American Assets Trust Inc (AAT)vsIron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)
AAT
American Assets Trust Inc
$23.66
-0.84%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.82B
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$124.66
-4.29%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $37.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Iron Mountain Incorporated generates 1570% more annual revenue ($7.25B vs $433.83M). AAT leads profitability with a 4.2% 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+).
AAT
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
IRM
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+50.9%
Fair Value
$37.66
Current Price
$23.66
$14.00 discount
Margin of Safety
-41.5%
Fair Value
$70.83
Current Price
$124.66
$53.83 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.6%
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
Areas to Watch
1.8% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.0% — below average capital efficiency
4.2% margin — thin
3.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AAT
The strongest argument for AAT centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : IRM
The strongest argument for IRM centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 21.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AAT
The primary concerns for AAT are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 78.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.50 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAT profiles as a value stock while IRM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
IRM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
IRM is growing revenue faster at 21.6% — sustainability is the question.
AAT generates stronger free cash flow (18M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IRM scores higher overall (64/100 vs 41/100) and 21.6% revenue growth. AAT offers better value entry with a 50.9% margin of safety. 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.
American Assets Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - DIVERSIFIED · USA
American Assets Trust, Inc. is a self-managed, vertically integrated, full-service real estate investment trust, or REIT, based in San Diego, California.
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.
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