Digital Realty Trust Inc (DLR)vsHudson Pacific Properties Inc (HPP)
DLR
Digital Realty Trust Inc
$200.94
+3.28%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $71.36B
HPP
Hudson Pacific Properties Inc
$9.21
+1.99%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $491.43M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Digital Realty Trust Inc generates 660% more annual revenue ($6.31B vs $831.04M). DLR leads profitability with a 21.8% profit margin vs -66.4%. HPP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 6.93. DLR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
DLR
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
HPP
Buy52
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
Intrinsic value data unavailable for HPP.
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.6% year-over-year
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : HPP
The strongest argument for HPP centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 23.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : HPP
The primary concerns for HPP are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HPP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.53 — expect wider price swings.
HPP is growing revenue faster at 23.6% — sustainability is the question.
HPP generates stronger free cash flow (53M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
DLR scores higher overall (61/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 21.8% margins and 16.7% revenue growth. 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 - OFFICE · USA
Hudson Pacific is a real estate investment trust with a portfolio of office and studio properties totaling nearly 19 million square feet, including development land.
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