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Average Age of Fleet in Years indicates the average age of fleet of this coompany. Companies with a higher average age of fleet may need to spend more on buying new ships, which reduces cash position in the future. Usually it reflects that the company has financial problems and failed to buy new fleets. Under rare situations it reflects good maintenance for existing fleets and extending their life.
The historical rank and industry rank for International Seaways's Average Age of Fleet in Years or its related term are showing as below:
INSW's Average Age of Fleet in Years is not ranked *
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International Seaways (NYSE:INSW) Average Age of Fleet in Years Explanation
Companies with a higher average age of fleet may need to spend more on buying new ships, which reduces cash position in the future. Usually it reflects that the company has financial problems and failed to buy new fleets. Under rare situations it reflects good maintenance for existing fleets and extending their life. Companies with a lower average age of fleet may also have a higher depreciation.
According to the data from statista.com, as of 2020, the average age of all ships in the world merchant fleet was just over 20 years. General cargo ships were the oldest type of vessels with an average age of around 26 years; likewise, over 65 percent of the world's cargo ships were older than 14 years, in contrast with over 18 percent of bulk carriers.
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International Seaways Average Age of Fleet in Years Historical Data
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International Seaways Average Age of Fleet in Years Chart
INSW vs GLNG, STNG, SUNC: Average Age of Fleet in Years Comparison
For the Oil & Gas Midstream subindustry, International Seaways's Average Age of Fleet in Years, along with its competitors' market caps and Average Age of Fleet in Years data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
What does a Average Age of Fleet in Years of 0.00 mean?
International Seaways (INSW) has a Average Age of Fleet in Years of 0.00 as of Mar. 2026.
Is International Seaways' Average Age of Fleet in Years too high?
International Seaways' current Average Age of Fleet in Years is 0.00. Overall, International Seaways has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does International Seaways' Average Age of Fleet in Years compare to GLNG and STNG?
International Seaways' Average Age of Fleet in Years of 0.00 can be compared against companies in the Oil & Gas industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Average Age of Fleet in Years for an Oil & Gas company?
A good Average Age of Fleet in Years depends on the Oil & Gas industry context. However, Average Age of Fleet in Years should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Average Age of Fleet in Years mean?
A high Average Age of Fleet in Years can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. International Seaways's current Average Age of Fleet in Years is 0.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is International Seaways stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, International Seaways (INSW) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $50.64, compared to a current price of $92.41 — trading 82.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Average Age of Fleet in Years is 0.00. International Seaways' overall GF Score™ is 58/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Average Age of Fleet in Years calculated?
Average Age of Fleet in Years is calculated from a company's financial statements. For International Seaways (INSW), the current Average Age of Fleet in Years is 0.00 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is International Seaways (INSW) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, International Seaways stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $92.41 is trading 82.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $50.64.
GuruFocus considers International Seaways to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for INSW:
Average Age of Fleet in Years: 0.00
GF Value™: $50.64 vs. price of $92.41 (82.5% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the INSW stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
International Seaways Inc owns and operates a fleet of oceangoing vessels engaged in the transportation of crude oil and petroleum products. The company's vessel operations are organized into two segments: Crude Tankers and Product Carriers. Its fleet consists of ULCC, VLCC, Suezmax, Aframax, and Panamax crude tankers, as well as LR1, LR2, and MR product carriers.
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