Digital Realty Trust Inc (DLR)vsLadder Capital Corp Class A (LADR)
DLR
Digital Realty Trust Inc
$193.80
+0.64%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $72.97B
LADR
Ladder Capital Corp Class A
$9.76
+2.31%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Digital Realty Trust Inc generates 3006% more annual revenue ($6.76B vs $217.52M). LADR leads profitability with a 24.0% profit margin vs 11.8%. LADR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.89. LADR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
DLR
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
LADR
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-49.4%
Fair Value
$116.88
Current Price
$193.80
$76.92 premium
Margin of Safety
-22.4%
Fair Value
$8.62
Current Price
$9.76
$1.14 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.9%
Revenue surging 29.9% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 28.2%
Areas to Watch
ROE of 2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 58.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.2% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.8% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DLR
The strongest argument for DLR centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 29.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LADR
The strongest argument for LADR centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.0% and operating margin at 28.2%.
Bear Case : DLR
The primary concerns for DLR are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 245.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : LADR
The primary concerns for LADR are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Debt-to-equity of 2.80 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DLR profiles as a growth stock while LADR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DLR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
DLR is growing revenue faster at 29.9% — sustainability is the question.
DLR generates stronger free cash flow (532M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LADR scores higher overall (54/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 24.0% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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 - MORTGAGE · USA
Ladder Capital Corp is a real estate investment trust in the United States. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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