Danaos Corporation
DACNYSEIndustrialsMarine Shipping
As of Oct 23, 2026 close
- Market cap
- $2.89B
- P/E (TTM)
- 5.35
- Forward P/E
- 4.54
- Dividend yield
- 5.45%
- 52-week range
- $85.31$172.76
- Volume (live)
- -
- Avg. volume (3M)
- 162.36K
Danaos (DAC) Stock Price & Financial Analysis
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Financial Metrics & Key Statistics
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| Day's Range | $157.03 - $160.87 |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $172.76 |
| 52-Week Low | $85.31 |
| Open | $158.61 |
| Volume (last close) | 119.93K |
| Average Volume (3M) | 162.36K |
| Revenue (TTM) | 1.06B |
|---|---|
| Net Income (TTM) | 540.80M |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | 179.76M |
| EPS (TTM) | $29.54 |
| Profit Margin | 51.26% |
| Operating Margin | 48.42% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 13.33% |
| Debt to Equity | 0.30 |
| Annual Dividend | $4.60 |
|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 5.45% |
| Payout Ratio | 29.12% |
| Last Dividend Ex-Date | Oct 13, 2026 |
| Market Cap | 2.89B |
|---|---|
| Shares Outstanding | 18.26M |
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 5.35 |
| Forward P/E | 4.54 |
| Price to Sales (P/S) | 2.74 |
| Price to Book (P/B) | 0.71 |
| EV/EBITDA | 4.13 |
| 50-Day MA | $155.36 |
|---|---|
| 200-Day MA | $128.32 |
| 1-Year Change | +80.85% |
Source: Market prices and company fundamentals. Data as of Oct 23, 2026. Data sources and methodology
Danaos at a Glance
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, Danaos (DAC) has a market capitalization of $2.89B. The stock trades at 5.3× trailing earnings, 4.5× forward earnings and 2.7× sales. Over the trailing twelve months it earned $540.80M on revenue of $1.06B (a 51.3% profit margin) and generated $179.76M of free cash flow. Revenue grew 2.5% year over year.
As of its latest reported balance sheet, it holds $1.01B in cash and securities against $1.21B of debt, a net debt position of $202.45M.
Danaos pays a quarterly dividend totaling $4.60 per share a year, a 5.45% yield at the Oct 23, 2026 close, with a 29% payout ratio and 4 consecutive years of dividend increases.
The share price is up 80.9% over the past year. At $158.34 (the Oct 23, 2026 close) it sits within its 52-week range of $85.31 to $172.76, above its 200-day moving average of $128.32.
Frequently Asked Questions About Danaos
What is the current stock price for DAC?
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, DAC stock trades at $158.34. The 52-week range is $85.31–$172.76, with a day range of $157.03–$160.87.
What is the P/E ratio for DAC?
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, Danaos's trailing twelve-month (TTM) P/E ratio is 5.3, meaning investors pay $5.3 for every $1 of annual earnings. The forward P/E is 4.5, reflecting analyst expectations for future earnings. Danaos operates in the Industrials sector.
Does DAC pay dividends?
Yes, Danaos pays a 5.45% annual dividend yield as of the Oct 23, 2026 close ($4.60 per share a year). The trailing twelve-month payout ratio is 29.1%. The most recent ex-dividend date was October 13, 2026.
What do analysts recommend for DAC?
Analyst ratings and recommendations for DAC are displayed in the Analyst Consensus section, including buy/hold/sell distribution and 12-month price targets.
What is the market cap of DAC?
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, Danaos's market capitalization is $2.89B, classifying it as a mid-cap company. Danaos operates in the Industrials sector within the Marine Shipping industry.