Digital Realty Trust, Inc.
S&P 500Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32
Dividend Safety Rating
DLR's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 76.6 debt-to-equity & 17.2% operating margin. Areas of concern: 129.4% earnings payout ratio & 5.7% return on equity. As a REIT, higher payout ratios are normal since they are required to distribute most taxable income.
Based on 15 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Debt-to-Equity: 76.6Conservative debt level relative to equity.
- Gross Margin: 57.3%High gross margin signals strong pricing power.
- Dividend Streak: 11+ yrsLong, uninterrupted dividend track record.
Risks
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 129.4%High earnings payout ratio leaves little safety margin.
- Return on Equity: 5.7%Return on equity is below industry norms.
- Profit Margin Stability: VolatileProfit margins have been volatile.
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SafeAbout Digital Realty Trust, Inc.
Digital Realty Trust is a real estate investment trust that owns, operates, and invests in carrier-neutral data centers across the globe. The company provides colocation, interconnection, and data center services to enterprises, service providers, and technology companies. With a portfolio of more than 300 facilities spanning 30+ countries and 55+ metro areas across six continents, Digital Realty offers flexible infrastructure solutions ranging from single-cabinet rentals to full-building leases for hyperscale operations. The company serves as a critical infrastructure platform where customers can deploy cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and complex digital workflows with high reliability. Digital Realty operates PlatformDIGITAL®, its proprietary platform designed to deliver scalable colocation and secure interconnection services. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, the company has established itself as a leading global data center platform supporting digital transformation and innovation across multiple industries.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
2.50%
Annual Dividend
$4.88
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
129.44%
FCF Payout Ratio
71.66%
Stock Price
$195.31
52-Week Range
$146.23 – $208.14
Dividend History (2016–2025)
DLR annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
DLR earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Last Ex-Dividend Date
March 13, 2026
Last Payment Date
March 31, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
0.00%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
1.73%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
3.68%
3-Year Total Growth
0.00%
5-Year Total Growth
8.93%
10-Year Total Growth
43.53%
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