Digital Realty Trust Inc (DLR)vsFederal Realty Investment Trust (FRT)
DLR
Digital Realty Trust Inc
$200.94
+3.28%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $71.36B
FRT
Federal Realty Investment Trust
$110.61
-1.58%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $9.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Digital Realty Trust Inc generates 393% more annual revenue ($6.31B vs $1.28B). FRT leads profitability with a 32.1% profit margin vs 21.8%. FRT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.65. FRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
DLR
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
FRT
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-31.8%
Fair Value
$132.50
Current Price
$200.94
$68.44 premium
Margin of Safety
+40.2%
Fair Value
$178.84
Current Price
$110.61
$68.23 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 69.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
16.7% revenue growth
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.5%
Earnings expanding 98.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of 5.7% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DLR
The strongest argument for DLR centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.8% and operating margin at 17.4%. Revenue growth of 16.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : FRT
The strongest argument for FRT centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.1% and operating margin at 34.5%.
Bear Case : DLR
The primary concerns for DLR are Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 53.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : FRT
The primary concerns for FRT are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DLR profiles as a growth stock while FRT is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
DLR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
DLR is growing revenue faster at 16.7% — sustainability is the question.
FRT generates stronger free cash flow (51M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FRT scores higher overall (64/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 32.1% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Digital Realty Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
Digital Realty Trust, Inc. is a real estate investment trust that invests in carrier-neutral data centers and provides colocation and peering services.
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REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Federal Realty Investment Trust is a real estate investment trust that invests in shopping centers in the Northeastern United States, the Mid-Atlantic states, California, and South Florida.
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