93B4.913.055.574.77
Dow Inc. (DOW)vs ›$23.42B-3.99-1.061.262.52
DuPont de Nemours, Inc. (DD)vs ›$20.14B-0.06-0.103.093.38

EPS Comparison

Trailing EPS (TTM)

$1.89

Forward EPS (Est.)

$3.90

P/E Ratio

37.1

Formula: EPS = Net Income / Weighted Average Shares Outstanding

Why EPS matters:

  • Directly impacts stock valuation through P/E ratio
  • Used to calculate dividend coverage and payout ratios
  • Enables comparison across companies of different sizes
  • Growth in EPS often correlates with stock price appreciation

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. Earnings Per Share (EPS) Formula & Definition

EPS (Earnings Per Share) represents the portion of a company's profit allocated to each outstanding share. Higher EPS indicates greater profitability on a per-share basis.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. Earnings Per Share (EPS) FAQ

What is the earnings per share (EPS) for Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (FCX)?
The earnings per share (EPS) for FCX stock is 1.89.
Is Freeport-McMoRan Inc.'s earnings per share (EPS) high or low?
Freeport-McMoRan Inc.'s earnings per share (EPS) of 1.89 is 15% above its 5-year average of 1.64, around the middle of its 5-year range (0.41–2.93).
What is the TTM average earnings per share (EPS) for Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (FCX)?
The TTM average earnings per share (EPS) for FCX stock is 1.42.
What is the 3Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (FCX)?
The 3Y average earnings per share (EPS) for FCX stock is 1.63.
What is the 5Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (FCX)?
The 5Y average earnings per share (EPS) for FCX stock is 1.64.
What is the 10Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (FCX)?
The 10Y average earnings per share (EPS) for FCX stock is -0.15.
What is the 15Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (FCX)?
The 15Y average earnings per share (EPS) for FCX stock is 1.58.
What is the 20Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (FCX)?
The 20Y average earnings per share (EPS) for FCX stock is 1.95.

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. Earnings Per Share (EPS) History

DATEEARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS)
2025-12-311.53
2024-12-311.31
2023-12-311.28
2022-12-312.40
2021-12-312.93
2020-12-310.41
2019-12-31-0.17
2018-12-311.80
2017-12-311.21
2016-12-31-3.00
2015-12-31-11.31
2014-12-31-1.26
2013-12-312.65
2012-12-313.20
2011-12-314.81
2010-12-314.67
2009-12-313.05
2008-12-31-14.84
2007-12-314.01
2006-12-313.66
2005-12-312.59
2004-12-310.43
2003-12-310.50
2002-12-310.44
2001-12-310.27
2000-12-310.13
1999-12-310.31
1998-12-310.34
1997-12-310.53
1996-12-310.45

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About Freeport-McMoRan Inc.

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. is a prominent mining enterprise conducting extensive operations across North America, South America, and Indonesia. The company primarily focuses on the exploration and extraction of key mineral resources such as copper, gold, molybdenum, and silver, alongside other valuable metals. Additionally, it maintains a significant presence in the oil and gas sector. Its diverse portfolio of assets features the notable Grasberg minerals district in Indonesia; numerous sites in the United States including Morenci, Bagdad, Safford, Sierrita, and Miami in Arizona; Tyrone and Chino in New Mexico; and Henderson and Climax in Colorado. In South America, its holdings include Cerro Verde in Peru and El Abra in Chile. Beyond its mineral interests, Freeport-McMoRan operates a collection of oil and gas properties, predominantly situated off the coasts of California and in the Gulf of Mexico, managing approximately 135 wells as of December 31, 2021. Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, the company adopted its current name, Freeport-McMoRan Inc., in July 2014, having previously operated as Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc.

Phoenix, AZ
28,500 employees
fcx.com
Basic Materials / Copper
Sector
Basic Materials
Industry
Copper
CEO
Kathleen Lynne Quirk
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