Americold Realty Trust (COLD)vsPublic Storage (PSA)
COLD
Americold Realty Trust
$14.62
+3.54%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $3.92B
PSA
Public Storage
$296.50
+0.64%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $55.40B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Public Storage generates 88% more annual revenue ($4.91B vs $2.61B). PSA leads profitability with a 41.6% profit margin vs -17.4%. PSA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.62. PSA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
COLD
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
PSA
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+39.5%
Fair Value
$20.75
Current Price
$14.62
$6.13 discount
Margin of Safety
-8.4%
Fair Value
$271.04
Current Price
$296.50
$25.46 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 42 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.7%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Earnings expanding 45.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
1.8% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 10.8x book value
3.3% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COLD
The strongest argument for COLD centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : PSA
The strongest argument for PSA centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 41.6% and operating margin at 45.7%.
Bear Case : COLD
The primary concerns for COLD are Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.91 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PSA
The primary concerns for PSA are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COLD profiles as a turnaround stock while PSA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
COLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.00 — expect wider price swings.
PSA is growing revenue faster at 3.3% — sustainability is the question.
PSA generates stronger free cash flow (799M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PSA scores higher overall (62/100 vs 39/100), backed by strong 41.6% margins. COLD offers better value entry with a 39.5% 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.
Public Storage
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
Public Storage is an American international self storage company headquartered in Glendale, California, that is run as a real estate investment trust (REIT).
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