CubeSmart (CUBE)vsUMH Properties Inc (UMH)
CUBE
CubeSmart
$40.48
+1.94%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $9.07B
UMH
UMH Properties Inc
$15.55
+0.84%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CubeSmart generates 331% more annual revenue ($1.13B vs $261.31M). CUBE leads profitability with a 29.6% profit margin vs 10.1%. UMH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.72. UMH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
CUBE
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
UMH
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
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
+65.4%
Fair Value
$46.65
Current Price
$15.55
$31.10 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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.6%
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 54.2%
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 : UMH
The strongest argument for UMH centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. PEG of 0.72 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CUBE
The primary concerns for CUBE are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : UMH
The primary concerns for UMH are Market Cap, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 220.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CUBE profiles as a mature stock while UMH is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CUBE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
UMH is growing revenue faster at 8.2% — sustainability is the question.
CUBE generates stronger free cash flow (122M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UMH scores higher overall (53/100 vs 51/100). CUBE offers better value entry with a 33.0% margin of safety. Both earn "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 →UMH Properties Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
UMH Properties, Inc., which was organized in 1968, is a publicly owned REIT that owns and operates 124 manufactured home communities containing approximately 23,400 developed lots.
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