Iron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)vsJ W Mays Inc (MAYS)
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$121.51
+1.70%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $34.63B
MAYS
J W Mays Inc
$38.00
-4.98%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $78.61M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Iron Mountain Incorporated generates 33705% more annual revenue ($7.25B vs $21.43M). IRM leads profitability with a 3.8% profit margin vs -5.4%. IRM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
IRM
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
MAYS
Avoid23
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-40.7%
Fair Value
$71.23
Current Price
$121.51
$50.28 premium
Margin of Safety
-20.7%
Fair Value
$32.30
Current Price
$38.00
$5.70 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
3.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.0% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IRM
The strongest argument for IRM centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 21.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MAYS
The strongest argument for MAYS centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : IRM
The primary concerns for IRM are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 125.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : MAYS
The primary concerns for MAYS are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IRM profiles as a growth stock while MAYS is a turnaround 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.
MAYS generates stronger free cash flow (-1M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IRM scores higher overall (64/100 vs 23/100) and 21.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
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.
J W Mays Inc
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
JW Mays, Inc. owns, operates and leases commercial real estate in the United States. The company is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York.
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