Broadstone Net Lease Inc (BNL)vsIron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)
BNL
Broadstone Net Lease Inc
$20.58
+1.78%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $4.22B
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$124.66
-4.29%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $37.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Iron Mountain Incorporated generates 1452% more annual revenue ($7.25B vs $466.85M). BNL leads profitability with a 27.0% profit margin vs 3.8%. BNL trades at a lower P/E of 32.4x. IRM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
BNL
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
IRM
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-31.6%
Fair Value
$14.80
Current Price
$20.58
$5.78 premium
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 52.2%
Earnings expanding 175.2% YoY
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 4.4% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
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 : BNL
The strongest argument for BNL centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.0% and operating margin at 52.2%. Revenue growth of 11.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : BNL
The primary concerns for BNL are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
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
BNL profiles as a mature 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.
BNL generates stronger free cash flow (75M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IRM scores higher overall (64/100 vs 62/100) and 21.6% revenue growth. 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.
Broadstone Net Lease Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - DIVERSIFIED · USA
BNL is an internally managed REIT that primarily acquires, owns and manages single-tenant commercial real estate that is rented out on a long-term basis to a diversified group of tenants.
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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