U.S. refiners with strong buy ratings are expected to benefit significantly from the global fuel crisis, driven by record-high diesel prices and elevated gasoline costs. Capacity constraints due to geopolitical tensions and a tight California market are boosting refining margins, with the diesel-crude crack spread surpassing $100 per barrel. Even if oil prices decline, refining profits may remain strong. Analyst Steven Cress highlights three refining stocks well-positioned to capitalize on this supply shock, offering momentum and profitable growth potential.
The global fuel crisis and its impact on refiners provide context for energy sector activity on Pluang. For readers following energy stocks, here is Pluang's market snapshot as of Sep 17, 2026 23:42 WIB: out of 30 priced US energy-sector stocks, 20 rose and 10 fell. Notable movers include XOM at USD 162.21 with a 1-day change of -0.69% and Pluang order activity of 71% Sell / 29% Buy; INDO at USD 2.92, up 0.69%, with 25% Sell / 75% Buy; and TTE at USD 91.43, up 0.65%, with 98% Sell / 2% Buy.
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