First Quantum Minerals is a leading copper company in the world. It is one of the world’s top ten copper producers with operations spanning across nine countries and five continents. Over 90% of the company’s revenue is generated from copper, while the balance is from gold, zinc, and others. The company also produces nickel. First Quantum operates through six mines.
It undergoes significant capital expenditure from time to time directed towards increasing production and improving operational efficiency. First Quantum is currently undergoing a complete ramp-up of its massive Cobre Panama project, which should help fuel future growth with an expected copper production of 850,000 tonnes annually.
First Quantum benefits from a portfolio of world-class copper deposits and geographically diversified operating assets. The company is also growing through acquisitions and has a strong history of successful integrations. First Quantum is favorably positioned to benefit from strong long term copper market fundamentals.
Stock Chart & Metrics
- Ticker: TSE:fm
- Sector: Basic Materials
- Industry: Copper
- Market Cap: 9.23B
- Market Cap Group: Mid Cap
- P/E: 11.10
- Dividend Yield: 1.20%
- Grade: C
- Dividend Aristocrat: NO
- Chowder Score: Members Only
- Revenue Growth: Members Only
- Dividend Growth: Members Only
- Dividend Growth Fit: 3/10
- Dividend Income Fit: 3/10
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| Ticker | Ticker | Company | Market Cap | P/E | Yield | Aristocrat | Graph | SectorID | IndustryID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FM | TSE:FM | First Quantum Minerals | 9.23 | 11.10 | 1.20 | NO | 1 | 1 | 116 |
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First Quantum Minerals - FAQ
What is the stock ticker for First Quantum Minerals?
The stock ticker for First Quantum Minerals is TSE:fm.
Is First Quantum Minerals a good stock to buy?
You need to consider your investment strategy and how TSE:fm can fit in your portfolio.
The current dividend income score of 3/10 and dividend growth score of 3/10. Those 2 metrics together should help you decide the fit for your portfolio. Be it for income or for growth.
Is First Quantum Minerals a Buy, Sell or Hold?
The Dividend Snapshot Opportunity Score of 44 out of 100.
The score reflects the strength of a buy signal but it does not show a sell signal if it's low. The higher the better.
A sell signal is more difficult as it often relies on the reason you bought the stock in the first place.
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