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First Quantum Minerals (FM.TO)

36.79

-0.60 (1.60%)

as of Jul 17, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Jul 17, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 6 opinions in the last 12 months.

First Quantum Minerals (FM-T) has garnered mixed reviews from various experts, highlighting both the potential and risks associated with the stock. The company is primarily tied to copper prices, with a long-term outlook boosted by the growing demand for copper in technology and infrastructure. However, significant challenges remain, particularly regarding political risks and operational issues at its mines, notably the prolonged suspension of a major mine in Panama. While many experts see an underlying positive trend and acknowledge First Quantum's importance as a key copper producer in Canada, there's caution due to high volatility in the stock price and dependence on commodity pricing. Some analysts suggest looking for alternatives or other investments in the copper space, indicating a need for caution despite the overall positive outlook for copper's future demand.

Consensus

Cautious

Valuation

Fair Value

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LUN.T

DON'T BUY

A rare animal. One of the modern times copper mines. Very little has gone into size production. Probably gets taken out later by someone who puts up with the country risk. He would prefer something in a safe country.

COMMENT

The model price is still positive at $130. This is an upside of 60%. He also has positive revisions scores, but he is seeing the commodity plays rolling over. Downside risk is $63.25 even though there is a lot of value there.

BUY

Has been whacked because of the selloff in base metals. Feels this will be a major producing mine, but if not, will be subdivided with individual parts sold off.

SELL

(Market Call Minute) One of your big mining companies and one of the best performers in the Canadian market in years, but it’s breaking down here. Sell until you see a rally coming back in.

TOP PICK

Pure copper play. Most of the operations are in Zambia and one in Mauritania. Also have a foothold in the Congo, a dangerous place. Because this is a big company, the Congo will make sure they are well protected.

HOLD

This is the premier mining company in the copper belt in Zambia. Expect the company will be sold at some point.

DON'T BUY

Management has done an unbelievable job. They have bought, developed and produced from many different mines and have many projects on the go. Not cheap. There is a rumour the company could be taken over. Prefers others that are cheaper.

SELL

106.3 positive differential Close to a sell.

HOLD

Cheap at 6 X earnings. Did a very good job growing production and has many opportunities to continue growing it. Clean balance sheet. Could see this being acquired. Doesn't like copper, but wouldn't sell it here.

SELL

Basically a copper, gold, zinc producer. Very uncertain about their earnings next year.

BUY

A great play on the whole base metals area. With Falconbridge and Inco being taken out, there aren't many companies left in this space. The Chinese demand for raw materials is going to make up for any US slowdown.

BUY

One of the best copper producers. Production is in Zambia and they have a toehold in the Congo. If any action is to take place in the Congo, they are well-placed to take full advantage of it. The Congo has one of the most prolific copper deposits in the world but has loads of political risks.

BUY

Good growth profile. Solid current production with potential upside from development and exploration.

WEAK BUY

Copper is a commodity that he really likes. Copper isn't tight now, but has potential to be really tight down the road. Looking at it, but it's slightly expensive. Dead centre of Africa which is a risk.

BUY

A bit riskier because of the African location, but would consider this a good copper play. Have some new projects coming on, so you can see some visible growth.

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