Iron Mountain Incorporated
$128.22
-0.19%Iron Mountain Incorporated (NYSE: IRM), founded in 1951, is the global leader for storage and information management services. Trusted by more than 225,000 organizations around the world, and with a real estate network of more than 90 million square feet across approximately 1,450 facilities in approximately 50 countries, Iron Mountain stores and protects billions of valued assets, including critical business information, highly sensitive data, and cultural and historical artifacts. Providing solutions that include secure records storage, information management, digital transformation, secure destruction, as well as data centers, cloud services and art storage and logistics, Iron Mountain helps customers lower cost and risk, comply with regulations, recover from disaster, and enable a more digital way of working.
At a Glance
Live SnapshotIntrinsic Alpha Methodology
Thesis Lenses
Signal
High confidenceValuation multiple is elevated (P/E 261.7).
Valuation inputs: P/E 261.7, earnings yield +0.4%, momentum -0.2%.
If multiples stay elevated while momentum fades, downside repricing risk rises.
Driver
High confidenceReturn profile is soft (ROE -14.7%, ROIC +5.3%).
Profitability stack: net margin +2.1%, ROE -14.7%, ROIC +5.3%.
Quality deterioration often appears in margins before it shows up in headline EPS.
Risk
High confidenceDownside profile is elevated and scenario stress-testing is essential.
Risk factors: liabilities/assets +103.1%, momentum -0.2%, net margin +2.1%.
Higher leverage with weak momentum and thin margins can amplify drawdown severity.
Iron Mountain Incorporated Market vs Earnings Trajectory
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Iron Mountain Incorporated Fair Value Envelope
Iron Mountain Incorporated Profit Bridge
Profitability Analysis
Gross Margin
Moderate margins typical of competitive industries. Monitor for pricing pressure or rising costs.
Operating Margin
Healthy operating margins demonstrate effective cost control and strong business fundamentals.
Net Profit Margin
Minimal profitability after all expenses. Limited financial flexibility for reinvestment or shareholder returns.
Effective Tax Rate
Higher tax burden may reflect limited tax optimization or operations in high-tax jurisdictions.
Profitability Insight
Interest or tax burden: Strong operational performance but thin net margins indicate high interest expenses or unfavorable tax position eating into profits.
Iron Mountain Incorporated Cash Conversion Engine
Cash Flow Quality Analysis
FCF Conversion Rate
Negative free cash flow despite positive earnings raises concerns about cash generation ability or heavy capital requirements.
CapEx Intensity
Very high capital intensity consumes most operating cash flow. Limited flexibility for dividends or debt reduction.
FCF Growth Trend
Significant FCF decline raises concerns. Urgent review needed of operational performance and capital allocation.
Working Capital Impact
Minimal working capital impact on FCF. Changes in operating assets and liabilities well-managed.
Cash Flow Quality Insight
Cash flow concerns: Despite profitability, the company is burning cash. Review working capital management, CapEx levels, and sustainability of current operations.
Iron Mountain Incorporated Funding & Solvency Profile
Financial Health Analysis
Current Ratio
Warning: Liquidity concerns. Current assets may not be sufficient to cover short-term obligations.
Working Capital
Negative working capital indicates short-term liabilities exceed short-term assets—potential liquidity stress.
Asset Composition
Capital-intensive business with significant long-term investments in property, equipment, or intangibles.
Iron Mountain Incorporated Street Expectations Map
Wall Street analysts project that IRM stock may experience modest gains over the coming 12 months. The consensus 1-year price target stands at 132.33, with estimates ranging from a low of 127.00 to a high of 140.00.
The consensus 1-year price target stands at 132.33, with estimates ranging from a low of 127.00 to a high of 140.00.
Analyst Consensus Analysis
Upside Potential
Fair value territory. Stock trading near consensus target suggests limited near-term catalysts. Focus on fundamental developments.
Analyst Agreement
High analyst agreement. Narrow target range indicates strong consensus on valuation, suggesting clear investment thesis and predictable outlook.
Risk-Reward Profile
Favorable risk-reward. Potential upside significantly exceeds downside risk, offering asymmetric return profile attractive for risk-tolerant investors.
Analyst Conviction
Neutral sentiment. Fair value pricing with moderate agreement suggests wait-and-see approach or catalyst-driven opportunity.
Market Sentiment Insight
Efficient pricing: Stock trading at fair value with strong consensus suggests market has priced in expectations. Look for fundamental inflection points or new catalysts to drive meaningful moves.
Iron Mountain Incorporated Insider Positioning
During the last 12 months, insiders have purchased $3K and sold $49.97M worth of IRM shares, resulting in $49.97M of net selling activity.
3 Months
0
0.00
99.6K
11.26M
-11.3M
-$11.26M
3-6 Months
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0.00
142.1K
14.42M
-14.4M
-$14.42M
6-9 Months
33
2.95K
134.8K
12.58M
-12.6M
-$12.58M
9-12 Months
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125.4K
11.71M
-11.7M
-$11.71M
Top Buyers
Kelly Christie B.
Director
$3K
Top Sellers
Meaney William L
Director, Officer: President And Ceo
$35.58M
Kidd Mark
Officer: Evp, Gm Data Centers & Alm
$7.39M
Mcintosh Greg W
Officer: Evp, Cco & Gm, Global Rm
$3.42M
Bhargava Mithu
Officer: Evp, Gm Digital Business Unit
$1.49M
Borges Daniel
Officer: Svp & Chief Accounting Officer
$902K
Insider Activity Analysis
Net Insider Sentiment
Strong bearish signal with $49.97M net selling. Heavy insider selling may indicate concerns about valuation or near-term prospects.
Buy/Sell Ratio
Very poor ratio. Heavy selling with minimal buying suggests insiders may be concerned about valuation or outlook.
Recent Trend (3 Months)
Heavy recent selling activity. Recent insider sales notably exceed purchases—may warrant investigation into company developments.
Insider Participation
5 insider sellers vs. 1 buyers. Widespread selling across multiple insiders may signal concerns.
Insider Activity Insight
Multiple red flags: Heavy selling, numerous sellers, and continued recent selling create a concerning pattern. Investigate fundamental drivers and consider whether company guidance or industry conditions have deteriorated.
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Learning Layer
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Research Paths
Snapshot
Start with context, operating signals, and key market metrics.
Value Model
Stress test fair value across bear, base, and bull assumptions.
Statements
Validate revenue quality, margins, and balance sheet durability.
Earnings Call
Read management commentary and compare it with reported outcomes.
Dividends
Check payout sustainability and long-term distribution behavior.
Analyst Expectations
Review consensus spread and where estimate risk is concentrated.