DAC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
DAC - Danaos Corporation
$109.79
-0.95 (-0.86%)
▼
5d:
-3.77%
30d:
-6.92%
90d:
+15.92%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Mar 30, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 12, 2026
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: DAC shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 9.4% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: DAC shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 9.4% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$39.12
Based on -13.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$24.29
Trading above fair value
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 4.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: DAC is currently trading at $109.79, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $109.55 to $115.20. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 6.3) compared to its historical average (4.8). At these levels, the market is pricing in 9.4% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, DAC is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $110.00. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, DAC is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $110.00. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Fair Price Range
$109.55 -
$115.20
Company Quality Score
51/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
50th percentile
(NORMAL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
73.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Options fairly priced (IV 50th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($109.00)
- NEUTRAL: Trading at premium valuation - market expects 9.4% growth which is achievable
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$109.55 -
$115.20
Current vs Fair Value
SLIGHTLY LOW
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$3.72
(3.4%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$110.00
Resistance Level
$116.90
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Mar 30, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
6.33
Wall Street Target
$109.00
(-1.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
3.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
36.5%
Profit Margin
47.4%
Valuation Premium vs History
+9.4% premium
PE vs Historical
6.3 vs 4.8
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+9.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$121.15
(+9%)
2-Year Target
$132.54
(+20%)
3-Year Target
$145.00
(+31%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 6→5)
PE COMPRESSION
$109.98
(-1%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.4, Growth: -30.6%)
$285.77
(+158%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 6.3, Growth: -30.6%)
$80.73
(-27%)
Bear:
(PE: 4.8, Growth: -30.6%)
$61.24
(-45%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 4.17 | Current EPS (TTM): $26.76
Bull Case
$80.35
(-30%)
Analyst growth -34.6%, PE expands to 4.6
Base Case
$73.05
(-36%)
Market implied -34.6%, PE stable at 4.2
Bear Case
$75.96
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 3.6
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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