FirstService Corp (FSV)vsIron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)
FSV
FirstService Corp
$140.68
+0.76%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $6.59B
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$124.66
-4.29%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $37.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Iron Mountain Incorporated generates 30% more annual revenue ($7.25B vs $5.56B). IRM leads profitability with a 3.8% profit margin vs 2.9%. FSV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.17. IRM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
FSV
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
IRM
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-9.3%
Fair Value
$144.15
Current Price
$140.68
$3.47 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
Earnings expanding 626.0% 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
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.7%
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 : FSV
The strongest argument for FSV 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 : FSV
The primary concerns for FSV are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 40.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.9% 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
FSV 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.
FSV generates stronger free cash flow (60M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IRM scores higher overall (64/100 vs 54/100) 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.
FirstService Corp
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
FirstService Corporation provides residential property management and other essential property services to residential and commercial clients in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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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