Americold Realty Trust, Inc. (COLD) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 2018 to 2020
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COLD Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 7, 2026, Americold Realty Trust, Inc. (COLD) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -31.8x, with a stock price of $12.70 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-0.40.
The current P/E is 123% below its 5-year average of 139.4x. Over the past five years, COLD's P/E has ranged from a low of 69.8x to a high of 339.4x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Real Estate sector median P/E of 24.3x, COLD trades at a 231% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 170 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 1.1x to 195.0x.
Relative to the broader market, COLD trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.2x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our COLD DCF Valuation Calculator →
Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
COLD P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3B | 61.9 | 10.83 | -41% | |
| $9B | 27.6 | 2.41Best | -15% | |
| $30B | 31.3 | 7.21 | +14% | |
| $133B | 35.6 | 3.30 | +22% | |
| $7B | 26.4Lowest | 12.96 | +40% | |
| $8B | 33.4 | 8.16 | -14% | |
| $11B | 41.7 | 3.46 | +5% | |
| $9B | 42.1 | 3.82 | -28% | |
| $3B | 28.7 | - | +180%Best | |
| $24B | 50.1 | - | -40% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
COLD Historical P/E Data (2018–2020)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 Q4 | $37.33 | $0.11 | 339.4x | +144% | |
| FY2020 Q3 | Wed Sep 30 2020 00:00:00 GM | $35.75 | $0.44 | 81.3x | -42% |
| FY2020 Q2 | $36.30 | $0.52 | 69.8x | -50% | |
| FY2020 Q1 | $34.04 | $0.39 | 88.0x | -37% | |
| FY2019 Q4 | $35.06 | $0.25 | 142.6x | +2% | |
| FY2019 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2019 00:00:00 GM | $37.07 | $0.15 | 241.0x | +73% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2019 00:00:00 GM | $32.42 | $0.18 | 176.4x | +27% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2019 00:00:00 GM | $30.51 | $0.36 | 85.5x | -39% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Mon Dec 31 2018 00:00:00 GM | $25.54 | $0.30 | 84.0x | -40% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sun Sep 30 2018 00:00:00 GM | $25.02 | $0.29 | 85.6x | -39% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 139.4x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying COLD stock.
Is COLD stock overvalued or undervalued?
COLD trades at -31.8x P/E, below its 5-year average of 139.4x. At the N/A percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does COLD's valuation compare to peers?
Americold Realty Trust, Inc. P/E of -31.8x compares to sector median of 24.3x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is COLD's PEG ratio?
COLD PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 2018-2020.