Summary
Digital Realty Trust, Inc. (DLR) reported its first quarter 2013 results, demonstrating continued growth in its global data center portfolio. The company's total operating revenues increased by 26.6% year-over-year to $358.4 million, driven by a significant expansion in its property portfolio and new leasing activity. Net income also saw a modest increase to $51.7 million. DLR continues to invest heavily in development, with $749.6 million in construction work in progress as of March 31, 2013, signaling a commitment to future growth. Financially, DLR maintains a solid balance sheet with a debt-to-enterprise value ratio of approximately 34%, indicating prudent leverage. The company also successfully raised significant capital through the issuance of new notes and preferred stock, bolstering its liquidity. Despite potential economic headwinds and the capital-intensive nature of its business, DLR's strategic focus on technology-related real estate and its robust leasing pipeline position it for continued operational performance.
Financial Highlights
30 data points| Revenue | $358.37M |
| Operating Expenses | $259.78M |
| Operating Income | $98.59M |
| Interest Expense | $48.08M |
| Net Income | $50.71M |
| EPS (Basic) | $0.34 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $0.34 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 126.45M |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 126.74M |
Key Highlights
- 1Total operating revenues grew to $358.4 million for the first three months of 2013, a 26.6% increase from $283.1 million in the same period of 2012.
- 2Net income for the quarter was $51.7 million, up from $49.3 million in the prior year's first quarter.
- 3The company's portfolio expanded to 122 properties totaling 22.7 million rentable square feet, including 2.6 million square feet held for development.
- 4DLR acquired 16 properties and developed four properties in the twelve months preceding March 31, 2013, contributing to revenue growth.
- 5The debt-to-total enterprise value ratio stood at approximately 34% as of March 31, 2013, indicating controlled leverage.
- 6Significant capital was raised through the issuance of £400 million in 4.250% Guaranteed Notes due 2025 and $241.5 million in Series G Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock.
- 7Construction work in progress totaled $749.6 million, reflecting substantial ongoing development projects.