Danaos Corporation (DAC) Earnings History
Elite Compounder23 years of earnings data (2003–2025) · 5-year EPS CAGR exceeds 18% — top-tier earnings quality
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Danaos Corporation (DAC) Earnings Overview
As of June 22, 2026, Danaos Corporation (DAC) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $520M, reflecting +2.7% year-over-year growth. The company earned $28.51 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 47.4%.
Looking at the long-term picture, DAC's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +46.9%, indicating exceptional earnings growth. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $1.05B in fiscal 2021.
Danaos Corporation maintains industry-leading profitability with a gross margin of 80.0%, operating margin of 47.8%, and net margin of 47.4%. This margin structure demonstrates strong pricing power and operational efficiency. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including ZIM ($98M net income, 6.9% margin), GSL ($387M net income, 54.3% margin), MATX ($429M net income, 13.3% margin), DAC has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare DAC vs ZIM →
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DAC Historical Earnings Data (2003–2025)
23 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $495M | -2.1% | $499M | $26.76 | 47.4% | 47.8% |
| 2024 | $505M | -12.4% | $541M | $26.05 | 49.8% | 53.3% |
| 2023 | $576M | +3.1% | $581M | $28.95 | 59.2% | 59.6% |
| 2022 | $559M | -46.9% | $653M | $27.28 | 56.3% | 65.8% |
| 2021 | $1.05B | +585.7% | $358M | $51.15 | 152.7% | 52.0% |
| 2020 | $154M | +169.3% | $199M | $3.91 | 33.3% | 43.2% |
| 2019 | $57M | +273.1% | $201M | $3.52 | 12.8% | 45.0% |
| 2018 | -$33M | -139.3% | -$12M | $-3.10 | -7.2% | -2.6% |
| 2017 | $84M | +122.9% | $187M | $10.70 | 18.6% | 41.5% |
| 2016 | -$366M | -412.9% | -$213M | $-46.69 | -73.5% | -42.7% |
| 2015 | $117M | +3085.1% | $244M | $14.98 | 20.6% | 43.0% |
| 2014 | -$4M | -110.4% | $192M | $-0.50 | -0.7% | 34.9% |
| 2013 | $38M | +135.7% | $272M | $4.76 | 6.4% | 46.3% |
| 2012 | -$105M | -882.9% | $153M | $-13.44 | -17.9% | 26.0% |
| 2011 | $13M | +113.1% | $205M | $1.68 | 2.9% | 43.8% |
| 2010 | -$102M | -383.6% | $86M | $-18.99 | -28.5% | 24.0% |
| 2009 | $36M | -68.7% | $136M | $9.24 | 11.3% | 42.6% |
| 2008 | $115M | -46.5% | $149M | $29.54 | 38.6% | 49.8% |
| 2007 | $215M | +113.0% | $129M | $55.30 | 83.2% | 49.7% |
| 2006 | $101M | -17.7% | $148M | $30.24 | 41.2% | 60.3% |
| 2005 | $123M | +5.5% | $144M | $38.78 | 50.9% | 59.5% |
| 2004 | $116M | +94.6% | $125M | $36.82 | 55.9% | 60.1% |
| 2003 | $60M | - | $146M | $18.90 | 41.0% | 100.0% |
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DAC — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying DAC stock.
What is DAC earnings per share (EPS)?
DAC trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $28.51, reflecting +2.7% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +46.9%. Complete EPS history from 2003 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Danaos Corporation's net income?
Danaos Corporation (DAC) trailing twelve-month net income is $520M as of 2025. Earnings grew +2.7% year-over-year. Danaos Corporation has been profitable for 7 consecutive years.
Is DAC profitable?
Yes, DAC is profitable with a TTM net income of $520M and a net profit margin of +47.4%. Danaos Corporation has generated profits for 7 consecutive years.
What is DAC's earnings growth rate?
DAC compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: +2.7%, 3-Year: -0.6%, 5-Year: +46.9%, 10-Year: +6.0%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 2003 to 2025.
What are DAC's profit margins?
Danaos Corporation net profit margin is +47.4%, operating margin is +47.8%, and gross margin is +80.0%. Above-average net margins reflect strong pricing power and competitive moat. Return on Equity is +13.7%.
Is DAC growing earnings?
DAC earnings growth is slowing. Current YoY EPS growth of +2.7% trails the 5-year CAGR of +46.9%. TTM net income is $520M.
What was DAC's best earnings year?
Danaos Corporation's highest annual net income on record is $1.1B, achieved in fiscal year 2021. Earnings history on this page spans 2003 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were DAC's earnings last quarter?
DAC's most recent reported quarter was Q1 2026. Net income was $140M with diluted EPS of $7.70. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.