PBF Energy Inc. (PBF) - Stock Analysis
Last updated: Jun 28, 2026
Research Idea
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Energy/refining momentum trade with stock up about 18% in the last week and above key moving averages; near-term sentiment is supported by improved Q1 2026 results, Martinez restart progress, and a $106.5M insurance-related installment.
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Valuation Metrics
Fundamental Analysis
Key Financial Insights: ⢠Profit Rebound ⢠Cash Burn ⢠Debt Up PBF posted a sharp Q1 2026 profitability rebound and still looks cheap on valuation, but negative cash flow, rising debt, and only moderate liquidity mean the turnaround needs to be sustained.
Price Behavior
Key Price Behavior Insights: ⢠Higher lows ⢠Near resistance ⢠Fast rebound Support Level: $40.34-$39.29 Resistance Level: $43.17, then $45.88 PBF is showing a short-term bullish reversal with higher lows and closes into $43.11 near $43.17 resistance, but a break above that level is needed to target $45.88 while a slip back below $40.34-$39.29 would weaken the setup.
Sentiment & News
Key News Insights: ⢠Bullish coverage ⢠Technical breakout ⢠Earnings catalyst PBF's recent news flow has turned broadly constructive, with repeated growth/momentum/value coverage, bullish technical breakouts above key moving averages, and a set earnings date that keeps attention on the next catalyst.
AI Summary
PBF is no longer just a cheap cyclical refinerâit's a recovery story with real operating repair, but the investment case now hinges on converting the Martinez restart and margin rebound into positive free cash flow before leverage and refining spreads turn against it.
Description
PBF Energy Inc. is an independent downstream energy company that operates refining and logistics businesses, producing a broad range of refined petroleum products and petrochemical feedstocks. It markets fuels and other products across major U.S. regions and into Canada and Mexico, and provides transportation, terminaling, pipeline and storage services. Headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, the company owned and operated six refineries and related assets as of December 31, 2021; it was founded in 2008.
Idea History
| Date | Close | Ticker | Company | Summary | Status | P/L |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 30 | Jul 7 | PBF | PBF Energy Inc. | Energy/refining momentum trade with stock up about 18% in the last week and above key moving averages; near-term sentiment is supported by improved Q1 2026 results, Martinez restart progress, and a $106.5M insurance-related installment. | Active | +0.0% |