Americold Realty Trust (COLD)vsPublic Storage (PSA)
COLD
Americold Realty Trust
$14.71
-1.74%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $4.15B
PSA
Public Storage
$309.68
+0.98%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $52.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Public Storage generates 87% more annual revenue ($4.87B vs $2.60B). PSA leads profitability with a 39.1% profit margin vs -4.3%. PSA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.31. PSA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
COLD
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
PSA
Buy62
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
-2.6%
Fair Value
$286.49
Current Price
$309.68
$23.19 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Earnings expanding 32.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
0.3% revenue growth
Operating margin of 4.3%
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.1x book value
3.2% 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 39.1% and operating margin at 46.0%.
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 : 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 0.99 — expect wider price swings.
PSA is growing revenue faster at 3.2% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor REIT - INDUSTRIAL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PSA scores higher overall (62/100 vs 38/100), backed by strong 39.1% margins. 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.
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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