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Freeport's Q2 beats expectations with higher copper output and lower costs, but risks remain.

Company Fundamentals
11 Aug 2026
Seeking Alpha
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Freeport-McMoRan reported strong Q2 results with production and sales surpassing estimates, and unit cash costs dropping to $1.92 per pound. The Grasberg mine's recovery accelerated faster than expected, and growth projects like leaching optimization and Bagdad expansion could increase U.S. copper output by 60% by 2030. Despite a 37% stock gain this year and near-record copper prices, risks from commodity price fluctuations and Grasberg's execution challenges persist. The analyst maintains a HOLD rating but may upgrade if Grasberg's ramp-up continues and copper prices remain high.

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