Iron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)vsTPG RE Finance Trust Inc (TRTX)
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$124.66
-4.29%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $37.86B
TRTX
TPG RE Finance Trust Inc
$8.45
+0.84%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $657.12M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Iron Mountain Incorporated generates 5218% more annual revenue ($7.25B vs $136.23M). TRTX leads profitability with a 48.1% profit margin vs 3.8%. TRTX trades at a lower P/E of 13.3x. TRTX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
IRM
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
TRTX
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-41.5%
Fair Value
$70.83
Current Price
$124.66
$53.83 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TRTX.
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 48 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 50.7%
Earnings expanding 58.3% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
3.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : TRTX
The strongest argument for TRTX centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 48.1% and operating margin at 50.7%. Revenue growth of 11.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
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.
Bear Case : TRTX
The primary concerns for TRTX are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.17 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IRM profiles as a growth stock while TRTX is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
TRTX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.47 — expect wider price swings.
IRM is growing revenue faster at 21.6% — sustainability is the question.
TRTX generates stronger free cash flow (22M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TRTX scores higher overall (68/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 48.1% margins and 11.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
TPG RE Finance Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
TPG RE Finance Trust, Inc., a commercial real estate finance company, originates, acquires and manages commercial mortgage loans and other commercial real estate-related debt instruments in North America. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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