Digital Realty Trust Inc (DLR)vsThe Coca-Cola Company (KO)
DLR
Digital Realty Trust Inc
$194.56
-0.01%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $69.78B
KO
The Coca-Cola Company
$78.87
+0.66%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $339.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Coca-Cola Company generates 681% more annual revenue ($49.28B vs $6.31B). KO leads profitability with a 27.8% profit margin vs 21.8%. KO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.04. KO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
DLR
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
KO
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-31.8%
Fair Value
$132.50
Current Price
$194.56
$62.06 premium
Margin of Safety
-22.8%
Fair Value
$64.14
Current Price
$78.87
$14.73 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
16.7% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.9%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 2.9B in free cash flow
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
Trading at 10.1x book value
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : KO
The strongest argument for KO centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.8% and operating margin at 34.9%. Revenue growth of 12.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DLR
The primary concerns for DLR are Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 52.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : KO
The primary concerns for KO are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DLR profiles as a growth stock while KO is a mature 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.
KO generates stronger free cash flow (2.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KO scores higher overall (65/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 27.8% margins and 12.1% 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 →The Coca-Cola Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC · USA
The Coca-Cola Company is an American multinational beverage corporation incorporated under Delaware's General Corporation Law and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The Coca-Cola Company has interests in the manufacturing, retailing, and marketing of nonalcoholic beverage concentrates and syrups.
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