Publicação
Freeport–McMoRan equity research – all in on copper: the metal of the energy transition
| datacite.subject.fos | Ciências Sociais::Economia e Gestão | |
| dc.contributor.advisor | André, Rosário | |
| dc.contributor.author | Cardoso, José Pedro Aranha | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2026-03-09T09:17:41Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2026-03-09T09:17:41Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2025-01-22 | |
| dc.date.submitted | 2024-12-17 | |
| dc.description.abstract | This thesis forms a critical component of the comprehensive Freeport-McMoRan IncEquity Research: All in on Copper - The Oreigin of Transition. The primary objective is to conduct an in-depth analysis of the company and deliver a robust valuation, ultimately guiding investors in assessing their potential returns. As Freeport-McMoRan operates in the mining sector, the valuation employs a specialized approach. A Discounted Cash Flow model is utilized for developed operations, while a Real Options framework is applied to value undeveloped resources. The research also evaluates the company’s key risks and exposures, including political risks, costs, and fluctuations in commodity prices, primarily copper. The latter are further analyzed for their impact on valuation through sensitivity analysis and Monte Carlo simulations. Our analysis results in a price target of $43.71. Considering the current stock price of $42.67 and the anticipated $2.31 dividend, we forecast a 12-month expected return of 7.9%. Based on these findings, our final recommendation is a “Hold,” reflecting our conclusion that the market is effectively pricing Freeport-McMoRan. | eng |
| dc.identifier.tid | 204131324 | |
| dc.identifier.uri | http://hdl.handle.net/10362/201079 | |
| dc.language.iso | eng | |
| dc.relation | UID/ECO/00124/2013 | |
| dc.rights.uri | http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | |
| dc.subject | Copper | |
| dc.subject | Gold | |
| dc.subject | real options valuation | |
| dc.subject | Monte Carlo simulation | |
| dc.title | Freeport–McMoRan equity research – all in on copper: the metal of the energy transition | eng |
| dc.type | master thesis | |
| dspace.entity.type | Publication | |
| thesis.degree.name | A Work Project, presented as part of the requirements for the Award of a Master Degree in Finance from the NOVA – School of Business and Economics |