Digital Realty Trust Inc (DLR)vsFederal Realty Investment Trust (FRT)
DLR
Digital Realty Trust Inc
$186.79
-1.01%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $66.98B
FRT
Federal Realty Investment Trust
$122.56
+1.45%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $10.94B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Digital Realty Trust Inc generates 381% more annual revenue ($6.31B vs $1.31B). FRT leads profitability with a 38.6% profit margin vs 21.8%. FRT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.65. FRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
DLR
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
FRT
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
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
+35.5%
Fair Value
$165.94
Current Price
$122.56
$43.38 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
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.1%
Earnings expanding 152.5% YoY
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
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : FRT
The strongest argument for FRT centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 38.6% and operating margin at 34.1%. Revenue growth of 10.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : FRT
The primary concerns for FRT are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DLR profiles as a growth stock while FRT is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
DLR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.08 — 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
FRT scores higher overall (65/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 38.6% margins and 10.3% 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 - RETAIL · USA
Federal Realty Investment Trust is a real estate investment trust that invests in shopping centers in the Northeastern United States, the Mid-Atlantic states, California, and South Florida.
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