Digital Realty Trust Inc (DLR)vsYum! Brands Inc (YUM)
DLR
Digital Realty Trust Inc
$200.94
+3.28%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $71.36B
YUM
Yum! Brands Inc
$159.65
-0.12%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $44.18B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Yum! Brands Inc generates 30% more annual revenue ($8.21B vs $6.31B). DLR leads profitability with a 21.8% profit margin vs 19.0%. YUM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.93. DLR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
DLR
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
YUM
Buy59
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
-84.3%
Fair Value
$86.31
Current Price
$159.65
$73.34 premium
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 31.9%
Earnings expanding 27.7% 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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
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 : YUM
The strongest argument for YUM centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.0% and operating margin at 31.9%.
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 : YUM
The primary concerns for YUM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DLR profiles as a growth stock while YUM 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.
YUM generates stronger free cash flow (482M), 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. 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 →Yum! Brands Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Yum! Brands, Inc. is an American fast food corporation listed on the Fortune 1000. Yum! operates the brands KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, The Habit Burger Grill, and WingStreet worldwide, except in China, where the brands are operated by a separate company, Yum China.
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