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Phillips 66 (PSX)
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Jul 2, 2026, 12:00 amThis summary was created by AI, based on 2 opinions in the last 12 months.
Phillips 66 has recently been a focal point in the energy sector, particularly due to the refined fuels market. An expert review notes that the stock was initially bought last July when refinery trades were seen as a robust opportunity amidst positive fundamentals and market momentum. However, concerns have emerged about the long-term sustainability of the refining segment, especially with projected shifts in the energy landscape anticipated around 2026. Conversely, another expert suggests this could be a favorable time to purchase the stock, given the current decline in oil prices, which might present a beneficial entry point for investors looking to capitalize on potential upward movements in the market. As a result, investors may find themselves weighing short-term gains against long-term trends in the energy sector.
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Premium contentOur PAST TOP PICK with PSX has triggered its stop at $92. To remain disciplined, we recommend covering the position at this time. This will result in a net investment loss of 9%, when combined with our previous entry recommendation.
Premium contentWe reiterate this international midstream energy company as a TOP PICK. Expectations for summer travel are bullish, which will support their 2 million bpd downstream operations. It trades under 2x book and 8x earnings, with a ROE of 44%. It pays a good dividend, backed by a payout ratio under 20% of cash flow. We continue to recommend a stop at $92, looking to achieve $121 -- upside potential of 19%. Yield 3.9%
(Analysts’ price target is $121.29)Premium contentTrading at 5x earnings, 1.7x book and supporting a 40% ROE, we reiterate PSX as a TOP PICK. The company has a bio-diesel fuel plant coming on soon in California, which used to process oil. We like that cash reserves are growing and debt is being retired. Its dividend is backed by a payout ratio under 20% of cash flow. We recommend trailing up the stop (from $87) to $92, looking to achieve $126 -- upside potential of 18%. Yield 3.6%
(Analysts’ price target is $126.00)Premium contentPSX is the spin off of ConocoPhillips downstream refining and distribution assets. It is generating outstanding cash flow, allowing cash reserves to grow as debt is retired and stock bought back. It trades under 7x earnings, under 2x book value, and supports a ROE of 40%. We recommend a stop-loss at $87, looking to achieve $125 - upside of 27%. Yield 4.0%
(Analysts’ price target is $125.36)
Lorne Steinberg
Ross HealyWarren Buffett has been picking away at this. It is very difficult to build a refinery. There is a limited number of competitors, so they are well situated. The drawback is that you are beholden to crack spreads, basically the value of all the different components of a barrel of oil after it has been refined. In the past couple of years, it has been a very, very good business, but it is a cyclical business. The ways the composition of crude oil is coming to refineries is changing. He would prefer going to where the greatest value is, which is going to be the crude producers.
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What is Phillips 66 stock symbol?
Phillips 66 is a American stock, trading under the symbol PSX (previously PSX-N on Stockchase) on the New York Stock Exchange (PSX). It is usually referred to as NYSE:PSX or PSX
Is Phillips 66 a buy or a sell?
In the last year, 2 stock analysts issued a Buy, Sell, or Hold rating on PSX (previously PSX-N on Stockchase). 1 analyst recommended to BUY and 1 analyst recommended to SELL the stock. The latest stock analyst rating is . Read the latest stock experts' ratings for Phillips 66.
Is Phillips 66 a good investment or a top pick?
Phillips 66 was recommended as a Top Pick by John O'Connell, CFA on 2017-04-12. Read the latest stock experts ratings for Phillips 66.
Why is Phillips 66 stock dropping?
Earnings reports or recent company news can cause the stock price to drop. Read stock experts' recommendations for Phillips 66.
Is Phillips 66 worth watching?
Phillips 66 is followed by 44 investors on Stockchase and is a trending stock that is worth watching.
What is Phillips 66 stock price?
On 2026-07-02, Phillips 66 (PSX) stock closed at a price of $175.80.
He sold it. He bought this last July when the refinery trade was the only opportunity in energy (fundamentals, momentum, driving scene). The opportunity is energy may shift away from refiners in 2026.