Danaos Corporation (DAC)vsGenco Shipping & Trading Ltd (GNK)
DAC
Danaos Corporation
$129.17
-0.60%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.39B
GNK
Genco Shipping & Trading Ltd
$23.99
-0.70%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Danaos Corporation generates 171% more annual revenue ($1.04B vs $385.21M). DAC leads profitability with a 49.8% profit margin vs 4.4%. DAC trades at a lower P/E of 4.6x. DAC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
DAC
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
GNK
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DAC.
Margin of Safety
-87.7%
Fair Value
$11.80
Current Price
$23.99
$12.19 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 50 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 49.3%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 60.6% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 21.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
0.2% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Grey zone — moderate risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
4.4% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DAC
The strongest argument for DAC centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 49.8% and operating margin at 49.3%. PEG of 0.12 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : GNK
The strongest argument for GNK centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 60.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DAC
The primary concerns for DAC are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : GNK
The primary concerns for GNK are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 63.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DAC profiles as a value stock while GNK is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GNK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
GNK is growing revenue faster at 60.6% — sustainability is the question.
DAC generates stronger free cash flow (7M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DAC scores higher overall (73/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 49.8% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Danaos Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · MARINE SHIPPING · USA
Danaos Corporation owns and operates container ships in Australia, Asia, Europe and the United States. The company is headquartered in Piraeus, Greece.
Genco Shipping & Trading Ltd
INDUSTRIALS · MARINE SHIPPING · USA
Genco Shipping & Trading Limited, is dedicated to the shipping of dry bulk cargo worldwide. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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