Iron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)vsAT&T Inc. (T)
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$124.66
-4.29%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $37.86B
T
AT&T Inc.
$22.75
+2.52%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $171.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AT&T Inc. generates 1646% more annual revenue ($126.53B vs $7.25B). T leads profitability with a 16.9% profit margin vs 3.8%. T appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.71. T earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
IRM
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
T
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
+16.3%
Fair Value
$27.48
Current Price
$22.75
$4.73 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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 22.7%
Generating 2.7B in free cash flow
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
2.9% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 11.3%
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 : T
The strongest argument for T centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.9% and operating margin at 22.7%.
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 : T
The primary concerns for T are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IRM profiles as a growth stock while T is a value 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.
T generates stronger free cash flow (2.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IRM scores higher overall (64/100 vs 64/100) and 21.6% revenue growth. T offers better value entry with a 16.3% 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.
AT&T Inc.
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
AT&T Inc. is an American multinational conglomerate holding company, Delaware-registered but headquartered at Whitacre Tower in Downtown Dallas, Texas. It is the world largest telecommunications company, and the second largest provider of mobile telephone services.
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