Iron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)vsVisa Inc. Class A (V)
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$124.66
-4.29%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $37.86B
V
Visa Inc. Class A
$323.57
+1.05%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $603.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Visa Inc. Class A generates 494% more annual revenue ($43.03B vs $7.25B). V leads profitability with a 51.7% profit margin vs 3.8%. V appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. V earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
IRM
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
V
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-41.5%
Fair Value
$70.83
Current Price
$124.66
$53.83 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for V.
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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 62 in profit
Keeps 52 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 67.3%
17.1% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 35.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
3.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Moderate valuation
Trading at 17.4x book value
Grey zone — moderate risk
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 : V
The strongest argument for V centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 51.7% and operating margin at 67.3%. Revenue growth of 17.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : V
The primary concerns for V are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
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.
V generates stronger free cash flow (2.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
V scores higher overall (74/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 51.7% margins and 17.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Visa Inc. Class A
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CREDIT SERVICES · USA
Visa Inc. is an American multinational financial services corporation headquartered in Foster City, California, United States. It facilitates electronic funds transfers throughout the world, most commonly through Visa-branded credit cards, debit cards and prepaid cards. Visa is one of the world's most valuable companies.
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