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Core Viewpoint - On August 15, the domestic futures market for crude oil-related products showed significant gains, with liquefied petroleum gas leading the increase by over 1% [1] Group 1: Price Movements - As of August 15, the main crude oil futures rose by 0.91% to 488.00 CNY per barrel [1] - The main low-sulfur fuel oil futures increased by 0.06% to 3453.00 CNY per ton [1] - The main asphalt futures decreased by 0.40% to 3464.00 CNY per ton [1] - The main liquefied petroleum gas futures rose by 1.28% to 3881.00 CNY per ton [1] Group 2: Futures Price Data - The opening price for SC crude oil was 482.60 CNY, with a previous close of 481.90 CNY and a last settlement price of 483.60 CNY [2] - The opening price for fuel oil was 2708.00 CNY, with a previous close of 2700.00 CNY and a last settlement price of 2708.00 CNY [2] - The opening price for asphalt was 3485.00 CNY, with a previous close of 3472.00 CNY and a last settlement price of 3478.00 CNY [2] - The opening price for liquefied petroleum gas was 3859.00 CNY, with a previous close of 3858.00 CNY and a last settlement price of 3832.00 CNY [2] - The opening price for low-sulfur fuel oil was 3452.00 CNY, with a previous close of 3449.00 CNY and a last settlement price of 3451.00 CNY [2] Group 3: Warehouse Data - As of August 14, the warehouse data showed that the medium-sulfur crude oil futures warehouse stock was 4,767,000 barrels, unchanged from the previous trading day [3] - The fuel oil futures warehouse stock decreased by 12,000 tons to 80,710 tons compared to the previous trading day [3] - The asphalt futures warehouse stock remained unchanged at 41,710 tons, while the asphalt warehouse stock decreased by 200 tons to 31,840 tons [3] - The liquefied petroleum gas futures warehouse stock decreased by 5 contracts to 12,948 contracts compared to the previous trading day [3] - The low-sulfur fuel oil warehouse stock decreased by 4,970 tons to 16,080 tons compared to the previous trading day [3] Group 4: Basis Data - As of August 14, the basis data indicated a 'backwardation' phenomenon for fuel oil, asphalt, liquefied petroleum gas, and low-sulfur fuel oil, where spot prices exceeded futures prices [3] - The basis for fuel oil was 2,629 CNY, with a basis rate of 49.26% [3] - The basis for asphalt was 192 CNY, with a basis rate of 5.23% [3] - The basis for liquefied petroleum gas was 388 CNY, with a basis rate of 8.29% [3] - The basis for low-sulfur fuel oil was 117 CNY, with a basis rate of 3.27% [3]

Core Insights - Dorian LPG is set to report its first-quarter fiscal 2026 results, with earnings estimated at 61 cents per share, reflecting a 51.6% decrease year-over-year [1][6] - Revenue estimates for the same quarter are pegged at $86.5 million, indicating a 24.4% decline from the previous year [2][6] - Factors such as tariff-induced uncertainties, supply chain disruptions, and geopolitical challenges are expected to negatively impact the results [2][3] Financial Performance Expectations - The reduced average time charter equivalent rates are anticipated to adversely affect Dorian LPG's top line in the upcoming quarter [3] - High vessel operating expenses are likely to pressure the bottom line, despite increased demand for liquefied petroleum gases potentially providing some support [3][6] - The company's Earnings ESP stands at 0.00%, indicating no expected earnings beat, although it holds a Zacks Rank 1 (Strong Buy) [4][6] Industry Context - The broader Zacks Transportation sector includes other stocks that may have favorable conditions for beating earnings estimates, such as Expeditors International of Washington and GXO Logistics [6][7][8] - Expeditors International is expected to report second-quarter 2025 earnings with an Earnings ESP of +0.11% and a Zacks Rank 3 [6][7] - GXO Logistics has an Earnings ESP of +8.33% and is also scheduled to report second-quarter 2025 earnings [7][8]

Core Viewpoint - The domestic futures market for oil-related products experienced a decline, with liquefied petroleum gas and crude oil dropping over 1% on July 16, 2023 [1]. Group 1: Price Movements - As of July 16, liquefied petroleum gas futures fell by 1.37% to 4103.00 CNY/ton, while crude oil futures decreased by 1.28% to 515.50 CNY/barrel [1]. - Fuel oil futures saw a slight increase of 0.28%, reaching 2875.00 CNY/ton, whereas asphalt futures dropped by 0.22% to 3623.00 CNY/ton [1]. - The opening and closing prices for various contracts on July 16 were reported, with SC crude oil opening at 520.20 CNY and closing at 522.20 CNY [2]. Group 2: Inventory Data - As of July 15, the inventory data showed that the number of medium-sulfur crude oil futures contracts remained stable at 4,517,000 barrels, with no change from the previous trading day [3]. - Fuel oil futures inventory was reported at 91,640 tons, and asphalt futures inventory was stable at 39,350 tons in factory warehouses and 42,950 tons in storage [3]. - Liquefied petroleum gas futures inventory stood at 8,304 contracts, while low-sulfur fuel oil inventory was at 90 tons, both unchanged from the previous day [3]. Group 3: Basis Data - The basis data indicated a phenomenon of "backwardation" for fuel oil, asphalt, liquefied petroleum gas, and low-sulfur fuel oil, where spot prices exceeded futures prices [3]. - The basis and basis rates for various commodities were detailed, with fuel oil showing a basis of 2,520 CNY and a basis rate of 46.77% [3].

Core Viewpoint - Enterprise Products Partners and MPLX are leading master limited partnerships (MLPs) in the energy midstream sector, known for their stable cash flows and growing distributions [1][2]. Financial Profiles - Enterprise Products Partners generated $2 billion in distributable cash flow in Q1, a 5% year-over-year increase, while MPLX produced $1.5 billion, an 8.5% increase [4]. - Enterprise's payout is nearly 7%, covered 1.7 times, while MPLX's 7.5% payout is covered about 1.5 times, indicating strong coverage levels for both MLPs [4]. - Enterprise Products Partners has a leverage ratio of 3.1, supporting its A-/A3 bond ratings, while MPLX has a leverage ratio of 3.3, below the 4.0 range supported by its BBB/Baa2 credit rating [5]. Growth Profiles - Enterprise Products Partners has raised its distribution for 26 consecutive years, including a 3.9% increase last year [7]. - MPLX has increased its payout every year since its inception in 2013, with a compound annual growth rate of over 10% since 2021 [8]. - Enterprise has $7.6 billion in major capital projects under construction, expecting cash flow growth through 2027, while MPLX has several expansion projects with visible growth through the end of the decade [9][10]. Income Options - Both MLPs are attractive for investors seeking growing passive income streams, with MPLX currently viewed as the better option due to its higher yield and growth visibility [11].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the news is that domestic crude oil futures experienced a significant increase, with the main crude oil contract rising over 5% on June 16 [1] - As of June 16, the main crude oil contract rose by 5.68%, reaching 542.90 yuan per barrel, while fuel oil and liquefied petroleum gas also saw notable increases [1][2] - The price movements in the futures market indicate a bullish trend across various oil-related contracts, including fuel oil and low-sulfur fuel oil [1][2] Group 2 - On June 13, commodity warehouse data showed that the inventory of medium-sulfur crude oil futures remained stable at 4,029,000 barrels, while fuel oil futures inventory was unchanged at 24,750 tons [3] - The data also indicated a phenomenon of "backwardation" in the market for fuel oil, asphalt, and liquefied petroleum gas, where spot prices exceeded futures prices [3] - The basis data revealed that the basis rates for fuel oil, asphalt, and liquefied petroleum gas were 40.77%, 1.54%, and 13.11% respectively, indicating varying levels of market dynamics [3]

Core Insights - ONEOK Inc. (OKE) is benefiting from increased fee-based earnings and capital expenditures aimed at strengthening its position in high-production regions [1][8] - The company is exposed to competitive risks in its pipeline business [1][6] Positive Drivers for OKE - ONEOK is expected to gain from long-term fee-based commitments across its three segments: Natural Gas Gathering and Processing, Natural Gas Liquids, and Natural Gas Pipelines and Refined Products and Crude [2] - More than 88% of its 2024 earnings are fee-based, with over 90% of 2025 revenues anticipated to come from fees [2][8] - The annual growth rate for natural gas liquid volumes from the Rocky Mountain region has exceeded 20%, while natural gas processing volumes have grown at 10% over the past five years [2] Capital Expenditures and Expansion - The company is investing in organic-growth projects to expand its services for crude-oil and natural-gas producers, with capital expenditures expected to be between $2.8 billion and $3.2 billion in 2025 [3] - In February 2025, ONEOK and MPLX LP formed joint ventures to construct a new 400,000 barrel-per-day liquefied petroleum gas export terminal in Texas City, along with a new pipeline connecting to its Mont Belvieu storage facility [4] Headwinds for OKE - ONEOK does not own all the land for its pipelines, which poses risks of incurring higher costs and potential operational impacts if land rights are not renewed [5] - The natural gas and natural gas liquid pipeline industries are highly competitive, with many energy companies forming master limited partnerships to launch pipeline services [6] Stock Performance - Over the past year, OKE shares have increased by 6.1%, compared to the industry's growth of 14.1% [7]

Core Insights - The domestic futures market for crude oil saw a significant increase, with the main crude oil futures rising nearly 9% [1] - The main crude oil futures closed at 535.20 yuan per barrel, while fuel oil and low-sulfur fuel oil also experienced substantial gains [1] Price Movements - As of June 13, the main crude oil futures opened at 492.90 yuan, with a previous close of 495.70 yuan and a last settlement price of 491.10 yuan [2] - Fuel oil opened at 2979.00 yuan, with a previous close of 2997.00 yuan and a last settlement price of 2982.00 yuan [2] - Liquid petroleum gas opened at 4137.00 yuan, with a previous close of 4141.00 yuan and a last settlement price of 4148.00 yuan [2] - Low-sulfur fuel oil opened at 3629.00 yuan, with a previous close of 3645.00 yuan and a last settlement price of 3640.00 yuan [2] Inventory Data - As of June 12, the inventory data showed that the medium-sulfur crude oil futures warehouse held 4,029,000 barrels, remaining unchanged from the previous trading day [3] - Fuel oil futures warehouse held 24,750 tons, also unchanged from the previous trading day [3] - Liquid petroleum gas futures warehouse saw a decrease of 125 contracts, totaling 9,010 contracts [3] - Low-sulfur fuel oil warehouse futures held 0 tons, remaining unchanged from the previous trading day [3] Basis Data - The basis data indicated that fuel oil, asphalt, liquid petroleum gas, and low-sulfur fuel oil contracts experienced a 'backwardation' phenomenon, where spot prices exceeded futures prices [3] - For fuel oil, the spot price was 5,287.5 yuan, while the contract price was 2,509 yuan, resulting in a basis of 2,305 yuan and a basis rate of 43.59% [3] - The basis for liquid petroleum gas was 764 yuan, with a basis rate of 15.92% [3]

Core Viewpoint - The domestic futures market for crude oil and related products experienced a significant increase on June 12, with crude oil and fuel oil prices rising nearly 3% [1] Group 1: Price Movements - As of June 12, the main crude oil futures rose by 2.99% to 495.60 CNY per barrel [1] - Fuel oil futures increased by 2.85% to 3000.00 CNY per ton [1] - Low sulfur fuel oil futures rose by 2.27% to 3647.00 CNY per ton [1] - Asphalt futures saw a rise of 1.35% to 3523.00 CNY per ton [1] Group 2: Futures Price Data - The opening price for SC crude oil was 486.60 CNY, with a previous close of 478.10 CNY and a last settlement price of 481.20 CNY [2] - Fuel oil opened at 2952.00 CNY, with a previous close of 2912.00 CNY and a last settlement price of 2917.00 CNY [2] - Asphalt opened at 3493.00 CNY, with a previous close of 3461.00 CNY and a last settlement price of 3476.00 CNY [2] - Liquefied petroleum gas opened at 4154.00 CNY, with a previous close of 4130.00 CNY and a last settlement price of 4119.00 CNY [2] - Low sulfur fuel oil opened at 3617.00 CNY, with a previous close of 3563.00 CNY and a last settlement price of 3566.00 CNY [2] Group 3: Warehouse Data - As of June 11, the warehouse data showed that the medium-sulfur crude oil futures warehouse stood at 4,029,000 barrels, unchanged from the previous trading day [3] - Fuel oil futures warehouse was at 24,750 tons, also unchanged from the previous trading day [3] - Asphalt futures warehouse was at 36,350 tons, remaining stable from the previous trading day [3] - Liquefied petroleum gas futures warehouse decreased by 205 contracts to 9,135 contracts [3] - Low sulfur fuel oil warehouse reported 0 tons, down by 1,000 tons from the previous trading day [3] Group 4: Basis Data - The basis data indicated a phenomenon of 'backwardation' for fuel oil, asphalt, liquefied petroleum gas, and low sulfur fuel oil, where spot prices exceeded futures prices [3] - For fuel oil, the spot price was 5275 CNY, with a futures price of 2917 CNY, resulting in a basis of 2358 CNY and a basis rate of 44.70% [3] - For asphalt, the spot price was 3630 CNY, with a futures price of 3476 CNY, leading to a basis of 154 CNY and a basis rate of 4.24% [3] - For liquefied petroleum gas, the spot price was 4797.5 CNY, with a futures price of 4119 CNY, resulting in a basis of 678 CNY and a basis rate of 14.13% [3] - For low sulfur fuel oil, the spot price was 3648 CNY, with a futures price of 3563 CNY, leading to a basis of 85 CNY and a basis rate of 2.32% [3]

Core Viewpoint - The domestic futures market for crude oil and related products showed a significant upward trend on June 10, with the main crude oil futures rising nearly 2% [1] Group 1: Price Movements - As of June 10, the main crude oil futures increased by 1.69%, reaching 481.80 yuan per barrel [1] - Fuel oil futures rose by 1.33%, priced at 2980.00 yuan per ton [1] - Low-sulfur fuel oil futures saw a 1.02% increase, now at 3573.00 yuan per ton [1] - Liquefied petroleum gas futures increased by 0.58%, priced at 4129.00 yuan per ton [1] Group 2: Futures Price Data - The opening price for SC crude oil was 478.20 yuan, with a previous close of 474.30 yuan and a last settlement price of 473.80 yuan [2] - Fuel oil opened at 2955.00 yuan, with a previous close of 2927.00 yuan and a last settlement price of 2941.00 yuan [2] - Asphalt futures opened at 3500.00 yuan, with a previous close of 3488.00 yuan and a last settlement price of 3511.00 yuan [2] - Liquefied petroleum gas opened at 4128.00 yuan, with a previous close of 4116.00 yuan and a last settlement price of 4105.00 yuan [2] - Low-sulfur fuel oil opened at 3537.00 yuan, with a previous close of 3514.00 yuan and a last settlement price of 3537.00 yuan [2] Group 3: Warehouse Data - As of June 9, the warehouse receipts for medium-sulfur crude oil futures stood at 4,029,000 barrels, unchanged from the previous trading day [3] - Fuel oil futures warehouse receipts were at 28,950 tons, also unchanged [3] - Asphalt futures warehouse receipts were at 36,350 tons, remaining stable [3] - Liquefied petroleum gas futures warehouse receipts totaled 9,340 hands, unchanged [3] - Low-sulfur fuel oil warehouse receipts were at 1,000 tons, consistent with the previous day [3] Group 4: Basis Data - The basis data indicates a phenomenon of 'backwardation' for fuel oil, asphalt, liquefied petroleum gas, and low-sulfur fuel oil, where spot prices exceed futures prices [3] - For fuel oil, the spot price was 5,275 yuan, with a futures price of 2,509 yuan, resulting in a basis of 2,394 yuan and a basis rate of 45.38% [3] - For asphalt, the spot price was 3,630 yuan, with a futures price of 2,509 yuan, leading to a basis of 119 yuan and a basis rate of 3.28% [3] - For liquefied petroleum gas, the spot price was 4,782.5 yuan, with a futures price of 2,507 yuan, resulting in a basis of 677 yuan and a basis rate of 14.16% [3] - For low-sulfur fuel oil, the spot price was 3,597 yuan, with a futures price of 2,508 yuan, leading to a basis of 83 yuan and a basis rate of 2.31% [3]