Danaos (DAC) | Dividend History & Payments | 2007 - 2025
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TL;DR: Danaos Dividend Yield, Payout Ratio & Key Metrics
Danaos has paid $2.50 per share over the last 12 months, representing a current dividend yield of 2.85%. The company's 3-year average dividend yield stands at 1.12%. Over the past 3 years, the company has distributed a total of $7.90 per share in dividends.
Last Ex-Dividend Date
Feb 24, 2025
12-Month Dividend
$2.50
12-Month Div. Yield
2.85%
3-Year Total Dividend
$7.90
3-Year Avg Dividend
$2.63
3-Year Avg Yield
1.12%
Last 5Y Dividend
$10.90
All Time Dividend
$61.93
Date Range
Jan 2007 - Feb 2025
Danaos Yearly Dividend History Chart
Danaos Dividend History From 2007 - 2025
Yearly Dividend Summary
| Year | Payments | Total Amount | Avg Amount | Avg Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | $0.85 | $0.85 | 1.08% |
| 2024 | 4 | $3.25 | $0.81 | 4.00% |
| 2023 | 3 | $2.30 | $0.77 | 3.66% |
| 2022 | 4 | $3.00 | $0.75 | 3.93% |
| 2021 | 3 | $1.50 | $0.50 | 2.12% |
| 2008 | 4 | $26.04 | $6.51 | 9.15% |
| 2007 | 4 | $24.99 | $6.25 | 5.66% |
Detailed Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Yield | Stock Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 24, 2025 | $0.85 | 1.08% | $78.62 |
| Nov 25, 2024 | $0.85 | 1.07% | $79.38 |
| Aug 20, 2024 | $0.80 | 0.97% | $82.51 |
| Jun 11, 2024 | $0.80 | 0.89% | $90.26 |
| Feb 27, 2024 | $0.80 | 1.10% | $72.46 |
| Nov 24, 2023 | $0.80 | 1.12% | $71.48 |
| May 25, 2023 | $0.75 | 1.29% | $58.20 |
| Feb 27, 2023 | $0.75 | 1.27% | $58.98 |
| Nov 17, 2022 | $0.75 | 1.35% | $55.54 |
| Aug 16, 2022 | $0.75 | 1.06% | $70.90 |
| May 26, 2022 | $0.75 | 0.90% | $83.64 |
| Feb 16, 2022 | $0.75 | 0.79% | $95.07 |
| Nov 18, 2021 | $0.50 | 0.69% | $72.62 |
| Aug 13, 2021 | $0.50 | 0.65% | $76.41 |
| May 26, 2021 | $0.50 | 0.78% | $63.73 |
| Nov 3, 2008 | $6.51 | 5.83% | $111.72 |
| Aug 4, 2008 | $6.51 | 2.42% | $268.80 |
| Apr 28, 2008 | $6.51 | 1.87% | $348.88 |
| Jan 28, 2008 | $6.51 | 1.59% | $409.36 |
| Oct 31, 2007 | $6.51 | 1.30% | $502.32 |
| Aug 1, 2007 | $6.16 | 1.21% | $510.58 |
| May 2, 2007 | $6.16 | 1.46% | $421.40 |
| Jan 25, 2007 | $6.16 | 1.85% | $333.20 |
Danaos Dividend Comparison With Its Peer Companies
| Company | Annual Amount | Current Yield | 3Y Avg Yield | 3Y Avg Amount | EX DIV. DATE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Costamare
CMRE | $0.36 | 3.75% | 1.07% | $0.44 | Jan 21, 2025 |
Danaos
DAC | $2.50 | 2.85% | 1.12% | $2.63 | Feb 24, 2025 |
Golden Ocean
GOGL | $0.80 | 10.23% | 2.48% | $0.95 | Jun 5, 2025 |
Matson
MATX | $1.02 | 0.92% | 0.33% | $1.18 | Feb 6, 2025 |
Zim Integrated
ZIM | $4.94 | 27.83% | 13.80% | $6.42 | Mar 24, 2025 |
Only companies with available dividend data are shown. Click on peer company names to view their detailed dividend history.
Frequently Asked Questions
- For how long has Danaos been paying dividends and how much has it paid in total?
- Danaos has been paying dividends for 18 years, from 2007 to 2025. Over this period, the company has distributed a total of $61.93 per share in dividends to its shareholders, demonstrating consistent commitment to returning value to investors.
- When was Danaos's last dividend payment and how much was paid per share?
- Danaos's most recent dividend payment was $0.85 per share, with an ex-dividend date of February 24, 2025. Investors who owned the stock before this date were entitled to receive this dividend payment.
- What was Danaos's highest annual dividend payment year and what amount was paid?
- Danaos's highest annual dividend was paid in 2008, when the company distributed $26.04 per share across 4 payments throughout the year. This represented the peak of the company's dividend generosity and reflects strong financial performance during that period.
- How do Danaos's dividend payments in 2023 compare to 2024?
- Comparing Danaos's dividend payments, the company paid $2.30 per share in 2023 versus $3.25 per share in 2024, representing an increase of $0.95. This year-over-year comparison helps investors understand the trajectory of the company's dividend policy.
- How much would a $10,000.00 investment in Danaos have generated in dividends over the past 10 years?
- Over the past 10 years, Danaos has paid a total of $10.90 per share in dividends. Based on current stock price estimates, a $10,000.00 investment would have generated approximately $1,151.85 in dividend income during this period, demonstrating the value of dividend investing for long-term investors.
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