FCX - short term struggles

Whilst the broader equity market climbed for a second day, there was notable weakness in Freeport McMoran, which imploded at the open on earnings, settling -3.1% @ $16.50. Near term outlook is bearish, but mid/long term, FCX looks headed far higher, not least if Copper can break and hold above the $3.00 threshold.


FCX, daily

FCX, monthly

Summary

Earnings: see - http://finance.yahoo.com/news/freeport-mcmoran-misses-4q-profit-132334450.html
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So, an earnings miss... although far better than a year ago. The real issue that has spooked Mr Market is the Indonesian govt's failure to authorise FCX to export its copper concentrates. Until that is resolved, it will clearly be a drag on the stock price.

However, what should be clear... Mr Inflation is lurking across the world, and Copper prices - having broken upward last November, is headed for the $3 threshold.

Things would become exceptionally bullish for the copper miners, if Copper can attain a monthly close >$3.. which I believe will be the case later this year.