Iron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)vsNexpoint Real Estate Finance Inc (NREF)
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$132.06
+0.27%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $37.84B
NREF
Nexpoint Real Estate Finance Inc
$15.51
+1.51%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $349.50M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Iron Mountain Incorporated generates 4556% more annual revenue ($7.25B vs $155.63M). NREF leads profitability with a 66.5% profit margin vs 3.8%. NREF trades at a lower P/E of 5.4x. IRM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
IRM
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
NREF
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-5.2%
Fair Value
$95.27
Current Price
$132.06
$36.79 premium
Margin of Safety
+74.7%
Fair Value
$58.79
Current Price
$15.51
$43.28 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 67 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 69.4%
Areas to Watch
3.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 4.8%
Earnings declined 39.6%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IRM
The strongest argument for IRM centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 21.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NREF
The strongest argument for NREF centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 66.5% and operating margin at 69.4%.
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.
Bear Case : NREF
The primary concerns for NREF are Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 11.92 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IRM profiles as a growth stock while NREF is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
NREF carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
IRM is growing revenue faster at 21.6% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor REIT - SPECIALTY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
IRM scores higher overall (64/100 vs 58/100) and 21.6% revenue growth. NREF offers better value entry with a 74.7% margin of safety. 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.
Nexpoint Real Estate Finance Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
NexPoint Real Estate Finance, Inc. is a real estate finance company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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