Iron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)vsSterling Construction Company Inc (STRL)
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$125.07
-2.10%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $38.67B
STRL
Sterling Construction Company Inc
$848.84
-4.52%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $26.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Iron Mountain Incorporated generates 151% more annual revenue ($7.25B vs $2.88B). STRL leads profitability with a 12.0% 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+
STRL
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-4.8%
Fair Value
$95.66
Current Price
$125.07
$29.41 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for STRL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 225 in profit
Earnings expanding 860.0% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 21.0%
Revenue surging 21.6% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Revenue surging 91.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 141.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
3.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 23.5x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IRM
The strongest argument for IRM centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 21.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : STRL
The strongest argument for STRL centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 91.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : IRM
The primary concerns for IRM are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 142.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : STRL
The primary concerns for STRL are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 77.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
STRL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.64 — expect wider price swings.
STRL is growing revenue faster at 91.6% — sustainability is the question.
STRL generates stronger free cash flow (146M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
IRM scores higher overall (64/100 vs 63/100) 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.
Sterling Construction Company Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Sterling Construction Company, Inc., a construction company, engages in residential construction, specialty services, and heavy civil activities primarily in the southern United States, the Rocky Mountain states, California, and Hawaii. The company is headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas.
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