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Cubesmart (MX:CUBE)
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EarningsQ2 2026 Earnings Report

Cubesmart (CUBE) Q2 2026 Earnings Report

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MX:CUBE Q2 2026 EPS Results

Actual EPS$6.63
Consensus EPS$6.19
Beat/MissBeat by +$0.44
One Year Ago EPS$6.12

MX:CUBE Q2 2026 Revenue Results

Actual Revenue$4.87B
Expected Revenue$4.78B
Beat/MissBeat by +$91.30M
YoY Revenue Growth+1.48%

Earnings Announcement Details

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

Q2 2026 Earnings Call Audio

MX: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.

MX:CUBE Earnings History

Report Date
Fiscal Quarter
Forecast / EPS
Last Year's EPS
EPS YoY Change
Press Release
Oct 29, 2026
2026 (Q3)
6.97 / -
6.123
2026 (Q2)
6.19 / 6.63
6.1238.33% (+0.51)
2026 (Q1)
5.83 / 6.12
6.634-7.69% (-0.51)
2025 (Q4)
6.29 / 5.78
7.654-24.44% (-1.87)
2025 (Q3)
6.41 / 6.12
7.484-18.18% (-1.36)
2025 (Q2)
6.33 / 6.12
6.974-12.20% (-0.85)
2025 (Q1)
6.51 / 6.63
7.144-7.14% (-0.51)
2024 (Q4)
7.77 / 7.65
8.505-10.00% (-0.85)
2024 (Q3)
7.59 / 7.48
7.654-2.22% (-0.17)
2024 (Q2)
7.18 / 6.97
7.314-4.65% (-0.34)
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