Americold Realty Trust (COLD)vsExtra Space Storage Inc (EXR)
COLD
Americold Realty Trust
$11.31
-0.18%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $3.24B
EXR
Extra Space Storage Inc
$129.99
+0.15%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $28.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Extra Space Storage Inc generates 33% more annual revenue ($3.45B vs $2.60B). EXR leads profitability with a 28.3% profit margin vs -4.4%. EXR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.30. EXR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
COLD
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
EXR
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for COLD.
Margin of Safety
+3.2%
Fair Value
$147.25
Current Price
$129.99
$17.26 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 44.5%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -3.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 120.0%
Earnings declined 66.7%
Moderate valuation
4.6% revenue growth
ROE of 7.0% — 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 28.3% and operating margin at 44.5%.
Bear Case : COLD
The primary concerns for COLD are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
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 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
EXR is growing revenue faster at 4.6% — sustainability is the question.
EXR generates stronger free cash flow (362M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EXR scores higher overall (57/100 vs 37/100), backed by strong 28.3% margins. 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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