Digital Realty Trust Inc (DLR)vsEPR Properties (EPR)
DLR
Digital Realty Trust Inc
$186.33
+2.31%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $71.22B
EPR
EPR Properties
$57.43
+1.25%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $4.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Digital Realty Trust Inc generates 814% more annual revenue ($6.76B vs $738.98M). EPR leads profitability with a 35.6% profit margin vs 11.8%. EPR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.93. EPR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
DLR
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
EPR
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-48.8%
Fair Value
$117.34
Current Price
$186.33
$68.99 premium
Margin of Safety
+45.6%
Fair Value
$105.59
Current Price
$57.43
$48.16 discount
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
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 54.3%
Reasonable price relative to book value
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%
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 13.2%
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 : EPR
The strongest argument for EPR centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.6% and operating margin at 54.3%. Revenue growth of 10.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DLR
The primary concerns for DLR are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 90.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : EPR
The primary concerns for EPR are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.53 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DLR profiles as a growth stock while EPR is a mature 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 (149M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EPR scores higher overall (63/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 35.6% margins and 10.6% revenue growth. 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 - SPECIALTY · USA
EPR Properties is a leading experiential net lease real estate investment trust (REIT), specializing in select and durable experimental properties in the real estate industry.
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