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Considering investing in oil tanker stocks? While the best oil tanker stocks depend on your portfolio and investment goals, we've identified some oil tanker stocks that are worth keeping an eye on in the oil sector. Keep reading to learn more about oil tanker stocks and how to start investing.<\/p>\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n

7 popular oil tanker stocks to watch<\/h3>\n\n

We round up a selection of stocks in or related to the oil industry, weighting the list more heavily towards popular mid- and large-cap stocks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n
Best stock<\/th>\n 1-year return<\/strong><\/th>\n Market cap<\/strong><\/th>\n Exchange<\/strong><\/th>\n Volume<\/strong><\/th>\n Buy on Questrade<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
SFL Corporation (SFL.US)<\/strong><\/td>\n \n \n \n <\/use><\/svg>44.40%SFL Corporation's 1-year return based on the closing price as of May 9, 2025.<\/span>\n<\/button>\n<\/td>\n \n \n\n\n \n \n $1.5 billion (USD)\n \n<\/td>\n NYSE<\/td>\n 808,394<\/td>\n Buy now<\/a><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n \n \n
DHT (DHT.US)<\/strong><\/td>\n \n \n \n <\/use><\/svg>71.66%DHT's 1-year return based on the closing price as of May 9, 2025.<\/span>\n<\/button>\n<\/td>\n \n \n\n\n \n \n $3.1 billion (USD)\n \n<\/td>\n NYSE<\/td>\n 3,272,700<\/td>\n Buy now<\/a><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n \n \n
Scorpio Tankers (STNG.US)<\/strong><\/td>\n \n \n \n <\/use><\/svg>105.28%Scorpio Tankers's 1-year return based on the closing price as of May 9, 2025.<\/span>\n<\/button>\n<\/td>\n \n \n\n\n \n \n $4.2 billion (USD)\n \n<\/td>\n NYSE<\/td>\n 2,689,104<\/td>\n Buy now<\/a><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n \n \n
Teekay Corporation (TK.US)<\/strong><\/td>\n \n \n \n <\/use><\/svg>78.58%Teekay Corporation's 1-year return based on the closing price as of May 9, 2025.<\/span>\n<\/button>\n<\/td>\n \n \n\n\n \n \n $1.2 billion (USD)\n \n<\/td>\n NYSE<\/td>\n 365,028<\/td>\n Buy now<\/a><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n \n \n
Frontline (FRO.US)<\/strong><\/td>\n \n \n \n <\/use><\/svg>127.72%Frontline's 1-year return based on the closing price as of May 9, 2025.<\/span>\n<\/button>\n<\/td>\n \n \n\n\n \n \n $8.2 billion (USD)\n \n<\/td>\n NYSE<\/td>\n 2,561,766<\/td>\n Buy now<\/a><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n \n \n
Tsakos Energy Navigation (TEN.US)<\/strong><\/td>\n \n \n \n <\/use><\/svg>149.71%Tsakos Energy Navigation's 1-year return based on the closing price as of May 9, 2025.<\/span>\n<\/button>\n<\/td>\n \n \n\n\n \n \n $1.3 billion (USD)\n \n<\/td>\n NYSE<\/td>\n 257,819<\/td>\n Buy now<\/a><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n \n \n
Algoma Central Corporation (ALC.TO)<\/strong><\/td>\n \n \n \n <\/use><\/svg>48.17%Algoma Central Corporation's 1-year return based on the closing price as of May 9, 2025.<\/span>\n<\/button>\n<\/td>\n \n \n\n\n \n \n $875.9 million (CAD)\n \n<\/td>\n Toronto Stock Exchange<\/td>\n 8,797<\/td>\n Buy now<\/a><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\nThe values in this table are accurate as of the market close on May 9, 2026, or the most recent data available. Volume refers to the number of shares traded during the day.<\/small>\n\n \n \n \n \n\n

What to look for when investing in oil tanker stock<\/h3>\n\n

The oil industry is affected by a range of complex factors such as trade policies, regulations, and fluctuating supply and demand. So when considering oil tanker stocks to buy, it's important that you have access to vital information about a company's financial health, leadership team, and market positioning.<\/p>\n\n

Also keep in mind that, while volatility can be ideal for day traders, long-term investors will want to look for stocks to offer steadier gains over time.<\/p>\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n

How to invest in oil tanker stock<\/h3>\n
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  1. Research the oil industry.<\/strong> Before investing, learn about the oil tanker stock sector, its trends and the companies within it. Look at each company's financial health, potential for growth and past performance to identify stocks that fit your investment goals.<\/li>\n
  2. Choose a stock trading platform.<\/strong> Compare trading fees, access to trading tools and user interface options. We've identified reliable trading platforms to help narrow down your options below or check out the best stock trading apps in Canada<\/a> to find one that suits your needs.<\/li>\n
  3. Open and fund your account.<\/strong> Sign up with your personal details and link a bank account or funding method to deposit money before you start trading.<\/li>\n
  4. Select the oil tanker stock(s) to buy.<\/strong> Search by company name or ticker symbol, like SFL or DHT. Compare key metrics such as market cap, price history and earnings per share to pick the best stock for your strategy.<\/li>\n
  5. Buy the stock and monitor performance.<\/strong> Place your order to buy the stock and track its performance over time. Consider setting alerts, signing up for industry newsletters or using platform research tools to stay up to date on market changes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n

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