Valuation check: DAC's profit margin is 49.85%, above the Industrials sector average of 9.8%.
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As of the most recent data (March 2026), DAC shows a profit margin of 49.85%. That compares with 46.37% in the prior-year period — up 7.5% year over year. That is above the Industrials sector average of 9.8%. Scroll down for historical charts and peer comparison views.
Compared with the year-ago period, DAC's profit margin is now 49.85% (was 46.37%) — a 7.5% year-over-year increase. Pairing that YoY change with peer averages gives a clearer picture of whether Danaos is outperforming or lagging.
The Industrials sector average profit margin is about 9.8%. Danaos is at 49.85%, which is higher that average. That is roughly 408.6% above the sector mean. Use the comparison chart on this page to see how DAC stacks up against individual peers as well.
That compares with 46.37% in the prior-year period — up 7.5% year over year. Improvement over multiple periods is generally more meaningful than a single strong quarter. Compare Danaos with peers to see if the move is company-specific or sector-wide.
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