Digital Realty Trust Inc (DLR)vsVornado Realty Trust (VNO)
DLR
Digital Realty Trust Inc
$186.79
-1.01%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $66.98B
VNO
Vornado Realty Trust
$35.21
+0.83%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $7.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Digital Realty Trust Inc generates 241% more annual revenue ($6.31B vs $1.85B). VNO leads profitability with a 42.9% profit margin vs 21.8%. VNO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 7.37. DLR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
DLR
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
VNO
Buy59
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
+33.5%
Fair Value
$45.49
Current Price
$35.21
$10.28 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
Keeps 43 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 1263.0% 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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 2.2%
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 : VNO
The strongest argument for VNO centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 42.9% and operating margin at 13.7%.
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 : VNO
The primary concerns for VNO are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DLR profiles as a growth stock while VNO is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
VNO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.56 — 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
DLR scores higher overall (61/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 21.8% margins and 16.7% revenue growth. VNO offers better value entry with a 33.5% 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 →Vornado Realty Trust
REAL ESTATE · REIT - OFFICE · USA
Vornado Realty Trust is a real estate investment trust formed in Maryland, with its primary office in New York City. The company invests in office buildings and street retail in Manhattan.
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