Edwards Lifesciences Corp (EW)vsIron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)
EW
Edwards Lifesciences Corp
$83.50
+2.81%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $46.83B
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$125.99
+10.02%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $34.07B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Iron Mountain Incorporated generates 9% more annual revenue ($6.90B vs $6.30B). EW leads profitability with a 17.4% profit margin vs 2.1%. EW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.02. EW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
EW
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
IRM
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+70.0%
Fair Value
$264.83
Current Price
$83.50
$181.33 discount
Margin of Safety
-10.8%
Fair Value
$90.41
Current Price
$125.99
$35.58 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 31.2%
16.7% revenue growth
Every $100 of equity generates 225 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 22.0%
16.6% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EW
The strongest argument for EW centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.4% and operating margin at 31.2%. Revenue growth of 16.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : IRM
The strongest argument for IRM centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EW
The primary concerns for EW are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 43.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : IRM
The primary concerns for IRM are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 229.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IRM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
EW is growing revenue faster at 16.7% — sustainability is the question.
EW generates stronger free cash flow (354M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL DEVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
EW scores higher overall (61/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 17.4% margins and 16.7% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Edwards Lifesciences Corp
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Edwards Lifesciences is an American medical technology company headquartered in Irvine, California, specializing in artificial heart valves and hemodynamic monitoring.
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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