INSW (International Seaways) Moat Score: 3/10 (As of Jun. 24, 2026)


INSW International Seaways Inc INSW
58 GF Score
Price $87.72
GF Value $49.58
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is International Seaways Moat Score?

International Seaways INSW -2.51% 58 Moat Score is 3 as of Jun. 24, 2026. GuruFocus rates INSW with a GF Score™ of 58/100 and a GF Value™ of $49.58 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,040 Oil & Gas companies, International Seaways ranks better than 76.44% on this metric.

International Seaways has the Moat Score of 3, which implies that the company might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

International Seaways has No Moat: International Seaways Inc operates in a commoditized shipping industry with minimal differentiation. It lacks significant cost advantages, brand strength, or regulatory barriers to establish a sustainable competitive edge.

Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more.

The company's Moat Score is based on these criteria:

1. Market leadership and sustainable market share
2. Network effects and significant customer switching costs
3. Valuable intellectual property and patents
4. Strong brand strength and deep customer loyalty
5. Durable cost advantages (e.g., economies of scale, proprietary technology)
6. Significant regulatory barriers and exclusive licenses
7. Superior distribution network
8. Strong and sustainable pricing power
9. Consistent and impactful innovation and R&D capabilities

Based on the research, GuruFocus believes International Seaways might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

International Seaways  (NYSE:INSW) Moat Score Explanation

The Moat Score ranges from 0 to 10, with 10 as the highest. GuruFocus divided Moat Score into following 8 categories:

Moat Score Moat Level
10Wide Moat - Exceptionally dominant and durable wide moat
8 - 9Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat
7Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages
6Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide
5Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat
4Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat
1 - 3No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages
0No Moat - No discernible moat

International Seaways Moat Score Related Terms

INSW vs STNG, KNTK, SUNC: Moat Score Comparison

For the Oil & Gas Midstream subindustry, International Seaways's Moat Score, along with its competitors' market caps and Moat Score 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.

International Seaways Moat Score vs Oil & Gas Industry

For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, International Seaways's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where International Seaways's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 3 mean?
International Seaways (INSW) has a Moat Score of 3 as of Jun. 24, 2026. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. According to the industry distribution chart, International Seaways ranks #245 out of 1040 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 23.6%.
Is International Seaways' Moat Score too high?
International Seaways' current Moat Score is 3. The Oil & Gas industry median Moat Score is 1.00. International Seaways' value of 3 is 200% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, International Seaways ranks #245 out of 1040 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. 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' Moat Score compare to STNG and KNTK?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, International Seaways ranks #245 out of 1040 companies for Moat Score. This places International Seaways in the top 24% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Moat Score is 1.00. International Seaways' value of 3 is 200% above this benchmark. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Moat Score for an Oil & Gas company?
The median Moat Score among Oil & Gas companies is 1.00, based on 1,040 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Moat Score significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Moat Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. International Seaways's current Moat Score of 3 is 200% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Moat Score mean?
A high Moat Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. For the Oil & Gas industry, the median Moat Score is 1.00 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. International Seaways's current Moat Score is 3. 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 $49.58, compared to a current price of $87.72 — trading 76.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 3 and 200% above the Oil & Gas industry median of 1.00. International Seaways' overall GF Score™ is 58/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Moat Score calculated?
Moat Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For International Seaways (INSW), the current Moat Score is 3 as of Jun. 24, 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 $87.72 is trading 76.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of $49.58. GuruFocus considers International Seaways to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for INSW:

  • Moat Score: 3
  • GF Value™: $49.58 vs. price of $87.72 (76.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 58/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 200% above the Oil & Gas median (#245 of 1040)

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 Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Other Exchanges IS5:Germany
Address 600 Third Avenue, 39th Floor, New York, NY, USA, 10016
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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