Iron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$100.53
-0.18%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $29.74B
PLD
Prologis Inc
$130.36
+0.01%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $121.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 33% more annual revenue ($9.19B vs $6.90B). PLD leads profitability with a 36.2% profit margin vs 2.1%. IRM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.70. PLD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
IRM
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
PLD
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-2909.6%
Fair Value
$3.33
Current Price
$100.53
$97.20 premium
Margin of Safety
-116.9%
Fair Value
$60.09
Current Price
$130.36
$70.27 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 22.0%
16.6% revenue growth
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 2.3% — below average capital efficiency
2.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.0% revenue growth
ROE of 6.1% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IRM
The strongest argument for IRM centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PLD
The strongest argument for PLD centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.2% and operating margin at 41.3%.
Bear Case : IRM
The primary concerns for IRM are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 205.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IRM profiles as a growth stock while PLD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — 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
PLD scores higher overall (55/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 36.2% 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.
Prologis Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
Prologis, Inc. is a real estate investment trust headquartered in San Francisco, California that invests in logistics facilities, with a focus on the consumption side of the global supply chain.
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