Iron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)vsRealty Income Corporation (O)
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$120.75
-3.94%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $36.96B
O
Realty Income Corporation
$65.54
-0.29%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $60.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Iron Mountain Incorporated generates 22% more annual revenue ($7.25B vs $5.93B). O leads profitability with a 18.9% profit margin vs 3.8%. IRM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.70. IRM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
IRM
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
O
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-40.1%
Fair Value
$71.54
Current Price
$120.75
$49.21 premium
Margin of Safety
-6.0%
Fair Value
$60.82
Current Price
$65.54
$4.72 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Strong operational efficiency at 45.5%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
3.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IRM
The strongest argument for IRM centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 21.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : O
The strongest argument for O centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.9% and operating margin at 45.5%. Revenue growth of 12.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : IRM
The primary concerns for IRM are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 135.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : O
The primary concerns for O are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 53.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IRM profiles as a growth stock while O is a mature 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.
O generates stronger free cash flow (848M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IRM scores higher overall (64/100 vs 60/100) and 21.6% 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.
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.
Realty Income Corporation
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Realty Income Corporation is a real estate investment trust that invests in free-standing, single-tenant commercial properties in the United States, Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom that are subject to NNN Leases. The company is organized in Maryland with its headquarters in San Diego, California.
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