Iron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$100.53
-0.18%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $29.74B
WELL
Welltower Inc
$196.73
+0.06%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $137.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 57% more annual revenue ($10.84B vs $6.90B). WELL leads profitability with a 8.6% profit margin vs 2.1%. IRM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.70. IRM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
IRM
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
WELL
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-2909.6%
Fair Value
$3.33
Current Price
$100.53
$97.20 premium
Margin of Safety
-2052.0%
Fair Value
$9.66
Current Price
$196.73
$187.07 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 22.0%
16.6% revenue growth
Revenue surging 41.3% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
ROE of 2.3% — below average capital efficiency
2.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 2.5% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 26.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IRM
The strongest argument for IRM centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WELL
The strongest argument for WELL centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 41.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : IRM
The primary concerns for IRM are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 205.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WELL
The primary concerns for WELL are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 138.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IRM profiles as a growth stock while WELL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
IRM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
WELL is growing revenue faster at 41.3% — sustainability is the question.
WELL generates stronger free cash flow (647M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IRM scores higher overall (52/100 vs 39/100) and 16.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Welltower Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HEALTHCARE FACILITIES · USA
Welltower Inc. is a real estate investment trust that invests in healthcare infrastructure.
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