Iron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)vsOtter Tail Corporation (OTTR)
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$124.66
-4.29%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $37.86B
OTTR
Otter Tail Corporation
$86.77
+0.35%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Iron Mountain Incorporated generates 452% more annual revenue ($7.25B vs $1.31B). OTTR leads profitability with a 21.3% profit margin vs 3.8%. OTTR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.88. OTTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
IRM
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
OTTR
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-41.5%
Fair Value
$70.83
Current Price
$124.66
$53.83 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for OTTR.
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
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.7%
Areas to Watch
3.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.9% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : OTTR
The strongest argument for OTTR centers on Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.3% and operating margin at 24.7%.
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 : OTTR
The primary concerns for OTTR are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IRM profiles as a growth stock while OTTR is a value 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.
OTTR generates stronger free cash flow (-115M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OTTR scores higher overall (67/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 21.3% margins. Both earn "Strong 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.
Otter Tail Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Otter Tail Corporation is engaged in electrical service, manufacturing and plastic piping businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Fergus Falls, Minnesota.
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