Iron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)vsSBA Communications Corp (SBAC)
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$100.53
-0.18%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $29.74B
SBAC
SBA Communications Corp
$165.15
-0.97%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $17.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Iron Mountain Incorporated generates 145% more annual revenue ($6.90B vs $2.82B). SBAC leads profitability with a 37.4% profit margin vs 2.1%. IRM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.70. SBAC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
IRM
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
SBAC
Buy57
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
+58.4%
Fair Value
$459.11
Current Price
$165.15
$293.96 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 22.0%
16.6% revenue growth
Keeps 37 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.4%
Earnings expanding 115.6% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
ROE of 2.3% — below average capital efficiency
2.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.7% revenue growth
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : SBAC
The strongest argument for SBAC centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.4% and operating margin at 52.4%.
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 : SBAC
The primary concerns for SBAC are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IRM profiles as a growth stock while SBAC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
IRM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
IRM is growing revenue faster at 16.6% — sustainability is the question.
SBAC generates stronger free cash flow (241M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SBAC scores higher overall (57/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 37.4% 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.
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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