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Danaos(NYSE) DAC

Market Cap$2.69BMarket 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)-26%
5 Year+135%
1 Year+66%
1 Month+16%
$148.50
+0.61%
+0.90Today
Danaos last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 147.602026-08-19
Danaos stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+5.57%USD 139.812026-08-12
1 month+16.34%USD 126.872026-07-20
3 month+12.81%USD 130.842026-05-21
Year to date+60.24%USD 92.112025-12-31
1 year+65.51%USD 89.182025-08-19
3 year+140.19%USD 61.452023-08-18
5 year+134.64%USD 62.902021-08-20
Since inception-25.81%USD 198.942006-10-06

Danaos Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$2.69BMarket 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)

$1.06B

Net Income (TTM)

$540.80M

EPS (TTM)

$29.54

P/E Ratio

5.00

Dividend

$4.45

Beta (Volatility)

0.76 (Low)

Price

$148.50

Volume

44,911.267

Open

$147.50

Previous Close

$147.60

Daily Range

$147.18 - $149.81

52-Week Range

$83.56 - $149.81

Estimated Earnings Date

Nov 9, 2026

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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 operational scalability
  • Strong demand for shipping services amid global trade recovery
  • Strategic positioning in key markets enhances competitive advantage
Financial Highlights
  • Q2 2026 revenue of $274.37 million, up from $253.70 million in Q1 2026
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) net profit margin of 51.26%
  • Dividend yield of 2.48% reflects commitment to shareholder returns
Danaos Corporation has established itself as a significant player in the marine shipping industry, leveraging its extensive fleet to meet the growing demand for container shipping. The company's recent financial performance indicates a robust revenue trajectory, with a notable increase in Q2 2026 compared to the previous quarter. The strong net profit margin underscores operational efficiency and effective cost management. Furthermore, the commitment to returning value to shareholders through dividends enhances the company's attractiveness to potential investors. With a strategic focus on key global markets and a solid operational foundation, Danaos Corporation is well-positioned for continued growth in the evolving maritime landscape.
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Industry

Marine

Sector

Industrials

Employees

4,398

CEO

John Coustas, PhD

Website

www.danaos.com

Headquarters

Piraeus, GI 18545, GR

DAC Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

68.02%

Operating Margin

48.42%

Net Income Margin

51.26%

Return on Equity

13.97%

Return on Capital

10.07%

Return on Assets

9.93%

Earnings Yield

20.00%

Dividend Yield

3.01%

Payout Ratio

12.12%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$2.69BMarket 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

44.91K

Avg. Volume

102.36K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

$717.62M

Operating Income

$510.90M

EBITDA

$758.15M

Operating Cash Flow

$700.19M

Capital Expenditure

-$523.04M

Free Cash Flow

$177.14M

Cash & ST Invst.

$1.23B

Total Debt

$1.21B

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
Q32025-09-30-0.5%
Q42025-12-312.1%
Q12026-03-31-4.7%
Q22026-06-308.1%
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
Q32025-09-30-0.1%
Q42025-12-31-9.7%
Q12026-03-3119.9%
Q22026-06-308.1%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

$274.37M

+4.7%

Gross Profit

$165.42M

+7.7%

Gross Margin

60.29%

N/A

Market Cap

$2.69BMarket 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

$671.71M

N/A

Employees

4

N/A

Net Income

$151.82M

+16.0%

EBITDA

$184.99M

-4.5%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

$1.23B

+88.3%

Total Debt

$1.21B

+59.1%

Accounts Receivable

$100.40M

+9.7%

Inventory

$22.57M

+4.4%

Long Term Debt

$1.18B

+63.7%

Short Term Debt

$26.63M

-29.3%

Return on Assets

9.93%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

9.64%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

$20.46M

-86.1%

Operating Cash Flow

$197.03M

+14.1%

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Questions About DAC

What is the current price of Danaos?

Danaos is trading at $149.03 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Danaos?

Over the past 52 weeks, Danaos has traded between $83.56 and $149.81.

How much debt does Danaos have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Danaos reported total debt of $1.21B.

How much cash does Danaos have on hand?

Danaos reported $1.01B in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Danaos’s dividend yield?

Danaos currently has a dividend yield of 3.01%.

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