Digital Realty Trust Inc (DLR)vsKite Realty Group Trust (KRG)
DLR
Digital Realty Trust Inc
$200.94
+3.28%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $71.36B
KRG
Kite Realty Group Trust
$26.16
+0.42%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $5.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Digital Realty Trust Inc generates 648% more annual revenue ($6.31B vs $844.37M). KRG leads profitability with a 35.4% profit margin vs 21.8%. KRG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.14. KRG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
DLR
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
KRG
Buy61
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
+53.9%
Fair Value
$53.50
Current Price
$26.16
$27.34 discount
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
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 747.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.2%
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
Revenue declined 3.8%
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 17.4%. Revenue growth of 16.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : KRG
The strongest argument for KRG centers on Profit Margin, EPS Growth, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.4% and operating margin at 23.2%.
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 : KRG
The primary concerns for KRG are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DLR profiles as a growth stock while KRG is a declining 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.
KRG generates stronger free cash flow (69M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DLR scores higher overall (61/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 21.8% margins and 16.7% revenue growth. KRG offers better value entry with a 53.9% margin of safety. 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 →Kite Realty Group Trust
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Kite Realty Group Trust is a vertically integrated, full-service real estate investment trust (REIT) that provides communities with convenient and beneficial shopping experiences.
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