Iron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)vsNational Retail Properties Inc (NNN)
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$125.99
+10.02%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $34.07B
NNN
National Retail Properties Inc
$43.52
-1.18%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $8.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Iron Mountain Incorporated generates 645% more annual revenue ($6.90B vs $926.21M). NNN leads profitability with a 42.1% profit margin vs 2.1%. IRM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.70. NNN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
IRM
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
NNN
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-10.8%
Fair Value
$90.41
Current Price
$125.99
$35.58 premium
Margin of Safety
+43.5%
Fair Value
$76.27
Current Price
$43.52
$32.75 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 225 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 22.0%
16.6% revenue growth
Keeps 42 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 62.2%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
2.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 2.2%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IRM
The strongest argument for IRM centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NNN
The strongest argument for NNN centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 42.1% and operating margin at 62.2%.
Bear Case : IRM
The primary concerns for IRM are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 229.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : NNN
The primary concerns for NNN are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IRM profiles as a growth stock while NNN is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
IRM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
IRM is growing revenue faster at 16.6% — sustainability is the question.
IRM generates stronger free cash flow (-16M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NNN scores higher overall (54/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 42.1% margins. 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.
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.
National Retail Properties Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
National Retail Properties invests primarily in high-quality retail properties generally subject to long-term net leases.
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