CubeSmart (CUBE)vsTPG RE Finance Trust Inc (TRTX)
CUBE
CubeSmart
$40.48
+1.94%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $9.07B
TRTX
TPG RE Finance Trust Inc
$8.46
+1.81%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $661.31M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CubeSmart generates 751% more annual revenue ($1.13B vs $132.24M). TRTX leads profitability with a 45.6% profit margin vs 29.6%. TRTX trades at a lower P/E of 14.8x. CUBE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
CUBE
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
TRTX
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+33.0%
Fair Value
$57.58
Current Price
$40.48
$17.10 discount
Margin of Safety
+23.0%
Fair Value
$11.69
Current Price
$8.46
$3.23 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 39.5%
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 46 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.5% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 21.1%
Earnings declined 97.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CUBE
The strongest argument for CUBE centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.6% and operating margin at 39.5%.
Bull Case : TRTX
The strongest argument for TRTX centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 45.6% and operating margin at 17.1%.
Bear Case : CUBE
The primary concerns for CUBE are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : TRTX
The primary concerns for TRTX are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CUBE profiles as a mature stock while TRTX is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
TRTX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.55 — expect wider price swings.
CUBE is growing revenue faster at 5.6% — sustainability is the question.
CUBE generates stronger free cash flow (122M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CUBE scores higher overall (51/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 29.6% margins. TRTX offers better value entry with a 23.0% 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.
CubeSmart
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
CubeSmart is a self-managed and self-managed real estate investment trust.
Visit Website →TPG RE Finance Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
TPG RE Finance Trust, Inc., a commercial real estate finance company, originates, acquires and manages commercial mortgage loans and other commercial real estate-related debt instruments in North America. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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