10-QPeriod: Q2 FY2009

FREEPORT-MCMORAN INC Quarterly Report for Q2 Ended Jun 30, 2009

Filed August 7, 2009For Securities:FCX

Summary

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (FCX) reported its second-quarter 2009 financial results, showing a decrease in revenues compared to the prior year, primarily due to lower copper prices. Despite the revenue dip, the company demonstrated resilience with solid operating performance and a significant increase in cash and cash equivalents, bolstering liquidity. Management has continued to focus on cost control and operational efficiencies in response to the challenging economic environment. Key highlights for investors include the company's strategic cost reductions and operational adjustments implemented in late 2008 and early 2009 to preserve liquidity and mineral resources. The company also provided an updated outlook for 2009, projecting specific sales volumes for copper, gold, and molybdenum, and detailed expected operating cash flows based on assumed commodity prices. While the near-term outlook remains uncertain, FCX's long-term strategy emphasizes preserving growth options and mineral resources.

Financial Highlights

42 data points
Beta

Net Income

$588.00M

EPS (Diluted)

$0.69

Total Assets

$24.62B

Cash & Equivalents

$1.32B

Free Cash Flow

$1.15B

Financial Statements
Beta
Cost of Revenue$2.06B
SG&A Expenses$89.00M
Operating Expenses$2.18B
Operating Income$1.51B
Net Income$588.00M
EPS (Basic)$0.71
EPS (Diluted)$0.69
Shares Outstanding (Basic)824
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)942

Key Highlights

  • 1Revenues decreased to $3.68 billion in Q2 2009 from $5.44 billion in Q2 2008, largely due to a significant drop in average realized copper prices from $3.85/lb to $2.22/lb.
  • 2Net income attributable to FCX common stockholders was $588 million ($1.38 per diluted share) in Q2 2009, down from $947 million ($2.25 per diluted share) in Q2 2008.
  • 3Consolidated cash and cash equivalents increased to $1.319 billion at June 30, 2009, from $872 million at December 31, 2008, indicating improved liquidity.
  • 4The company implemented significant restructuring and cost reduction measures, including workforce reductions and curtailed production at higher-cost operations, to protect liquidity.
  • 5Capital expenditures were reduced to $895 million for the first six months of 2009, down from $1.108 billion in the prior year, reflecting deferred project development.
  • 6FCX provided 2009 sales volume estimates and projected operating cash flows based on assumed commodity prices, offering guidance on expected financial performance.
  • 7The company announced the early redemption of its $340 million 6⅞% Senior Notes due 2014, which is expected to generate annual interest cost savings.

Frequently Asked Questions

The decline in revenues was primarily driven by lower commodity prices, especially for copper, which averaged $2.22 per pound in the second quarter of 2009 compared to $3.85 per pound in the same period of 2008. Lower molybdenum prices also contributed to the decrease.

Freeport-McMoRan has implemented significant operational adjustments and cost control measures. This includes curtailing production at higher-cost operations, reducing capital expenditures, workforce reductions, and focusing on preserving liquidity while maintaining long-term growth options. These measures were initiated in late 2008 and early 2009.

The company's liquidity has improved, with cash and cash equivalents increasing to $1.319 billion at June 30, 2009, up from $872 million at December 31, 2008. This strengthening is attributed to improved operating cash flows and strategic financial management, including the issuance of common stock in February 2009.

The company expects consolidated revenues and operating cash flows to continue to be significantly impacted by fluctuations in copper, gold, and molybdenum prices. Based on assumed prices for the remainder of 2009, FCX projected operating cash flows of approximately $3.0 billion. The company's outlook is cautiously optimistic, with an emphasis on managing through near-term uncertainty while preserving long-term growth potential.