Franklin BSP Realty Trust Inc (FBRT)vsIron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)
FBRT
Franklin BSP Realty Trust Inc
$8.97
-2.39%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $703.44M
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$125.99
+10.02%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $34.07B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Iron Mountain Incorporated generates 2348% more annual revenue ($6.90B vs $281.92M). FBRT leads profitability with a 29.2% profit margin vs 2.1%. FBRT trades at a lower P/E of 14.3x. FBRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
FBRT
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
IRM
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+44.9%
Fair Value
$18.41
Current Price
$8.97
$9.44 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 47.2%
Revenue surging 49.8% year-over-year
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 225 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 22.0%
16.6% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.2% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 55.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : FBRT
The strongest argument for FBRT centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.2% and operating margin at 47.2%. Revenue growth of 49.8% 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 : FBRT
The primary concerns for FBRT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
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.
FBRT is growing revenue faster at 49.8% — sustainability is the question.
IRM generates stronger free cash flow (-16M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REIT - MORTGAGE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FBRT scores higher overall (63/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 29.2% margins and 49.8% 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.
Franklin BSP Realty Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. is a real estate investment trust that originates, acquires and manages a portfolio of commercial real estate debt investments secured by properties located in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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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