EPR Properties (EPR)vsIron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)
EPR
EPR Properties
$49.51
-1.67%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $3.85B
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$100.53
-0.18%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $29.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Iron Mountain Incorporated generates 867% more annual revenue ($6.90B vs $713.96M). EPR leads profitability with a 38.5% profit margin vs 2.1%. IRM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.70. EPR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
EPR
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
IRM
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+62.6%
Fair Value
$153.50
Current Price
$49.51
$103.99 discount
Margin of Safety
-2909.6%
Fair Value
$3.33
Current Price
$100.53
$97.20 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.9%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 49.1% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 22.0%
16.6% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
3.9% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 2.3% — below average capital efficiency
2.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPR
The strongest argument for EPR centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 38.5% and operating margin at 52.9%.
Bull Case : IRM
The strongest argument for IRM centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EPR
The primary concerns for EPR are Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : IRM
The primary concerns for IRM are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 205.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPR profiles as a value stock while IRM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
IRM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
IRM is growing revenue faster at 16.6% — sustainability is the question.
EPR generates stronger free cash flow (98M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EPR scores higher overall (69/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 38.5% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
EPR Properties
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
EPR Properties is a leading experiential net lease real estate investment trust (REIT), specializing in select and durable experimental properties in the real estate industry.
Visit Website →Iron Mountain Incorporated
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
Iron Mountain Inc. (NYSE: IRM) is an American enterprise information management services company founded in 1951 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.
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