Iron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)vsJ W Mays Inc (MAYS)
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$125.99
+10.02%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $34.07B
MAYS
J W Mays Inc
$40.48
0.00%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $81.60M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Iron Mountain Incorporated generates 31632% more annual revenue ($6.90B vs $21.75M). IRM leads profitability with a 2.1% profit margin vs -3.9%. IRM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
IRM
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
MAYS
Avoid23
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-10.8%
Fair Value
$90.41
Current Price
$125.99
$35.58 premium
Margin of Safety
+10.9%
Fair Value
$43.76
Current Price
$40.48
$3.28 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 225 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 22.0%
16.6% revenue growth
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
2.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -1.6% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 7.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IRM
The strongest argument for IRM centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MAYS
The strongest argument for MAYS centers on Price/Book.
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.
Bear Case : MAYS
The primary concerns for MAYS are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IRM profiles as a growth stock while MAYS is a turnaround 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.
MAYS generates stronger free cash flow (-1M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IRM scores higher overall (52/100 vs 23/100) and 16.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
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.
J W Mays Inc
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
JW Mays, Inc. owns, operates and leases commercial real estate in the United States. The company is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York.
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