Iron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)vsSpotify Technology SA (SPOT)
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$124.66
-4.29%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $37.86B
SPOT
Spotify Technology SA
$496.95
+0.68%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $99.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Spotify Technology SA generates 142% more annual revenue ($17.53B vs $7.25B). SPOT leads profitability with a 15.4% profit margin vs 3.8%. SPOT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.63. SPOT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
IRM
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
SPOT
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
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
-65.0%
Fair Value
$295.16
Current Price
$496.95
$201.79 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 34 in profit
Earnings expanding 222.4% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 10.4x book value
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 : SPOT
The strongest argument for SPOT centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.4% and operating margin at 15.8%.
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 : SPOT
The primary concerns for SPOT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IRM profiles as a growth stock while SPOT is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
SPOT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.55 — expect wider price swings.
IRM is growing revenue faster at 21.6% — sustainability is the question.
SPOT generates stronger free cash flow (845M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IRM scores higher overall (64/100 vs 64/100) and 21.6% revenue growth. 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.
Spotify Technology SA
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · USA
Spotify Technology SA, provides audio streaming services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg, Luxembourg.
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