
Former TCU quarterback Hauss Hejny has committed to join Oklahoma State out of the NCAA transfer portal, multiple media outlets reported Sunday. Hejny will see a familiar face in new Cowboys offensive coordinator Doug Meacham, who previously was with the Horned Frogs in various roles. Meacham also served on Oklahoma State's coaching staff from 2005-12. Hejny did not attempt a pass while playing in four games this season. He carried the ball 15 times for 65 yards. A four-star recruit out of Fort Worth (Texas) Aledo, Hejny will join redshirt junior Garret Rangel, redshirt sophomore Zane Flores and redshirt freshman Maealiuaki Smith as quarterbacks for the Cowboys next season. The Cowboys were 3-9 (0-9 Big 12) in the 2024 season. --Field Level MediaAlgert Global LLC cut its holdings in shares of International Seaways, Inc. ( NYSE:INSW – Free Report ) by 74.8% during the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 15,179 shares of the transportation company’s stock after selling 45,090 shares during the period. Algert Global LLC’s holdings in International Seaways were worth $783,000 as of its most recent SEC filing. Several other institutional investors also recently bought and sold shares of INSW. EdgeRock Capital LLC bought a new stake in International Seaways during the 2nd quarter valued at $28,000. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC purchased a new stake in shares of International Seaways during the 1st quarter worth $27,000. Blue Trust Inc. purchased a new stake in shares of International Seaways during the 3rd quarter worth $41,000. KBC Group NV boosted its position in International Seaways by 65.2% during the third quarter. KBC Group NV now owns 1,084 shares of the transportation company’s stock valued at $56,000 after purchasing an additional 428 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Quarry LP grew its stake in International Seaways by 408.0% in the second quarter. Quarry LP now owns 1,453 shares of the transportation company’s stock valued at $86,000 after purchasing an additional 1,167 shares during the last quarter. 67.29% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors. Analysts Set New Price Targets A number of analysts have recently weighed in on INSW shares. StockNews.com cut shares of International Seaways from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Thursday, August 8th. Stifel Nicolaus downgraded shares of International Seaways from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating and lowered their target price for the company from $69.00 to $56.00 in a research note on Wednesday, October 23rd. Jefferies Financial Group reduced their price target on International Seaways from $66.00 to $60.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a research report on Thursday, November 14th. Finally, Fearnley Fonds raised International Seaways to a “strong-buy” rating in a research report on Friday, September 27th. Two analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating, two have issued a buy rating and one has given a strong buy rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, International Seaways currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $60.67. International Seaways Stock Performance Shares of International Seaways stock opened at $39.01 on Friday. The firm has a market capitalization of $1.92 billion, a P/E ratio of 3.77 and a beta of -0.06. International Seaways, Inc. has a 52 week low of $38.67 and a 52 week high of $65.94. The company has a quick ratio of 3.60, a current ratio of 3.60 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.32. The company has a 50 day moving average price of $46.39 and a 200 day moving average price of $52.66. International Seaways ( NYSE:INSW – Get Free Report ) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, November 7th. The transportation company reported $1.57 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.42 by $0.15. International Seaways had a net margin of 50.91% and a return on equity of 24.65%. The business had revenue of $225.20 million during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $208.75 million. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $1.99 earnings per share. The business’s quarterly revenue was down 6.8% on a year-over-year basis. Sell-side analysts expect that International Seaways, Inc. will post 7.92 EPS for the current year. International Seaways Increases Dividend The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Friday, December 27th. Shareholders of record on Friday, December 13th will be paid a dividend of $1.32 per share. This represents a $5.28 annualized dividend and a yield of 13.53%. The ex-dividend date is Friday, December 13th. This is an increase from International Seaways’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.12. International Seaways’s payout ratio is presently 4.64%. Insider Activity In related news, CEO Lois K. Zabrocky sold 2,000 shares of the stock in a transaction that occurred on Monday, September 16th. The shares were sold at an average price of $50.30, for a total value of $100,600.00. Following the transaction, the chief executive officer now owns 155,475 shares in the company, valued at approximately $7,820,392.50. This represents a 1.27 % decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through this link . Also, Director Alexandra Kate Blankenship sold 5,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Thursday, September 12th. The stock was sold at an average price of $49.17, for a total transaction of $245,850.00. Following the transaction, the director now directly owns 16,109 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $792,079.53. This represents a 23.69 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The disclosure for this sale can be found here . Over the last three months, insiders have sold 15,200 shares of company stock valued at $719,282. Company insiders own 1.90% of the company’s stock. International Seaways Company Profile ( Free Report ) International Seaways, Inc owns and operates a fleet of oceangoing vessels for the transportation of crude oil and petroleum products in the international flag trade. It operates in two segments: Crude Tankers and Product Carriers. As of December 31, 2023, the company owned a fleet of 73 vessels. It serves independent and state-owned oil companies, oil traders, refinery operators, and international government entities. 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Chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen returns to a tournament after a dispute over jeans is resolvedBy Ifeanyi ONUBA The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, has once again brought global attention to the transformative role of NCS in safeguarding Nigeria’s borders. Speaking at the 18th Africa Security Watch Conference in Doha, Qatar, the CGC shared a comprehensive account of the Service’s achievements in balancing security enforcement with trade facilitation. In his keynote address titled “Protecting National Security Through Effective Border Control: The Nigeria Customs Example,” Adeniyi emphasised the vital role of border management in national security, describing borders as more than just geographical boundaries. According to him, borders are critical gateways that determine a nation’s capacity to protect its citizens, safeguard its economy, and foster security. The CGC highlighted how the NCS, empowered by the Nigeria Customs Act 2023, has successfully redefined its operational priorities to address emerging threats, enhance efficiency, and improve collaboration. CGC Adeniyi noted that the Nigeria Customs Act 2023 represents a legislative milestone that has repositioned the NCS to thrive in a dynamic environment. He also reflected on the significant strides made in 2024, which marked a year of unparalleled achievements for the Service, adding “Under my leadership, the NCS generated a record-breaking ₦5.1 trillion in revenue, a feat that underscores the agency’s innovative use of technology and improved compliance frameworks.” “We have equally strengthened partnerships with both domestic and international stakeholders. The CGC noted that this achievement was not merely about numbers but also reflected the efficiency and resilience of the Customs workforce.” He said. Adeniyi, however, described how, through intelligence-led operations, the NCS has intercepted several arms shipments, including 844 rifles and 112,500 rounds of live ammunition in Onne Seaport. “These efforts have significantly disrupted the proliferation of small arms and light weapons, which remain a persistent threat to national security. Additionally, the NCS’s collaboration with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) led to so many interceptions of illicit drugs.” CGC Adeniyi said. He also brought attention to the Service’s role in combating wildlife trafficking, detailing how officers intercepted 4,200 kilograms of pangolin scales and ivory, underscoring the NCS’s dedication to biodiversity conservation and international compliance. In the area of fighting against economic saboteurs who venture into smuggling and diversion of petroleum products, Adeniyi discussed the impact of Operation Whirlwind and highlighted how the Service, in collaboration with the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), intercepted over 695,000 liters of smuggled Premium Motor Spirit (PMS). The CGC revealed that the use of geospatial technologies, such as satellite feeds and geo-mapping, has enhanced the Service’s surveillance and enforcement capabilities, ensuring that these operations are not only effective but sustainable. In addition, a Gala/Award Night convened as part of the African Security Watch Conference held on Thursday 12 December 2024, in Doha, Qatar, the NCS clinched the coveted ‘Best National Security Service in West, East, and Central Africa 2023/2024’ award. The CGC also shared the spotlight, receiving recognition for his exemplary leadership and contributions to the organization’s achievements. These accolades recognise the service’s outstanding performance in fortifying Nigeria’s borders, enhancing trade facilitation, and curbing transnational crimes through innovative enforcement strategies and technological advancements.
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