Welcome to our dedicated page for Phillips 66 news (Ticker: PSX), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on Phillips 66 stock.
Phillips 66 (NYSE: PSX) generates a steady flow of news across refining, midstream, chemicals, marketing and renewable fuels. As an integrated downstream energy provider headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company frequently issues updates on capital projects, portfolio changes, financial results and strategic partnerships that shape its role in supplying fuels and petrochemical products.
News about Phillips 66 often covers refining and marketing developments, such as investments at the Humber Refinery in North Lincolnshire and changes in its European retail marketing footprint. For example, the company announced the sale of a 65% interest in its Germany and Austria retail marketing business while retaining a non‑operated stake, and its UK subsidiary Phillips 66 Limited agreed to acquire Lindsey Oil Refinery assets to integrate key facilities into the Humber Refinery.
Investors and industry followers can also expect midstream and pipeline project updates, including announcements related to the Western Gateway refined products pipeline being developed with Kinder Morgan. These stories highlight how Phillips 66 connects midcontinent refinery supply to markets in Arizona, California and Nevada.
Regular earnings releases and capital budget announcements provide insight into segment performance, capital allocation between sustaining and growth projects, and progress on NGL wellhead‑to‑market initiatives, refining optimization and renewable fuels investments. Additional news items may feature branding collaborations, such as 76 Renewable Diesel promotions, and participation in industry conferences.
This news page allows readers to follow the latest press releases, project milestones and financial disclosures related to PSX. For anyone tracking downstream energy, refined products logistics, petrochemicals or renewable fuels, the Phillips 66 news feed offers a focused view of how the company manages its portfolio and invests in both traditional and lower‑carbon energy.
Phillips 66 (PSX) has announced a 2021 capital budget of $1.7 billion, emphasizing financial flexibility and disciplined capital allocation. Key investments include $610 million in Midstream and $521 million for Refining, aimed at enhancing asset integrity and environmental sustainability. The budget supports projects like the Sweeny Frac 4 and a major renewable fuels facility in California, expected to produce over 50,000 barrels per day by early 2024. The company's strategy is focused on long-term value creation and maintaining a competitive dividend amid challenging market conditions.
AM Best has affirmed a Financial Strength Rating of A (Excellent) and Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of 'a' for Spirit Insurance Company and Radius Insurance Company, with a stable outlook. The favorable ratings are attributed to their robust balance sheet strength and adequate operating performance. Both companies serve as captive insurers to Phillips 66 (PSX), benefiting from strong loss control measures and favorable loss experience. However, they face exposure to high severity, low frequency losses and significant reliance on reinsurance.
The board of directors at Phillips 66 has declared a quarterly dividend of 90 cents per share on common stock. This dividend is set to be paid on December 1, 2020, to shareholders on record as of the close of business on November 17, 2020. Phillips 66 is a diversified energy manufacturing and logistics company with a portfolio including Midstream, Chemicals, Refining, and Marketing and Specialties. As of June 30, 2020, the company reported assets totaling $55 billion.
Phillips 66 (PSX) appointed Lisa A. Davis as an independent director, effective October 8, 2020. Davis will be part of the human resources and compensation committee and the public policy committee, increasing the board to 11 directors, 10 of whom are independent. With extensive experience in the energy sector, she previously held leadership roles at Siemens AG, Shell, Texaco, and Exxon. Phillips 66 is a diversified energy company with $55 billion in assets as of June 30, 2020, focusing on manufacturing and logistics across various sectors.