International Seaways Inc (INSW) is a good buy for a beginner investor with a long-term horizon and $50,000-$100,000 available for investment. The stock shows strong financial growth, bullish technical indicators, and positive sentiment from analysts, making it a compelling investment opportunity.
The stock is showing bullish momentum with MACD positively expanding, RSI in a neutral zone at 69.834, and bullish moving averages (SMA_5 > SMA_20 > SMA_200). Key resistance levels are at 74.681 and 76.666, with support at 68.256 and 66.271.

Analysts have consistently raised price targets, with the latest target at $
Hedge funds are significantly increasing their positions, with a 171.56% increase in buying over the last quarter.
Strong financial performance in Q4 2025, with revenue up 37.65% YoY, net income up 255.81% YoY, and EPS up 255.56% YoY.
Bullish technical indicators.
Insiders are selling heavily, with a 2045.47% increase in selling over the last month.
Geopolitical risks in the Strait of Hormuz could impact shipping operations.
In Q4 2025, International Seaways reported a revenue increase of 37.65% YoY to $267.88M, net income growth of 255.81% YoY to $127.44M, and EPS growth of 255.56% YoY to $2.56. Gross margin also improved significantly to 54.27%, up 53.05% YoY.
Analysts are bullish on the stock, with multiple firms raising price targets recently. Deutsche Bank raised the target to $80, B. Riley raised it to $90, and BTIG raised it to $70, all maintaining Buy ratings. Analysts highlight resilient spot rates, declining cash costs, and strong cash flow management as key drivers.