Iron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)vsSTAG Industrial Inc (STAG)
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$124.66
-4.29%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $37.86B
STAG
STAG Industrial Inc
$37.26
+0.68%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $7.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Iron Mountain Incorporated generates 739% more annual revenue ($7.25B vs $863.82M). STAG leads profitability with a 28.3% 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+
STAG
Buy52
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
+54.8%
Fair Value
$86.85
Current Price
$37.26
$49.59 discount
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
Strong operational efficiency at 37.5%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
3.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : STAG
The strongest argument for STAG centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.3% and operating margin at 37.5%.
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 : STAG
The primary concerns for STAG are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IRM profiles as a growth stock while STAG is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
IRM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
IRM is growing revenue faster at 21.6% — sustainability is the question.
STAG generates stronger free cash flow (76M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IRM scores higher overall (64/100 vs 52/100) and 21.6% revenue growth. STAG offers better value entry with a 54.8% margin of safety. 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.
STAG Industrial Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
STAG Industrial, Inc. (NYSE: STAG) is a real estate investment trust focused on the acquisition and operation of single-tenant industrial properties throughout the United States.
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