DHT Holdings, Inc. (DHT) Covered Calls
DHT Holdings, Inc. is an independent crude oil tanker company that operates a fleet of Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs). The company generates revenue through a combination of time charters and spot market voyages. As of 2026, DHT is executing a significant fleet modernization program, integrating high-efficiency "Antelope-class" newbuilds to capitalize on a tightening global VLCC market.
You can sell covered calls on DHT Holdings, Inc. to lower risk and earn monthly income. Born To Sell's covered call screener gives you customized search capabilities across all possible covered calls but here are a couple of examples for DHT (prices last updated Fri 11:55 AM ET):
| DHT Holdings, Inc. (DHT) Stock Quote | ||||||
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| Last | Change | Bid | Ask | Volume | P/E | Market Cap |
| 17.93 | +0.14 | 17.90 | 17.93 | 426K | 14 | 3.0 |
| Covered Calls For DHT Holdings, Inc. (DHT) | ||||||
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| Expiration | Strike | Call Bid | Net Debit | Return If Flat |
Annualized Return If Flat |
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| May 15 | 18 | 0.80 | 17.13 | 4.7% | 78.0% | |
| Jun 18 | 18 | 1.00 | 16.93 | 5.9% | 38.5% | |
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Core Business and Products
DHT Holdings (DHT) is a pure-play crude oil shipping company. The fleet exclusively consists of Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs), each capable of carrying approximately 2 million barrels of oil. DHT employs a balanced commercial strategy, splitting its fleet between long-term time charters for stable cash flow and spot market exposure to capture high-rate spikes. In early 2026, the company successfully took delivery of its "Antelope-class" newbuilds, which feature advanced fuel-saving technologies and scrubbers to lower operational break-even costs.
Competitive Landscape
The crude tanker industry is highly cyclical and driven by global oil demand and geopolitical shifts. DHT differentiates itself through a prudent capital structure and one of the youngest VLCC fleets in the peer group. It focuses on maintaining a "cash break-even" rate significantly below current market spot rates to maximize dividend distributions.
- Frontline plc: A major global competitor with a diversified fleet of VLCCs and Suezmax vessels; the primary industry benchmark.
- Scorpio Tankers Inc.: A leading provider of marine transportation of petroleum products with a highly liquid and active options chain.
- International Seaways, Inc.: A leading diversified tanker company with significant presence in the VLCC and product tanker markets.
- Torm plc: A primary peer in the tanker space known for operational efficiency and a strong dividend policy.
- Teekay Tankers Ltd.: A competitor focused on the mid-sized tanker segment that provides alternative exposure to crude shipping.
Strategic Outlook and Innovation
The strategic outlook for DHT in 2026 is bolstered by a structural shortage of VLCCs and increasing tonne-mile demand. The company's strategy involves aggressive deleveraging and returning approximately 100% of net income to shareholders via quarterly dividends. Innovation focuses on the "Green Tanker" initiative, utilizing air lubrication systems and digital voyage optimization software to minimize carbon intensity and fuel consumption.
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