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Digital Realty vs. Equinix: Which AI Data-Center REIT Is the Better Buy?

Digital Realty (DLR) and Equinix (EQIX) are data-center REITs benefiting from AI demand. DLR reported Q2 revenue up 29% to $1.9B, raised 2026 FFO guidance, and faces funding growth challenges. EQIX showed 11% revenue growth, 18% AFFO growth, and carries higher leverage. Both saw increased institutional investment in Q2.

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Published Sep 25, 2026, 5:15 AM UTC

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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$DLRNeutralLow

Why it matters

No new data; serves as a comparative opinion piece.

Market read

Provides investors with a side‑by‑side valuation snapshot but adds no fresh catalyst.

What to watch

Potential impact of future power constraints on development pipelines.

Relevance 4/10Novelty 2/10Timing: none

Background

The article revisits Q2 2026 results for Digital Realty and Equinix, both released in July, and compares their multiples and leasing momentum.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

AI estimates · verify against primary disclosures

$DLRNeutralHigh confidence

Context

Article compares Digital Realty (DLR) and Equinix (EQIX) valuations using Q2 results and guidance.

Expected impact

Limited impact; price may stay range‑bound.

Evidence & confidence

The piece is a recap/comparison of already‑published earnings; no fresh catalyst.

$EQIXNeutralHigh confidence

Context

Article compares Digital Realty (DLR) and Equinix (EQIX) valuations using Q2 results and guidance.

Expected impact

Limited impact; price may stay range‑bound.

Evidence & confidence

The piece is a recap/comparison of already‑published earnings; no fresh catalyst.

Market effects

Sector

Reinforces existing view of data‑center REITs; no sector‑wide shift.

Regional

U.S. REIT market unchanged.

Global

Limited; only relevant to investors tracking AI‑related infrastructure assets.

Counterpoint

What could challenge this read

Despite higher valuation, Equinix may underperform if leverage pressures rise.

Key entities

company
Digital Realty Trust, Inc.
U.S. REIT focused on data‑center properties.
company
Equinix, Inc.
Global data‑center and interconnection services provider.

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