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IRSA Inversiones Y Representaciones(IRS)

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EXPLORE ADVISORIES AND THEIR HISTORY
QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
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$12.39
11/04/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for IRS

11/04/2026: IRS (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

IRSA Inversiones Y Representaciones is a major Argentine real estate company that owns a high-quality portfolio of premier shopping malls and corporate office buildings. Its main business strength lies in its 'trophy' assets, which provide a foundation of recurring income in a challenging economic environment. The company's primary investment story centers on its potential to capitalize on long-term Argentine economic recovery and efficient asset development. However, the stock carries significant risks, including exposure to hyperinflation, currency devaluation, and intense local macroeconomic volatility. It may best suit value-oriented investors who can tolerate high risk and monitor local Argentine policy developments for shifts in the growth outlook.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe growth story is heavily dependent on an improving macroeconomic environment in Argentina.
Momentum investorMixed fitThis is a volatile stock that can experience sharp moves depending on Argentine economic sentiment.
Value investorStrong fitThe stock often trades at a significant discount to its underlying net asset value.
Dividend investorWeak fitInconsistent dividends make this an unreliable source of income.
Low-risk investorWeak fitExposure to emerging market volatility and currency risk creates high risk for conservative investors.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock's dependence on the Argentine economy leads to significant price swings.
Valuation riskMedium / highAsset valuations are sensitive to inflationary accounting and local economic policies.
Competition risk (Real estate peers)MediumFierce competition for prime office and retail space in Buenos Aires remains a constant.
Business qualityMediumWhile the asset quality is high, the overall business is constrained by the local economic environment.
Dividend incomeLow / noneReliable income is not the primary purpose of holding this security.
Execution riskMediumOperating complex real estate projects in a high-inflation environment requires precise execution.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 43.26%
Avg. Invested days 40
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
IRS receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, and solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
IRS has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, strong growth momentum, and moderate ownership. In FY2026 versus FY2025, strong earnings growth (+259.1%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 19.0%) are partially offset by modest insider ownership of 1.14%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
IRS's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $125.1B (19.0% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is IRS's strongest growth driver at +54902.4% FY2026 versus FY2025 (strong, 5 stars). Revenue growth (+34.1%, solid) and earnings growth (+259.1%, strong) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 20.1% (moderate) and 26.2% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable (soft). Insider ownership of 1.14% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Helikon Investments Ltd 5.80%
VR Advisory Services Ltd 3.16%
Delaware Management Holdings Inc 2.52%
JPMorgan Chase & Co 1.08%
MIRAE ASSET GLOBAL ETFS HOLDINGS Ltd. 1.08%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
IRS generates approximately $607 of gross profit, $410 of operating income, and $190 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2026 results. Strong margins and soft cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains soft.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 26.27%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
IRS has a high-quality, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap Risk

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 1.05B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 3.44
1Y Target Price 21.87
Price to earnings Ratio 3.44
1Y Target Price 21.87
Volume (30-day avg) 221.0K shares
Beta 0.13
52 Weeks Range 11.52 - 17.13
Updated Date 11/04/2026
52 Weeks Range 11.52 - 17.13
Updated Date 11/04/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 3.61

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Shopping MallsRental income from retail tenants in premier shopping centers.This is the primary source of steady cash flow for the business.
Office BuildingsLeasing office space to corporate clients in Buenos Aires.Driven by corporate demand and the health of the local business sector.
Geography (Argentina)Real estate operations across Argentina.The company's performance is directly tied to the overall health of the Argentine economy.

Valuation

Trailing PE 3.44
Forward PE 38.17
Enterprise Value 1.41B
Price to Sales(TTM) -
Enterprise Value 1.41B
Price to Sales(TTM) -
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.29
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 3.25
Shares Outstanding 84.60M
Shares Floating 22.21M
Shares Outstanding 84.60M
Shares Floating 22.21M
Percent Insiders 1.14
Percent Institutions 20.07

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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