Americold Realty Trust (COLD)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
COLD
Americold Realty Trust
$14.71
-1.74%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $4.15B
WELL
Welltower Inc
$200.84
+1.69%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $137.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 352% more annual revenue ($11.77B vs $2.60B). WELL leads profitability with a 12.0% profit margin vs -4.3%. WELL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.62. WELL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
COLD
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
WELL
Buy57
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
-78.3%
Fair Value
$116.05
Current Price
$200.84
$84.79 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 38.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 157.9% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
0.3% revenue growth
Operating margin of 4.3%
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of 3.2% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COLD
The strongest argument for COLD centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : WELL
The strongest argument for WELL centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 38.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : WELL
The primary concerns for WELL are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 94.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COLD profiles as a turnaround stock while WELL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
COLD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — expect wider price swings.
WELL is growing revenue faster at 38.3% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor REIT - INDUSTRIAL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
WELL scores higher overall (57/100 vs 38/100) and 38.3% revenue growth. 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.
Welltower Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HEALTHCARE FACILITIES · USA
Welltower Inc. is a real estate investment trust that invests in healthcare infrastructure.
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