Due to the recent developments abroad, NYMEX crack spreads are at their highest levels since May of 2007, now above $25. As a result, refinery related stocks have been very strong. However, it’s worth noting, they are all considerably off the highs reached back in 2007.
Year to date, crack spreads are up more than 60%. In other words, refiners are minting money right now.
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