Americold Realty Trust (COLD)vsCubeSmart (CUBE)
COLD
Americold Realty Trust
$14.62
+3.54%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $3.92B
CUBE
CubeSmart
$39.54
+1.18%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $8.94B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Americold Realty Trust generates 129% more annual revenue ($2.61B vs $1.14B). CUBE leads profitability with a 29.3% profit margin vs -17.4%. CUBE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 5.33. CUBE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
COLD
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
CUBE
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+39.5%
Fair Value
$20.75
Current Price
$14.62
$6.13 discount
Margin of Safety
+27.0%
Fair Value
$52.92
Current Price
$39.54
$13.38 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 41.1%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
1.8% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
1.5% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COLD
The strongest argument for COLD centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : CUBE
The strongest argument for CUBE centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.3% and operating margin at 41.1%.
Bear Case : COLD
The primary concerns for COLD are Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.91 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : CUBE
The primary concerns for CUBE are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COLD profiles as a turnaround stock while CUBE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CUBE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.05 — expect wider price swings.
COLD is growing revenue faster at 1.8% — sustainability is the question.
CUBE generates stronger free cash flow (109M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CUBE scores higher overall (56/100 vs 39/100), backed by strong 29.3% margins. COLD offers better value entry with a 39.5% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Americold Realty Trust
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
Americold is the world's largest publicly traded REIT, focusing on the ownership, operation, acquisition and development of temperature controlled warehouses.
CubeSmart
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
CubeSmart is a self-managed and self-managed real estate investment trust.
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