Iron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$106.52
+0.97%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $35.24B
WELL
Welltower Inc
$245.01
-0.17%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $172.10B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 82% more annual revenue ($13.79B vs $7.56B). WELL leads profitability with a 12.1% profit margin vs 5.5%. IRM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.70. IRM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
IRM
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
WELL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-32.5%
Fair Value
$75.66
Current Price
$106.52
$30.86 premium
Margin of Safety
-73.7%
Fair Value
$135.10
Current Price
$245.01
$109.91 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
18.5% revenue growth
Revenue surging 38.4% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 30.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
5.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated 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 18.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WELL
The strongest argument for WELL centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 38.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : IRM
The primary concerns for IRM are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 84.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : WELL
The primary concerns for WELL are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 99.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IRM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
WELL is growing revenue faster at 38.4% — sustainability is the question.
WELL generates stronger free cash flow (881M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
IRM scores higher overall (62/100 vs 57/100) and 18.5% 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.
Welltower Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HEALTHCARE FACILITIES · USA
Welltower Inc. is a real estate investment trust that invests in healthcare infrastructure.
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