Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX)
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Market Cap: $109.78B
Last updated: Sep 01, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET
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Frequently Asked Questions About FCX
- What is FCX's current dividend yield?
- Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX) has a current dividend yield of 0.69%.
- Does FCX pay dividends?
- Yes, Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc pays dividends with a current yield of 0.69%.
- What is FCX's P/E ratio?
- Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc has a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 33.21.
- What is FCX's market cap?
- Freeport-McMoran Copper & Gold Inc (FCX) has a market capitalization of $109.78B with a current stock price of $75.72.
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