Digital Realty Trust Inc (DLR)vsRithm Capital Corp. (RITM)
DLR
Digital Realty Trust Inc
$186.79
-1.01%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $66.98B
RITM
Rithm Capital Corp.
$9.13
-0.44%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $5.20B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Digital Realty Trust Inc generates 49% more annual revenue ($6.31B vs $4.24B). DLR leads profitability with a 21.8% profit margin vs 17.0%. RITM trades at a lower P/E of 8.5x. RITM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
DLR
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
RITM
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
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
+83.6%
Fair Value
$65.11
Current Price
$9.13
$55.98 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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 64.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 72.2% 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
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
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 : RITM
The strongest argument for RITM centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.0% and operating margin at 13.2%. Revenue growth of 64.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DLR
The primary concerns for DLR are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 49.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : RITM
The primary concerns for RITM are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 4.62 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RITM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
RITM is growing revenue faster at 64.6% — sustainability is the question.
DLR generates stronger free cash flow (532M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
RITM scores higher overall (69/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 17.0% margins and 64.6% 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.
Visit Website →Rithm Capital Corp.
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
Rhythm Capital Corp. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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