Iron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)vsVerizon Communications Inc (VZ)
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$125.99
+10.02%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $34.07B
VZ
Verizon Communications Inc
$48.03
+3.05%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $194.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Verizon Communications Inc generates 1916% more annual revenue ($139.15B vs $6.90B). VZ leads profitability with a 12.5% profit margin vs 2.1%. VZ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.16. VZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
IRM
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
VZ
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
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
-6.6%
Fair Value
$45.07
Current Price
$48.03
$2.96 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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.9%
Generating 4.4B 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
2.9% revenue growth
4.3% earnings growth
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, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VZ
The strongest argument for VZ centers on P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Price/Book. PEG of 1.16 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : VZ
The primary concerns for VZ are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IRM profiles as a growth stock while VZ 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.
VZ generates stronger free cash flow (4.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VZ scores higher overall (66/100 vs 52/100). 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.
Verizon Communications Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
Verizon Communications Inc. is an American multinational telecommunications conglomerate and a corporate component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average. The company is headquartered at 1095 Avenue of the Americas in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, but is incorporated in Delaware.
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