Danaos Corporation Dividend History | Yield & Payout Insights

Dividend history and payout analysis for Danaos Corporation (DAC). Use the fiscal-year summary and the payout history table below to track dividend per share, dividend yield, and payout ratio changes over time, plus the key dates investors watch for dividend investing.

Dividend Performance Chart

Dividend Summary (FY)

7 years
Metric (FY)2025202420232022202120082007
Dividends per share (FY)$3.45$3.25$3.05$3.00$1.50$1.88$1.79
Dividend yield (FY) %N/A4.06%4.12%5.70%2.03%27.51%6.76%
Payout ratio (FY) %N/A12.44%10.53%10.99%2.93%88.06%45.24%

Dividend Payout History

27 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2025-12-11December 02, 252025-12-02$0.90
2025-08-28August 19, 252025-08-19$0.85
2025-06-05May 27, 252025-05-27$0.85
2025-03-05February 24, 252025-02-24$0.85
2024-12-04November 25, 242024-11-25$0.85
2024-08-29August 20, 242024-08-20$0.80
2024-06-20June 11, 242024-06-11$0.80
2024-03-14February 27, 242024-02-28$0.80
2023-12-06November 24, 232023-11-27$0.80
2023-09-01August 22, 232023-08-23$0.75
2023-06-07May 25, 232023-05-26$0.75
2023-03-14February 27, 232023-02-28$0.75
2022-11-30November 17, 222022-11-18$0.75
2022-08-29August 16, 222022-08-17$0.75
2022-06-08May 26, 222022-05-27$0.75
2022-02-28February 16, 222022-02-17$0.75
2021-12-02November 18, 212021-11-19$0.50
2021-08-30August 13, 212021-08-16$0.50
2021-06-09May 26, 212021-05-27$0.50
2008-11-19November 03, 082008-11-05$0.47
2008-08-20August 04, 082008-08-06$0.47
2008-05-14April 28, 082008-04-30$0.47
2008-02-14January 28, 082008-01-30$0.47
2007-11-16October 31, 072007-11-02$0.47
N/AAugust 01, 07N/A$0.44
2007-05-18May 02, 072007-05-04$0.44
2007-02-14January 25, 072007-01-29$0.44

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Danaos Corporation's current dividend yield and payout ratio?

The dividend yield shows how much Danaos Corporation returns to shareholders relative to its stock price, while the payout ratio indicates how much of its earnings are distributed. Monitoring these metrics helps investors evaluate whether the dividend is sustainable and supported by earnings or cash flow.

How has Danaos Corporation's dividend changed over the last 5 years?

By reviewing the historical dividend payouts for Danaos Corporation, investors can identify trends in growth or cuts. Consistent or rising dividends over time often signal financial stability, while decreasing dividends may indicate potential risks or shifts in business strategy. Use the FY summary and payout history tables to track changes across multiple years.

Is Danaos Corporation a high-yield stock compared to its industry peers?

Comparing Danaos Corporation's dividend yield with similar companies in the same sector helps gauge relative attractiveness. A higher yield can be appealing for income-focused investors, but it's important to assess sustainability alongside profitability and balance-sheet strength. Use the related peers section to benchmark dividend yield and payout characteristics.

Can Danaos Corporation maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing Danaos Corporation's liquidity, cash flow, and debt levels provides insight into whether it can sustain dividend payments during economic volatility. Stocks with strong financial health are more likely to maintain consistent dividends even when markets fluctuate. Pair dividend metrics with the FY payout ratio and the multi-year history tables for context.

Should I consider Danaos Corporation dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include Danaos Corporation dividends in a long-term portfolio to generate passive income. Assessing dividend yield, payout ratio, growth history, and financial stability helps determine whether the company fits an income-focused or total-return investment strategy. Review the dividend summary and payout history tables to validate consistency over time.