Iron Mountain Incorporated (IRM)vsWheaton Precious Metals Corp (WPM)
IRM
Iron Mountain Incorporated
$124.66
-4.29%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $37.86B
WPM
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
$116.23
+6.75%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $59.18B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Iron Mountain Incorporated generates 164% more annual revenue ($7.25B vs $2.75B). WPM leads profitability with a 65.5% profit margin vs 3.8%. WPM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.43. WPM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
IRM
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
WPM
Strong Buy78
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
Margin of Safety
-46.2%
Fair Value
$79.49
Current Price
$116.23
$36.74 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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Keeps 66 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 75.0%
Revenue surging 91.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 128.8% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
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 : WPM
The strongest argument for WPM centers on PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 65.5% and operating margin at 75.0%. Revenue growth of 91.6% 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 : WPM
The primary concerns for WPM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IRM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
WPM is growing revenue faster at 91.6% — sustainability is the question.
WPM generates stronger free cash flow (692M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
WPM scores higher overall (78/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 65.5% margins and 91.6% 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.
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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