Digital Realty Trust Inc (DLR)vsJones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL)
DLR
Digital Realty Trust Inc
$186.79
-1.01%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $66.98B
JLL
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated
$295.71
-1.11%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $13.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated generates 324% more annual revenue ($26.76B vs $6.31B). DLR leads profitability with a 21.8% profit margin vs 3.4%. JLL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.95. JLL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
DLR
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
JLL
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-52.8%
Fair Value
$114.22
Current Price
$186.79
$72.57 premium
Margin of Safety
+46.3%
Fair Value
$564.71
Current Price
$295.71
$269.00 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 67.6% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
16.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 192.1% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
3.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 17.2%. Revenue growth of 16.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : JLL
The strongest argument for JLL centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 11.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.95 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : DLR
The primary concerns for DLR are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 49.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : JLL
The primary concerns for JLL are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow. Thin 3.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DLR profiles as a growth stock while JLL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
JLL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.29 — expect wider price swings.
DLR is growing revenue faster at 16.7% — sustainability is the question.
DLR generates stronger free cash flow (532M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JLL scores higher overall (71/100 vs 61/100) and 11.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Visit Website →Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated, a professional services company, provides real estate and investment management services in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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