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EarningsQ2 2026 Earnings Report

Cubesmart (CUBE) Q2 2026 Earnings Report

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CUBE Q2 2026 EPS Results

Actual EPS$0.39
Consensus EPS$0.36
Beat/MissBeat by +$0.03
One Year Ago EPS$0.36

CUBE Q2 2026 Revenue Results

Actual Revenue$286.49M
Expected Revenue$281.12M
Beat/MissBeat by +$5.37M
YoY Revenue Growth+1.48%

Earnings Announcement Details

QuarterQ2 2026
Date07/30/2026
TimeAfter Close
Conference CallThursday, July 30, 2026
CUBE Upcoming Earnings
Cubesmart's next earnings date is estimated for October 29, 2026, based on past reporting schedules.

Q2 2026 Earnings Call Audio

CUBE Q2 2026 Earnings Call
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Q2 2026 Earnings Slide Deck

No slide deck is available for this earnings event.

Q2 2026 Earnings Call Summary

Q2 2026
Earnings Call Date:Jul 30, 2026|
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveyed an overall optimistic and constructive outlook: operating fundamentals (move-ins, occupancy, and same-store revenue) are improving and guidance was raised modestly, supported by strategic capital allocation actions (JVs, share repurchases) and improved liquidity (extended revolver). However, near-term challenges persist — same-store NOI was negative due to elevated expense growth, and some Sunbelt markets remain pressured by supply and pricing headwinds. Balance sheet flexibility and JV/share-repurchase strategies are positioned to accelerate value creation as the recovery continues.
Company Guidance
CubeSmart raised its full‑year 2026 same‑store revenue guidance to 0.5%–1.25% (midpoint implying continued back‑half acceleration) after Q2 same‑store revenue of +0.8% (Q1 +0.6%) and move‑in rates +1.7% YoY; Q2 same‑store NOI was -0.7% with same‑store operating expenses up 4.4%, and management narrowed full‑year same‑store expense guidance to 3.25%–4.5%; Q2 FFO per share as‑adjusted was $0.63 (at the prior midpoint) and the company expects FFO and NOI to return to positive growth in H2 2026; operational momentum as of July 30 showed physical occupancy at 91.1% (+30 bps YoY), July rentals +3% and vacates -3%; capital actions include a new JV (15 noncore assets, Cube retains a 20% stake, implied cap rates mid‑5s, potential ~50% venture leverage, expected to close in Q4), continued share repurchases ($42.5M in Q2, $75.8M YTD) and an expanded revolver to $1.0B (from $850M) maturing June 2030.
Return to Positive Revenue Momentum
Same-store revenue growth accelerated to 0.8% year-over-year in Q2 (up from 0.6% in Q1), and management raised full-year same-store revenue guidance to a new range of 0.5% to 1.25%, signaling an expected acceleration in the back half of 2026.
Improving Move-In Rates and Occupancy
Move-in rates for new customers increased 1.7% year-over-year in Q2 (improving 80 basis points sequentially). Physical same-store occupancy as of July 30 was 91.1%, a 30 basis point increase versus July 30, 2025. July rentals were +3% year-over-year and vacates were -3%.
Capital Allocation Actions — JVs and Buybacks
Announced a joint venture with Titan/Heitman contributing 15 non-core assets (CubeSmart retaining a 20% stake) to unlock value; proceeds to fund share repurchases. Company repurchased $42.5 million of stock in Q2 and $75.8 million year-to-date.
Balance Sheet and Liquidity Strengthened
Closed an extended and expanded revolving credit facility: maturity extended to June 2030, capacity increased from $850M to $1.0B, and pricing improved. No debt maturities in 2027, providing flexibility while monitoring debt markets.
FFO and Operating Position
Reported FFO per share (as adjusted) of $0.63 for Q2, which was at the midpoint of guidance. Management expects a return to positive cash flow and earnings growth in the second half of 2026.
Third-Party Management and AUM Growth Opportunities
Added 25 third-party stores in Q2, ending the quarter with 872 third-party stores under management. Management highlighted multiple JV vehicles (Heitman, CBRE) as channels for external growth and potential open-market acquisitions.
Market-Level Recovery Signals
Sequential improvement seen across core markets: notable strength in Accella corridor, Austin, Stamford, NY, Philadelphia, Chicago, Columbus, Cleveland, Inland Empire and Los Angeles. Management reports gradual recovery in Sunbelt major markets as supply headwinds dissipate.

CUBE Earnings History

Report Date
Fiscal Quarter
Forecast / EPS
Last Year's EPS
EPS YoY Change
Press Release
Oct 29, 2026
2026 (Q3)
0.42 / -
0.36―
2026 (Q2)
0.36 / 0.39
0.368.33% (+0.03)
2026 (Q1)
0.34 / 0.36
0.39-7.69% (-0.03)
2025 (Q4)
0.37 / 0.34
0.45-24.44% (-0.11)
2025 (Q3)
0.38 / 0.36
0.44-18.18% (-0.08)
2025 (Q2)
0.37 / 0.36
0.41-12.20% (-0.05)
2025 (Q1)
0.38 / 0.39
0.42-7.14% (-0.03)
2024 (Q4)
0.46 / 0.45
0.5-10.00% (-0.05)
2024 (Q3)
0.45 / 0.44
0.45-2.22% (-0.01)
2024 (Q2)
0.42 / 0.41
0.43-4.65% (-0.02)
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed