Digital Realty Trust, Inc.

DLR|Real Estate|REIT - Specialty|$174.71|P/E 51.0|MCap 63.4B|NYSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About 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

2.69%

Annual Dividend

$4.88

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

136.31%

FCF Payout Ratio

71.66%

Stock Price

$174.71

52-Week Range

$129.95 – $184.79

Dividend Health Score

Caution

Dividend Health Assessment

DLR's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 81.7 debt-to-equity & 54.1% gross margin. Areas of concern: 136.3% earnings payout ratio & 5.5% 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

Payout & Coverage

Caution

Earnings Payout Ratio

136.3%Danger

FCF Payout Ratio

71.7%Caution

CFO Payout Ratio

54.4%Caution

Interest Coverage

4.1xCaution

Balance Sheet

Safe

Net Debt / Total Assets

32.8%Caution

Current Ratio

1.3xCaution

Debt-to-Equity

81.7Very Safe

Profitability

Caution

Return on Equity

5.5%Warning

Operating Margin

14.1%Caution

Gross Margin

54.1%Very Safe

Profit Margin Stability

VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Safe

11+ yrsVery Safe

NoneVery Safe

1.7%Warning

GrowingVery Safe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

DLR annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

DLR earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

March 13, 2026

Next 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%

Income Calculator

DLR Dividend Calculator

Number of Shares

Total Investment

$17,471.00

Annual Income

$488.00

Quarterly Income

$122.00

Monthly Income

$40.67

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is DLR's current dividend yield?

Digital Realty Trust, Inc. (DLR) currently has a dividend yield of 2.69%, based on a stock price of $174.71 and an annual dividend of $4.88.

When is DLR's next dividend payment date?

DLR's next ex-dividend date is 2026-03-13 and the next payment date is 2026-03-31. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.

How much does DLR pay in dividends per year?

Digital Realty Trust, Inc. paid $4.88 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.

Has DLR been increasing its dividend?

Digital Realty Trust, Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 1.73% and a 10-year CAGR of 3.68%.

Is DLR's dividend safe?

Digital Realty Trust, Inc. has a payout ratio of 136.31%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 71.66%. The payout ratio is above 100%, which may indicate the company is paying more in dividends than it earns. This could be unsustainable long-term.

How is DLR's Dividend Health Score calculated?

The Dividend Health Score evaluates Digital Realty Trust, Inc.'s dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (40%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (20%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for real estate companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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