Iron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)vsThe TJX Companies Inc (TJX)
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$125.99
+10.02%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $34.07B
TJX
The TJX Companies Inc
$156.75
+0.44%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $174.07B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The TJX Companies Inc generates 775% more annual revenue ($60.37B vs $6.90B). TJX leads profitability with a 9.1% profit margin vs 2.1%. IRM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.70. TJX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
IRM
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
TJX
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
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
-7.0%
Fair Value
$147.36
Current Price
$156.75
$9.39 premium
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
Every $100 of equity generates 59 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 27.9% YoY
Generating 2.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
2.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 17.0x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : TJX
The strongest argument for TJX centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
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 : TJX
The primary concerns for TJX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IRM profiles as a growth stock while TJX is a value 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.
TJX generates stronger free cash flow (2.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TJX scores higher overall (56/100 vs 52/100). 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.
The TJX Companies Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL RETAIL · USA
The TJX Companies, Inc. (abbreviated TJX) is an American multinational off-price department store corporation, headquartered in Framingham, Massachusetts.
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