Extra Space Storage (EXR), a large US self-storage REIT, has drawn investor attention after recent share price moves, with the stock closing at US$150.60 and posting mixed return figures over the past year and past 3 months.

See our latest analysis for Extra Space Storage.

Recent share price gains, including a 10.01% 1 month share price return and 14.99% year to date share price return, suggest improving momentum. Longer term total shareholder returns, such as 16.92% over three years, show a steadier, compounding profile.

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With Extra Space Storage trading near US$150.60…