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Digital Realty Stock Jumps on Strong Q2 Earnings, Raised Outlook
Shares of Digital Realty Trust (NYSE: DLR) surged more than 12% in morning trading after the data center operator reported second-quarter financial results that significantly surpassed analyst estimates and raised its full-year guidance.
Strong Q2 Performance
The company announced its second-quarter 2026 results on the evening of July 23, revealing robust growth driven by sustained demand. The report highlighted several key figures that exceeded Wall Street's consensus expectations:
- Core Funds From Operations (FFO): $2.13 per share.
- Revenue: $1.92 billion, well ahead of the estimated $1.66 billion.
These results were supported by record operational metrics, including $307 million in total bookings and a record backlog of $1.9 billion in annualized base rent. The company also reported strong pricing power, with cash renewal rate increases of 25.4%.
Upgraded Outlook and Analyst Endorsements
AdBuoyed by the strong quarter, Digital Realty's management raised its full-year 2026 guidance for core FFO to a range of $8.15 to $8.20 per share. The new midpoint of this forecast now sits above the prior analyst consensus, signaling confidence in continued momentum.
The positive report prompted a series of favorable actions from Wall Street analysts. TD Cowen upgraded the stock to Buy from Hold with a $222 price target, while JPMorgan maintained its Overweight rating and increased its price target to $235. Other firms, including Oppenheimer and Wells Fargo, also reaffirmed their positive ratings.
Market Context
Digital Realty's significant stock price increase occurred in a relatively flat broader market, underscoring that the move was driven by company-specific catalysts rather than a wider market trend. The S&P 500 was little changed in morning trading.
The combination of a decisive earnings beat, an optimistic outlook, and a chorus of analyst upgrades propelled the stock to trade at $201.26, approaching its 52-week high, according to Investing.com.
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