Americold Realty Trust Inc (COLD)
NYSEReal EstateReit - IndustrialSnapshot 2026-09-04
$14.22+0.78%
Close 2026-09-04 · 1-day change
NYSEReal EstateReit - IndustrialSnapshot 2026-09-04
QuarterlyIQ Insights · COLD
What must go right, what could break, what the price assumes, and what evidence comes next.
The current health of the standing investment case.
Recent financial performance sits well below its industry cohort — worth keeping an eye on, though it has not freshly broken.
One-year growth currently built into the price, compared with our model's estimate.
| Measure | Marker shape | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Growth built into the price | circle | 6.0% |
| Our one-year growth estimate | diamond | -2.5% |
For each item: what to watch, what would become a concern, and what would make it less concerning.
A reporting-risk estimate, not a forecast of the stock-price response.
Historical relationships that met the evidence threshold. They do not prove cause or forecast a move.
Usually moved in the same direction.
Price observations: 365 days
Most sensitive to the broad stock market.
Based on historical daily prices through 2026-09-04.
Past price behavior in dollars on a $10,000 position. This does not measure permanent business risk.
How much price usually moves either way.
Use the underlying financial and sector pages to investigate the cause.
Not investment advice. Scores describe historical and current data; they are not forecasts of future returns. Consult a licensed advisor before making investment decisions.
Growth built into the price is above our model estimate.
The price assumes 8.5 percentage points more one-year growth.
The one-year revenue growth assumption on Valuation.
Model as of 2026-09-04 · Compared with 15 industry peers · Company calendar date is not available
COLD — strategy / product update — Material Impairments
Dated 2026-07-23
Material Impairments On July 21, 2026, Americold Realty Trust, Inc. (the “Company”) entered into a Termination and Wind Down Agreement (the “Agreement”) with ADUSA Distribution, LLC, a subsidiary of Ahold Delhaize USA (“ADUSA Distribution”), pursuant to which the Company and ADUSA Distribution have agreed to wind down operations at the Company’s automated retail distribution center located in Lancaster, PA (the “PA Facility”) and will not commence operations at the Company’s automated retail…
Why it matters: Steady revenue growth means the industry is getting stable. It also shows success in operations.
Supportive ifQ3 total revenues increase year-over-year by more than 2%.
Worry ifQ3 total revenues grow less than 1% year-over-year.
Why it matters: This joint venture could help Americold's finances and support growth. Success may show better financial health and efficiency.
Supportive ifThe joint venture leads to a significant reduction in debt or improved cash flow within six months.
Worry ifThe joint venture fails to close or results in unexpected costs that worsen financial metrics.
Why it matters: The earnings report will show if the company can improve its loss-making status.
Worry ifThe earnings report shows smaller losses or a return to making money.
Less concerning ifThe earnings report shows larger losses. There is no improvement in finances.
Why it matters: New partnerships can boost growth and improve market position. This is key for Americold.
Supportive ifA new partnership will help Americold reach more customers.
Worry ifNo new partnerships announced in the next quarter.
We watch for confirming and disproving signals on each item. Resolutions are found automatically where possible and checked by hand for unclear cases. Last 90 days shown.
A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days.
Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year.
| Measure | Value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Typical day | ±$151 on $10,000 · ±1.5% | How much price usually moves either way. |
| Bad day | $377 loss on $10,000 · 3.8% | A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days. |
| Largest peak-to-trough drop in the past year | $2,813 loss on $10,000 · 28.1% | Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year. |
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement; 1.20 means about 20% more.
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement to the sector. This is secondary context.
Latest 30 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
Latest 252 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
20-trading-day average in US dollars.
Trading days used by the source risk snapshot.
Past results, not a forecast. Not investment advice.
Why it matters: Ongoing declines may mean bigger problems. This could affect future guidance.
Worry ifGlobal Warehouse same store NOI declines more than 1.5% year over year.
Less concerning ifGlobal Warehouse same store NOI stays steady or grows each year.
Why it matters: If revenue growth picks up, it could signal a positive shift for Americold.
Supportive ifSector revenue growth speeds up again, above 5% year over year.
Worry ifSector revenue growth keeps slowing down, below 5% year over year.
Why it matters: Higher impairment charges may show worse asset performance. This could hurt financial health.
Worry ifImpairment charges in Q3 are over $50 million.
Less concerning ifImpairment charges remain below $20 million in Q3.
Why it matters: New partnerships could help Americold grow and do better in the market.
Supportive ifA press release will share news about a new partnership that adds services.
Worry ifNo new partnerships announced in the next quarter.
Why it matters: Impairment charges can hurt net income. They can also lower investor confidence.
Worry ifThe next earnings report shows net income hit by impairment charges over $309.6 million.
Less concerning ifThe next earnings report shows net income not affected by big impairment charges.
Why it matters: This plan aims for $25 million in savings. Progress could help margins and efficiency.
Supportive ifManagement says they saved at least $10 million from the plan by Q3.
Worry ifSavings reported are less than $5 million. This shows execution issues.
Why it matters: Growth in the warehouse area is important for total revenue. It shows market demand.
Watch forWarehouse segment revenue grows year over year by more than 5%.
Also watch forWarehouse revenue is down compared to last year.
Why it matters: Occupancy rates matter for revenue. A drop could mean less demand in cold storage.
Worry ifOccupancy rates rose by over 1% from last quarter.
Less concerning ifOccupancy rates fell from last quarter.
Why it matters: Keeping spending in check is key for financial health. It affects future growth.
Supportive ifManagement says spending is on track with the budget for this year.
Worry ifManagement says more spending is needed beyond the budget.
Why it matters: A big drop in NOI may show deeper problems. It could mean market challenges.
Worry ifSame store NOI declines more than 2% in Q3.
Less concerning ifSame store NOI remains flat or increases in Q3.
Why it matters: Closing this joint venture is key for improving the balance sheet and future growth.
Supportive ifThe joint venture closes. It gives the expected financial benefits.
Worry ifThe joint venture fails to close or faces significant delays.
Why it matters: This growth shows if Americold can keep going in a tough market. It shows demand and pricing power.
Supportive ifWarehouse segment same store revenue growth exceeds 2.2% year over year.
Worry ifWarehouse segment same store revenue growth is below 0% year over year.
Why it matters: A bigger loss could show deeper problems and hurt investor confidence. It relates to cost management.
Worry ifNet loss in Q3 exceeds $342 million.
Less concerning ifNet loss in Q3 is less than $200 million.