COLD Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
COLD - Americold Realty Trust, Inc.
$11.46
0.52 (4.75%)
▲
5d:
+1.69%
30d:
-14.41%
90d:
-10.54%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Mar 30, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 14, 2026
Smart Money Accumulation
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Strength: 3.8/10
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: COLD shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 34.8% growth. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: COLD shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 34.8% growth. Moderate conviction.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: COLD is currently trading at $11.46, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $11.31 to $13.08. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 152.8) compared to its historical average (62.3). At these levels, the market is pricing in 34.8% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, COLD is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $10.70, while resistance sits at $12.24. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.8% recently.
Market Sentiment: COLD has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $14.69 (+28.2%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, COLD is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $10.70, while resistance sits at $12.24. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.8% recently.
Market Sentiment: COLD has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $14.69 (+28.2%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Fair Price Range
$11.31 -
$13.08
Company Quality Score
49/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
65.2%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+4.8%)
- BULLISH: Trading 28.2% below Wall St target ($14.69)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 34.8% growth with -1.2% revenue growth
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$11.31 -
$13.08
Current vs Fair Value
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$10.70
Resistance Level
$12.24
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Mar 30, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
152.80
Wall Street Target
$14.69
(+28.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-1.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-66.7%
Profit Margin
-4.4%
Valuation Premium vs History
+34.8% premium
PE vs Historical
152.8 vs 62.3
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+34.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$15.45
(+35%)
2-Year Target
$20.82
(+82%)
3-Year Target
$28.07
(+145%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 153→62)
PE COMPRESSION
$11.45
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 152.8, Growth: 275.0%)
$38.68
(+238%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.4, Growth: 275.0%)
$5.66
(-51%)
Bear:
(PE: 19.0, Growth: 275.0%)
$4.81
(-58%)
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: March 30, 2026 7:32 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
2
Sells
Net
INSIDERS SELLING
Recent Transactions
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SELL
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