<p>Smartstop Self Storage (NYSE:SMA) has been analyzed by 4 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.</p>
<p>The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<p>Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $35.25, with a high estimate of $38.00 and a low estimate of $33.00. Experiencing a 6.62% decline, the current average is now lower than the previous average price target of $37.75. </p>
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<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
<p>The standing of Smartstop Self Storage among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Eric Luebchow</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$33.00</td>
<td>$41.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nicholas Yulico</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Sector Outperform</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$36.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ki Bin Kim</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
<td>$39.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Mueller</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Smartstop Self Storage. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Smartstop Self Storage compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for Smartstop Self Storage's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
<p>Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Smartstop Self Storage's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.</p>
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<h2>About Smartstop Self Storage</h2>
<p>Smartstop Self Storage REIT Inc operates as a real estate investment trust. The trust owns, acquires, and operates self-storage properties. It operates in two segments namely, self-storage operations which generates key revenue, and managed REIT platform business. The investment objective is to focus on investing in self-storage facilities and related self-storage real estate investments that are expected to support sustainable stockholder distributions over the long term.</p>
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Smartstop Self Storage's Finances</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization Perspectives:</strong> The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.</p>
<p><strong>Revenue Growth:</strong> Smartstop Self Storage displayed positive results in 3M. As of 30 September, 2025, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately <strong>17.08%</strong>. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Real Estate sector.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of <strong>7.42%,</strong> the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> Smartstop Self Storage's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of <strong>0.43%,</strong> the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> Smartstop Self Storage's ROA is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of <strong>0.22%,</strong> the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns from its assets.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> Smartstop Self Storage's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at <strong>0.87</strong>, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.</p>
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
<p>Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.</p>
<p>Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.</p>
<p>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</p>

<p>Smartstop Self Storage (NYSE:SMA) has received mixed ratings from 4 analysts over the past three months, with an average 12-month price target of $35.25, down from $37.75. Recent evaluations show a decline in ratings, with notable changes from firms like Wells Fargo and Scotiabank. The company has reported a revenue growth of 17.08% but struggles with profitability, reflected in a net margin of 7.42% and low ROE and ROA. Smartstop operates as a REIT focused on self-storage properties, with a conservative debt-to-equity ratio of 0.87.</p>

Smartstop Self Storage Stock: A Deep Dive Into Analyst Perspectives (4 Ratings)