Franklin BSP Realty Trust Inc (FBRT)vsIron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)
FBRT
Franklin BSP Realty Trust Inc
$8.57
+0.23%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $659.57M
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$124.66
-4.29%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $37.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Iron Mountain Incorporated generates 2439% more annual revenue ($7.25B vs $285.38M). FBRT leads profitability with a 24.6% profit margin vs 3.8%. FBRT trades at a lower P/E of 16.8x. IRM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
FBRT
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
IRM
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-73.5%
Fair Value
$5.85
Current Price
$8.57
$2.72 premium
Margin of Safety
-41.5%
Fair Value
$70.83
Current Price
$124.66
$53.83 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 225 in profit
Earnings expanding 860.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 21.0%
Revenue surging 21.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.2% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 4.5%
Earnings declined 65.0%
3.8% 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, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.6% and operating margin at 4.5%.
Bull Case : IRM
The strongest argument for IRM centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 21.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FBRT
The primary concerns for FBRT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 3.29 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : IRM
The primary concerns for IRM are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 138.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FBRT profiles as a mature stock while IRM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
IRM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
IRM is growing revenue faster at 21.6% — sustainability is the question.
FBRT generates stronger free cash flow (-54M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IRM scores higher overall (64/100 vs 46/100) and 21.6% revenue growth. 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.
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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