Americold Realty Trust (COLD)vsExtra Space Storage Inc (EXR)
COLD
Americold Realty Trust
$14.71
-1.74%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $4.15B
EXR
Extra Space Storage Inc
$145.31
-0.38%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $33.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Extra Space Storage Inc generates 34% more annual revenue ($3.48B vs $2.60B). EXR leads profitability with a 27.1% profit margin vs -4.3%. COLD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 5.84. EXR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
COLD
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
EXR
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+40.8%
Fair Value
$21.20
Current Price
$14.71
$6.49 discount
Margin of Safety
-7.2%
Fair Value
$132.89
Current Price
$145.31
$12.42 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 44.0%
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
0.3% revenue growth
Operating margin of 4.3%
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.8% revenue growth
ROE of 7.1% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COLD
The strongest argument for COLD centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : EXR
The strongest argument for EXR centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.1% and operating margin at 44.0%.
Bear Case : COLD
The primary concerns for COLD are Revenue Growth, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.62 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : EXR
The primary concerns for EXR are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COLD profiles as a turnaround stock while EXR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
EXR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
EXR is growing revenue faster at 3.8% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
EXR scores higher overall (51/100 vs 38/100), backed by strong 27.1% margins. COLD offers better value entry with a 40.8% 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.
Extra Space Storage Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
Extra Space Storage is a real estate investment trust headquartered in Cottonwood Heights, Utah that invests in self storage units.
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