Summary
Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (FCX) reported solid financial results for the second quarter of 2025, driven by increased revenues from higher gold prices and strong copper sales volumes. The company's net income attributable to common stockholders rose to $772 million from $616 million in the prior year's second quarter, with diluted earnings per share of $0.53 compared to $0.42. Operating income also saw a significant increase, reflecting improved pricing and operational efficiencies. Key developments during the quarter include the commencement of start-up activities for PT Freeport Indonesia's (PTFI) new copper smelter, a significant step towards full integration. While managing its robust operational performance, FCX also continued its share repurchase program and declared dividends, demonstrating a commitment to returning value to shareholders. The company maintains a strong balance sheet with substantial liquidity, positioning it well to navigate market dynamics and pursue future growth opportunities.
Financial Highlights
50 data points| Revenue | $7.58B |
| Cost of Revenue | $4.95B |
| Gross Profit | $2.63B |
| SG&A Expenses | $127.00M |
| Operating Expenses | $5.15B |
| Operating Income | $2.43B |
| Net Income | $772.00M |
| EPS (Basic) | $0.53 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $0.53 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 1.44B |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 1.44B |
Key Highlights
- 1Net income attributable to common stockholders increased to $772 million ($0.53 per diluted share) in Q2 2025 from $616 million ($0.42 per diluted share) in Q2 2024.
- 2Consolidated revenues grew to $7.58 billion in Q2 2025 from $6.62 billion in Q2 2024, driven by higher gold prices and increased copper sales volumes.
- 3PT Freeport Indonesia (PTFI) commenced start-up activities for its new large-scale copper smelter, advancing its integration as a refined copper and gold producer.
- 4Operating income increased to $2.43 billion in Q2 2025 from $2.05 billion in Q2 2024, reflecting improved pricing and operational performance.
- 5The company repurchased approximately 1.53 million shares for $52 million during the quarter and has $3.0 billion remaining under its share repurchase program.
- 6FCX declared a quarterly dividend of $0.15 per share, comprising a $0.075 base dividend and a $0.075 variable dividend.
- 7Consolidated cash and cash equivalents stood at $4.49 billion at June 30, 2025, with total debt of $9.25 billion, resulting in a net debt of $4.76 billion (or $1.53 billion excluding PTFI's project debt).