Iron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)vsRoyal Caribbean Cruises Ltd (RCL)
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$124.66
-4.29%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $37.86B
RCL
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd
$280.00
-4.53%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $76.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd generates 154% more annual revenue ($18.39B vs $7.25B). RCL leads profitability with a 24.4% profit margin vs 3.8%. RCL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.33. RCL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
IRM
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
RCL
Strong Buy72
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
Margin of Safety
-67.2%
Fair Value
$199.66
Current Price
$280.00
$80.34 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
Every $100 of equity generates 46 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 26.2%
Earnings expanding 28.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
3.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
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 : RCL
The strongest argument for RCL centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.4% and operating margin at 26.2%. Revenue growth of 11.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : RCL
The primary concerns for RCL are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.22 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IRM profiles as a growth stock while RCL is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
RCL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.78 — expect wider price swings.
IRM is growing revenue faster at 21.6% — sustainability is the question.
RCL generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RCL scores higher overall (72/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 24.4% margins and 11.3% revenue growth. 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.
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · TRAVEL SERVICES · USA
Royal Caribbean Group, formerly known as Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., is an American global cruise holding company incorporated in Liberia and based in Miami, Florida, US.
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