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u/Pluth · Reddit — r/wallstreetbets · January 12, 2026 at 13:29 · ⬆ 1 pts  | View on Reddit ↗
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FCX is highlighted for its rare US copper smelter position and potential government grant catalyst.

FCX — WATCH The author argues FCX owns one of only two copper smelters in the US, positioning it as the most likely recipient of government grants for buildout. The company mines copper, gold, and molybdenum, providing diversified metals exposure. The investment case is based on grant-funded expansion as a catalyst.

Look into FCX. They have one of the only 2 copper smelters in the US. They are the most likely to get government grants for buildout. They mine copper, a little gold, and sell molybdenum from the copper smelting process.

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Rare US copper smelter and grant catalyst
The author argues FCX owns one of only two copper smelters in the US, positioning it as the most likely recipient of government grants for buildout. The company mines copper, gold, and molybdenum, providing diversified metals exposure. The investment case is based on grant-funded expansion as a catalyst.
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