Diamondback Energy Inc (FANG)vsIron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)
FANG
Diamondback Energy Inc
$205.63
+0.15%
ENERGY · Cap: $57.85B
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$125.99
+10.02%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $34.07B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Diamondback Energy Inc generates 107% more annual revenue ($14.29B vs $6.90B). FANG leads profitability with a 11.6% profit margin vs 2.1%. IRM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.70. IRM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
FANG
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
IRM
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+44.2%
Fair Value
$303.12
Current Price
$205.63
$97.49 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
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 225 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 22.0%
16.6% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 3.7% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : FANG
The strongest argument for FANG centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
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 : FANG
The primary concerns for FANG are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
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
FANG profiles as a declining 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.
FANG generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IRM scores higher overall (52/100 vs 43/100) and 16.6% revenue growth. FANG offers better value entry with a 44.2% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Diamondback Energy Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
Diamondback Energy is a company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration and headquartered in Midland, Texas.
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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