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Danaos

(NYSE) DAC

Current Price$126.08
Market Cap$2.29BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (2006)-37%
5 Year+146%
1 Year+44%
1 Month-1%
Danaos last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 125.872026-07-17
Danaos stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-1.96%USD 128.392026-07-10
1 month-0.62%USD 126.662026-06-17
3 month+7.59%USD 116.992026-04-17
Year to date+35.68%USD 92.772025-12-31
1 year+43.69%USD 87.602025-07-17
3 year+110.58%USD 59.772023-07-18
5 year+146.01%USD 51.162021-07-16
Since inception-37.17%USD 200.352006-10-06

Danaos Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$2.29BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

$1.04B

Net Income (TTM)

$519.89M

EPS (TTM)

$28.34

P/E Ratio

4.44

Dividend

$3.55

Beta (Volatility)

0.77 (Low)

Price

$126.08

Volume

5,022

Open

$128.05

Previous Close

$126.08

Daily Range

$124.70 - $128.94

52-Week Range

$83.56 - $135.21

Estimated Earnings Date

Aug 3, 2026

DAC News

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About Danaos

Danaos Corporation specializes in the ownership and management of containerships, providing essential seaborne transportation services globally. With a fleet of 71 vessels, the company operates in key markets including Australia, Asia, Europe, and the United States.

Products and Services
  • Ownership and management of containerships
  • Chartering services to international liner companies
  • Global maritime transportation solutions
Growth Outlook
  • Fleet capacity of 436,589 TEUs supports growth in shipping demand
  • Strong market position in the marine shipping industry enhances competitive advantage
  • Expansion opportunities in emerging markets and trade routes
Financial Highlights
  • Recent quarterly revenue of $253.7 million reflects strong operational performance
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) net income margin of 49.85% indicates robust profitability
  • Current ratio of 8.66 suggests strong liquidity and financial stability
Danaos Corporation has established itself as a significant player in the marine shipping industry, focusing on the ownership and management of containerships. The company’s fleet, which boasts a substantial capacity, positions it well to capitalize on the growing demand for shipping services. The recent financial performance highlights a strong revenue stream and impressive profitability margins, indicating effective management and operational efficiency. With a solid liquidity position, Danaos Corporation is well-equipped to navigate market fluctuations and pursue growth opportunities in both established and emerging markets.
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Industry

Marine

Sector

Industrials

Employees

4,398

CEO

John Coustas, PhD

Website

www.danaos.com

Headquarters

Piraeus, GI 185 45, GR

DAC Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

67.68%

Operating Margin

48.30%

Net Income Margin

49.85%

Return on Equity

13.85%

Return on Capital

10.07%

Return on Assets

10.18%

Earnings Yield

22.52%

Dividend Yield

2.82%

Payout Ratio

12.70%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$2.29BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

18.20M

Volume

5.02K

Avg. Volume

90.24K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

$705.76M

Operating Income

$503.71M

EBITDA

$766.96M

Operating Cash Flow

$670.93M

Capital Expenditure

-$371.93M

Free Cash Flow

$298.99M

Cash & ST Invst.

$876.21M

Total Debt

$1.03B

Danaos Performance Analysis

Danaos annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD 993,344,00044.1%
20232023-12-31USD 952,383,000-4.1%
20242024-12-31USD 1,009,576,0006.0%
20252025-12-31USD 1,042,456,0003.3%
Danaos sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22025-06-303.5%
Q32025-09-30-0.5%
Q42025-12-312.1%
Q12026-03-31-4.7%
Danaos annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD 27.28-46.7%
20232023-12-31USD 28.956.1%
20242024-12-31USD 26.06-10.0%
20252025-12-31USD 26.762.7%
Danaos sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22025-06-3016.2%
Q32025-09-30-0.1%
Q42025-12-31-9.7%
Q12026-03-3119.9%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q1 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

$253.70M

+0.2%

Gross Profit

$150.55M

+5.0%

Gross Margin

59.34%

N/A

Market Cap

$2.29BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

$572.82M

N/A

Employees

4

N/A

Net Income

$140.42M

+21.9%

EBITDA

$206.31M

+24.9%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q1 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

$876.21M

+61.1%

Total Debt

$1.03B

+33.2%

Accounts Receivable

$34.10M

-64.2%

Inventory

$0.00

-100.0%

Long Term Debt

$1.00B

+37.1%

Short Term Debt

$21.81M

-42.1%

Return on Assets

10.18%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

10.13%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

$6.55M

-86.4%

Operating Cash Flow

$158.19M

+18.2%

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Questions About DAC

What is the current price of Danaos?

Danaos is trading at $126.08 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Danaos?

Over the past 52 weeks, Danaos has traded between $83.56 and $135.21.

How much debt does Danaos have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Danaos reported total debt of $1.03B.

How much cash does Danaos have on hand?

Danaos reported $876.21M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Danaos’s dividend yield?

Danaos currently has a dividend yield of 2.82%.

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