Danaos Corporation (DAC)vsGolden Ocean Group Ltd (GOGL)
DAC
Danaos Corporation
$129.17
-0.60%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.28B
GOGL
Golden Ocean Group Ltd
$7.98
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Danaos Corporation generates 21% more annual revenue ($1.04B vs $863.61M). DAC leads profitability with a 49.8% profit margin vs 13.2%. DAC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.12. DAC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
DAC
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
GOGL
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
0.2% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 42.5%
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 : GOGL
The strongest argument for GOGL centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : DAC
The primary concerns for DAC are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : GOGL
The primary concerns for GOGL are Market Cap, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DAC profiles as a value stock while GOGL is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOGL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
DAC is growing revenue faster at 0.2% — sustainability is the question.
DAC generates stronger free cash flow (7M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DAC scores higher overall (73/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 49.8% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Golden Ocean Group Ltd
INDUSTRIALS · MARINE SHIPPING · USA
Golden Ocean Group Limited, a shipping company, owns and operates a fleet of dry bulk vessels comprising Newcastlemax, Capesize, Panamax and Ultramax vessels globally. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
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