IREN is undergoing a significant transformation expected to extend until early 2027, facing challenges like rising debt, dilution risk, and negative returns on invested capital due to heavy capital expenditures. The company’s recent acquisition of Mirantis presents four key factors that could boost performance, but overall growth is slower compared to competitor Nebius. Despite these risks, the analyst maintains a 'Buy' rating on IREN, recommending a smaller investment allocation relative to Nebius due to the financial pressures and strategic uncertainties. Investors should watch how these factors unfold as IREN reshapes its business model.
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