COLD (Americold Realty Trust) EV-to-OCF: 23.39 (As of Jul. 25, 2026) — 27% Below Median

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COLD Americold Realty Trust Inc COLD
59 GF Score
Price $14.32
GF Value $21.70
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 9 Warning Signs
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What is Americold Realty Trust EV-to-OCF?

Americold Realty Trust COLD +1.56% 59 EV-to-OCF is 23.39 as of Jul. 25, 2026, which is 27% below its 10-year median of 32.21. GuruFocus rates COLD with a GF Score™ of 59/100 and a GF Value™ of $21.70 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 934 REITs companies, Americold Realty Trust ranks worse than 64.78% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Americold Realty Trust's Enterprise Value is $8,640 Mil. Americold Realty Trust's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $369 Mil. Therefore, Americold Realty Trust's EV-to-OCF for today is 23.39.

The historical rank and industry rank for Americold Realty Trust's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

COLD' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 18.52   Med: 32.21   Max: 51.49
Current: 23.39

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Americold Realty Trust was 51.49. The lowest was 18.52. And the median was 32.21.

COLD's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
64.78% of 934 companies
in the REITs industry
Industry Median: 18.335 vs COLD: 23.39

EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-07-25), Americold Realty Trust's stock price is $14.32. Americold Realty Trust's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $-0.390. Therefore, Americold Realty Trust's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.


Americold Realty Trust  (NYSE:COLD) EV-to-OCF Explanation

EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

Americold Realty Trust's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=14.32/-0.390
=At Loss

Americold Realty Trust's share price for today is $14.32.
Americold Realty Trust's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-0.390.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


Americold Realty Trust EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Americold Realty Trust EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Americold Realty Trust's EV-to-OCF can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Americold Realty Trust EV-to-OCF Chart

Americold Realty Trust Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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Americold Realty Trust Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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COLD vs NSA, LXP, TRNO: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the REIT - Industrial subindustry, Americold Realty Trust's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Americold Realty Trust EV-to-OCF vs REITs Industry

For the REITs industry and Real Estate sector, Americold Realty Trust's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Americold Realty Trust's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Americold Realty Trust EV-to-OCF Calculation

Americold Realty Trust's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=8639.818/369.307
=23.39

Americold Realty Trust's current Enterprise Value is $8,640 Mil.
Americold Realty Trust's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $369 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-OCF →
What does a EV-to-OCF of 23.39 mean?
Americold Realty Trust (COLD) has a EV-to-OCF of 23.39 as of Jul. 25, 2026. This is 27% below median its historical median of 32.21. Over the past decade, Americold Realty Trust's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 18.52 to 51.49. According to the industry distribution chart, Americold Realty Trust ranks #605 out of 934 companies in the REITs industry, placing it in the top 64.8%.
Is Americold Realty Trust's EV-to-OCF too high?
Americold Realty Trust's current EV-to-OCF of 23.39 is 27% below median its 10-year median of 32.21. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 18.52 to a high of 51.49. The REITs industry median EV-to-OCF is 18.34. Americold Realty Trust's value of 23.39 is 27.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Americold Realty Trust ranks #605 out of 934 companies in the REITs industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Americold Realty Trust has a GF Score™ of 59/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Americold Realty Trust's EV-to-OCF compare to NSA and LXP?
According to the REITs industry distribution chart, Americold Realty Trust ranks #605 out of 934 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Americold Realty Trust in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 18.34. Americold Realty Trust's value of 23.39 is 27.6% above this benchmark. Historically, Americold Realty Trust's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 18.52 to 51.49 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 32.21 vs. the industry median of 18.34, Americold Realty Trust has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-OCF for a REITs company?
The median EV-to-OCF among REITs companies is 18.34, based on 934 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Americold Realty Trust's current EV-to-OCF of 23.39 is 27.6% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the REITs industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 18.34 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Americold Realty Trust's current EV-to-OCF is 23.39, which is 27% below median its own 10-year median of 32.21. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Americold Realty Trust stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Americold Realty Trust (COLD) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $21.70, compared to a current price of $14.32 — trading 34% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 23.39, which is 27% below median its 10-year median of 32.21 and 27.6% above the REITs industry median of 18.34. Americold Realty Trust's overall GF Score™ is 59/100 with 9 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Americold Realty Trust (COLD), the current EV-to-OCF is 23.39 as of Jul. 25, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Americold Realty Trust (COLD) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Americold Realty Trust stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $14.32 is trading 34% below its estimated GF Value™ of $21.70. GuruFocus considers Americold Realty Trust to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for COLD:

  • EV-to-OCF: 23.39 (27% below median its 10-year median of 32.21)
  • GF Value™: $21.70 vs. price of $14.32 (34% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 59/100 with 9 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 27.6% above the REITs median (#605 of 934)

No single metric tells the full story. See the COLD stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Americold Realty Trust Business Description

Industry Real EstateREITs
Address 10 Glenlake Parkway, South Tower, Suite 600, Atlanta, GA, USA, 30328
Americold Realty Trust Inc is the world's second-largest owner and operator of temperature-controlled warehouses behind privately held Lineage Logistics. The Atlanta, Georgia-based firm owns and operates approximately 231 temperature-controlled warehouses, spanning 1.4 billion cubic feet. In 2022, the firm derived more than 80% of its revenue from the United States but also has sizable operations in Europe, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Americold supplements its core business by providing supply management and transportation services to its various customers. It operates as a real estate investment trust.
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