Coinbase Global Inc (COIN)vsIron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)
COIN
Coinbase Global Inc
$195.43
-7.82%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $55.25B
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$125.07
-2.10%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $38.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Iron Mountain Incorporated generates 15% more annual revenue ($7.25B vs $6.29B). COIN leads profitability with a 12.7% profit margin vs 3.8%. COIN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.77. IRM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
COIN
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
IRM
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for COIN.
Margin of Safety
-4.8%
Fair Value
$95.66
Current Price
$125.07
$29.41 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 430.6% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 225 in profit
Earnings expanding 860.0% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 21.0%
Revenue surging 21.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 6.7% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : COIN
The strongest argument for COIN centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.77 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : IRM
The strongest argument for IRM centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 21.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : COIN
The primary concerns for COIN are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 77.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : IRM
The primary concerns for IRM are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 142.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COIN profiles as a declining stock while IRM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
COIN carries more volatility with a beta of 3.38 — expect wider price swings.
IRM is growing revenue faster at 21.6% — sustainability is the question.
COIN generates stronger free cash flow (183M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IRM scores higher overall (64/100 vs 49/100) and 21.6% 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.
Coinbase Global Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Coinbase Global, Inc. provides financial infrastructure and technology for the crypto economy. The company is headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware.
Visit Website →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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