Digital Realty Trust Inc (DLR)vsPepsiCo Inc (PEP)
DLR
Digital Realty Trust Inc
$200.94
+3.28%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $71.36B
PEP
PepsiCo Inc
$158.49
+2.06%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $212.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PepsiCo Inc generates 1412% more annual revenue ($95.45B vs $6.31B). DLR leads profitability with a 21.8% profit margin vs 9.2%. PEP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.68. PEP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
DLR
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
PEP
Buy63
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
-2.3%
Fair Value
$154.87
Current Price
$158.49
$3.62 premium
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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Earnings expanding 27.8% 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
Trading at 10.1x book value
Weak financial health signals
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 17.4%. Revenue growth of 16.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PEP
The strongest argument for PEP centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
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 : PEP
The primary concerns for PEP are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DLR profiles as a growth stock while PEP is a value 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.
PEP generates stronger free cash flow (-406M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PEP scores higher overall (63/100 vs 61/100). 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.
Visit Website →PepsiCo Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC · USA
PepsiCo, Inc. is an American based multinational food, snack, and beverage corporation headquartered in Harrison, New York, in the hamlet of Purchase. PepsiCo's business encompasses all aspects of the food and beverage market. It oversees the manufacturing, distribution, and marketing of its products.
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