CubeSmart (CUBE)vsRithm Capital Corp. (RITM)
CUBE
CubeSmart
$40.48
+1.94%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $9.07B
RITM
Rithm Capital Corp.
$9.66
-1.93%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $5.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Rithm Capital Corp. generates 260% more annual revenue ($4.05B vs $1.13B). CUBE leads profitability with a 29.6% profit margin vs 17.8%. RITM trades at a lower P/E of 8.9x. RITM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
CUBE
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
RITM
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
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
+85.0%
Fair Value
$71.08
Current Price
$9.66
$61.42 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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 38.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 72.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : RITM
The strongest argument for RITM centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.8% and operating margin at 16.1%. Revenue growth of 38.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CUBE
The primary concerns for CUBE are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : RITM
The primary concerns for RITM are Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CUBE profiles as a mature stock while RITM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
RITM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
RITM is growing revenue faster at 38.7% — sustainability is the question.
CUBE generates stronger free cash flow (122M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RITM scores higher overall (71/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 17.8% margins and 38.7% revenue growth. CUBE offers better value entry with a 33.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" 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 →Rithm Capital Corp.
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
Rhythm Capital Corp. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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