Digital Realty Trust Inc (DLR)vsEli Lilly and Company (LLY)
DLR
Digital Realty Trust Inc
$194.56
-0.01%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $71.36B
LLY
Eli Lilly and Company
$851.21
+9.80%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $760.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eli Lilly and Company generates 932% more annual revenue ($65.18B vs $6.31B). LLY leads profitability with a 31.7% profit margin vs 21.8%. LLY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.29. LLY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
DLR
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
LLY
Strong Buy78
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
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LLY.
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 101 in profit
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 44.9%
Revenue surging 42.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 51.4% 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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Trading at 28.7x book value
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 : LLY
The strongest argument for LLY centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.7% and operating margin at 44.9%. Revenue growth of 42.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : LLY
The primary concerns for LLY are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 1.60 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DLR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
LLY is growing revenue faster at 42.6% — sustainability is the question.
LLY generates stronger free cash flow (678M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
LLY scores higher overall (78/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 31.7% margins and 42.6% 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.
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HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Eli Lilly and Company is an American pharmaceutical company headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, with offices in 18 countries. Its products are sold in approximately 125 countries.
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