DAC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
DAC - Danaos Corporation
$122.32
-0.86 (-0.70%)
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5d:
-1.66%
30d:
-5.03%
90d:
+7.16%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 03, 2026
29d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: DAC shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: DAC shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$107.26
Based on -3.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$66.60
Trading above historical range
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 5.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: DAC is currently trading at $122.32, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $124.43 to $129.96. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 5.0) is in line with its historical norms (5.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.8% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 25.6% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, DAC is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $122.57. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: DAC has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $157.00 (+28.4%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, DAC is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $122.57. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: DAC has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $157.00 (+28.4%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$124.43 -
$129.96
Company Quality Score
54/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 28.4% below Wall St target ($157.00)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$124.43 -
$129.96
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$122.57
Resistance Level
$131.18
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
4.99
Wall Street Target
$157.00
(+28.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
0.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
25.6%
Profit Margin
49.9%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
5.0 vs 5.3
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$120.12
(-2%)
2-Year Target
$117.96
(-4%)
3-Year Target
$115.83
(-5%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 5→5)
$122.96
(+1%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: -11.2%)
$389.00
(+218%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 5.0, Growth: -11.2%)
$89.17
(-27%)
Bear:
(PE: 4.2, Growth: -11.2%)
$75.80
(-38%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 4.35 | Current EPS (TTM): $28.33
Bull Case
$117.18
(-4%)
Analyst growth -13.5%, PE expands to 4.8
Base Case
$106.53
(-13%)
Market implied -13.5%, PE stable at 4.4
Bear Case
$83.76
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 3.7
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 5.0 to 5.3
Stabilization Target:
$129.85
(+6.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+6.2%
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