Americold Realty Trust (COLD)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
COLD
Americold Realty Trust
$11.31
-0.18%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $3.24B
PLD
Prologis Inc
$130.36
+0.01%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $121.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 254% more annual revenue ($9.19B vs $2.60B). PLD leads profitability with a 36.2% profit margin vs -4.4%. COLD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 5.84. PLD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
COLD
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
PLD
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for COLD.
Margin of Safety
-116.9%
Fair Value
$60.09
Current Price
$130.36
$70.27 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
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%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.0% revenue growth
ROE of 6.1% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COLD
The strongest argument for COLD centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : PLD
The strongest argument for PLD centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.2% and operating margin at 41.3%.
Bear Case : COLD
The primary concerns for COLD are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COLD profiles as a turnaround stock while PLD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
PLD is growing revenue faster at 4.0% — sustainability is the question.
COLD generates stronger free cash flow (-12M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLD scores higher overall (55/100 vs 37/100), backed by strong 36.2% 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.
Prologis Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
Prologis, Inc. is a real estate investment trust headquartered in San Francisco, California that invests in logistics facilities, with a focus on the consumption side of the global supply chain.
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