Fomento Economico Mexicano (FMX)vsIron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)
FMX
Fomento Economico Mexicano
$122.88
+0.29%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $44.07B
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$124.66
-4.29%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $37.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fomento Economico Mexicano generates 11672% more annual revenue ($852.92B vs $7.25B). IRM leads profitability with a 3.8% profit margin vs 3.3%. IRM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.70. IRM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
FMX
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
IRM
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for FMX.
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
Earnings expanding 167.8% YoY
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
Moderate valuation
3.3% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : FMX
The strongest argument for FMX centers on EPS Growth.
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 : FMX
The primary concerns for FMX are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Thin 3.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
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
FMX 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.
FMX generates stronger free cash flow (842M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IRM scores higher overall (64/100 vs 56/100) 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.
Fomento Economico Mexicano
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - BREWERS · USA
Fomento Econmico Mexicano, SAB de CV, is a bottler of Coca-Cola brand beverages. The company is headquartered in Monterrey, Mexico.
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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