Americold Realty Trust, Inc. (COLD) P/E Ratio History
Deep ValueTrading at -34.9x · 0th percentile of 5-year range · Significant discount to historical valuation · Data 2018–2020
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of October 3, 2026, Americold Realty Trust, Inc. (COLD) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -34.9x, with a stock price of $13.97 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-1.59.
The current P/E is 125% 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 22.1x, COLD trades at a 258% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 176 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 196.1x.
Relative to the broader market, COLD trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.5x. 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 Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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COLD P/E vs Peers
Cold Storage and Specialty Industrial REITs peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3B | 62.0 | 10.84 | -41% | |
| $9B | 25.7 | 2.25Best | -15% | |
| $28B | 29.0 | 6.68 | +14% | |
| $120B | 36.4 | 2.88 | -12% | |
| $7B | 24.7Lowest | 12.12 | +40% | |
| $8B | 31.8 | 7.76 | -14% | |
| $11B | 40.2 | 3.34 | +5% | |
| $8B | 42.7 | 3.87 | -28% | |
| $4B | 33.5 | - | +180%Best | |
| $18B | 38.2 | - | -40% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
COLD Historical P/E Data (2018–2020)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $37.33 | $0.11 | 339.4x | +144% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Sep 30 2020 | $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 | Sep 30 2019 | $37.07 | $0.15 | 241.0x | +73% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $32.42 | $0.18 | 176.4x | +27% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 31 2019 | $30.51 | $0.36 | 85.5x | -39% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $25.54 | $0.30 | 84.0x | -40% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 30 2018 | $25.02 | $0.29 | 85.6x | -39% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 139.4x
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COLD — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying COLD stock.
What is COLD's P/E ratio?
Americold Realty Trust, Inc. (COLD) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is -34.9x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $-1.59. The 5-year average P/E is 139.4x and the historical range spans 69.8x to 339.4x.
Is COLD stock overvalued or undervalued?
COLD trades at -34.9x P/E, below its 5-year average of 139.4x. At the 0th percentile of its historical range (69.8x–339.4x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is COLD stock expensive?
No, COLD is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of -34.9x is below the 5-year average of 139.4x and sits at the 0th percentile of its valuation range.
What is COLD's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, COLD's P/E ratio has ranged from 69.8x to 339.4x, with a median of 88.0x and an average of 139.4x. The current P/E of -34.9x places the stock at the 0th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2018–2020.
How does COLD's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
COLD trades at -34.9x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.5x. The 242% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does COLD's valuation compare to Real Estate peers?
Americold Realty Trust, Inc. P/E of -34.9x compares to the Real Estate sector median of 22.1x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations, weaker margins, or higher perceived risk relative to peers. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is COLD's PEG ratio?
COLD PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of -34.9x and EPS growth of -21.2%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is COLD's earnings yield?
COLD earnings yield is N/A, the inverse of its -34.9x P/E ratio. Earnings yield represents the percentage of each dollar invested that the company earns. It can be compared directly to bond yields to assess relative attractiveness of stocks versus fixed income.