Deutsche Bank Retains a Buy Rating on International Seaways, Inc. (INSW)

International Seaways, Inc. (NYSE:INSW) is one of the 10 Best Shipping Stocks to Buy According to Analysts.

On March 9, 2026, Deutsche Bank upgraded International Seaways, Inc. (NYSE:INSW) price objective to $80 from $63 while maintaining a Buy rating.

International Seaways, Inc. (NYSE:INSW) reported fourth-quarter net income of $128 million, or $2.56 per share, with adjusted net income of $122 million, or $2.45 per share, and adjusted EBITDA of $175 million. The corporation reported $309 million in full-year net income and $475 million in adjusted EBITDA. The firm maintained $724 million in liquidity, including $167 million in cash. It announced a $2.15 per share dividend payable in March 2026, accounting for 87% of adjusted net income, and reported selling 10 vessels in 2025 for $131 million and seven vessels in 2026 for $216 million.

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International Seaways, Inc. (NYSE:INSW)’s management said that the company had its best quarter since Q1 2024, driven by crude and product tanker divisions and higher VLCC profitability. The company accelerated fleet renewal through vessel sales and acquisitions and decreased net loan-to-value to 13%. It issued $250 million in bonds, serviced higher-cost debt, and returned approximately $150 million to shareholders.

International Seaways, Inc. (NYSE:INSW) transports crude oil and petroleum products. It works in two segments: crude tankers and product carriers.

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