Iron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)vsSBA Communications Corp (SBAC)
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$128.84
+1.60%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $37.73B
SBAC
SBA Communications Corp
$218.17
-0.21%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $23.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Iron Mountain Incorporated generates 154% more annual revenue ($7.25B vs $2.85B). SBAC leads profitability with a 35.7% profit margin vs 3.8%. IRM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.70. IRM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
IRM
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
SBAC
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-5.0%
Fair Value
$95.45
Current Price
$128.84
$33.39 premium
Margin of Safety
+13.3%
Fair Value
$220.22
Current Price
$218.17
$2.05 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
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.4%
Areas to Watch
3.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 14.7%
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 : SBAC
The strongest argument for SBAC centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.7% and operating margin at 52.4%.
Bear Case : IRM
The primary concerns for IRM are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 137.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SBAC
The primary concerns for SBAC are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IRM profiles as a growth stock while SBAC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
IRM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
IRM is growing revenue faster at 21.6% — sustainability is the question.
SBAC generates stronger free cash flow (207M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IRM scores higher overall (64/100 vs 46/100) and 21.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
SBA Communications Corp
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
SBA Communications Corporation is a real estate investment trust which owns and operates wireless infrastructure in the United States, Canada, Central America, South America, and South Africa.
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