Digital Realty Trust Inc (DLR)vsW P Carey Inc (WPC)
DLR
Digital Realty Trust Inc
$200.94
+3.28%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $71.36B
WPC
W P Carey Inc
$72.93
+1.21%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $16.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Digital Realty Trust Inc generates 270% more annual revenue ($6.31B vs $1.71B). WPC leads profitability with a 27.3% profit margin vs 21.8%. WPC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. WPC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
DLR
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
WPC
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
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
+54.1%
Fair Value
$157.51
Current Price
$72.93
$84.58 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
Strong operational efficiency at 50.9%
Earnings expanding 218.1% YoY
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
ROE of 5.7% — below average capital efficiency
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 : WPC
The strongest argument for WPC centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.3% and operating margin at 50.9%. PEG of 1.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : WPC
The primary concerns for WPC are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DLR profiles as a growth stock while WPC 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.
WPC generates stronger free cash flow (221M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WPC scores higher overall (72/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 27.3% margins. 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 →W P Carey Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - DIVERSIFIED · USA
WP Carey is among the largest net-lease REITs with an enterprise value of approximately $ 18 billion and a diversified portfolio of operationally critical commercial real estate that includes 1,215 net-lease properties covering approximately 142 million square feet as of March 30. September 2020.
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