Calamos Advisors LLC grew its holdings in Phillips 66 (NYSE:PSX – Free Report) by 4.4% during the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm owned 72,161 shares of the oil and gas company’s stock after purchasing an additional 3,024 shares during the period. Calamos Advisors LLC’s holdings in Phillips 66 were worth $13,146,000 at the end of the most recent quarter.
Other institutional investors also recently modified their holdings of the company. Board of the Pension Protection Fund bought a new position in Phillips 66 in the 4th quarter worth approximately $26,000. Accordant Advisory Group Inc raised its holdings in Phillips 66 by 900.0% during the 4th quarter. Accordant Advisory Group Inc now owns 200 shares of the oil and gas company’s stock valued at $26,000 after acquiring an additional 180 shares during the period. Eagle Bay Advisors LLC bought a new stake in Phillips 66 during the 4th quarter valued at $27,000. SWAN Capital LLC lifted its position in shares of Phillips 66 by 1,055.6% during the fourth quarter. SWAN Capital LLC now owns 208 shares of the oil and gas company’s stock worth $27,000 after acquiring an additional 190 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Stephens Consulting LLC lifted its position in shares of Phillips 66 by 67.7% during the fourth quarter. Stephens Consulting LLC now owns 223 shares of the oil and gas company’s stock worth $29,000 after acquiring an additional 90 shares in the last quarter. 76.93% of the stock is currently owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.
Phillips 66 Stock Up 1.6%
PSX opened at $201.41 on Wednesday. The firm has a market capitalization of $80.75 billion, a P/E ratio of 19.84, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 0.27 and a beta of 0.69. Phillips 66 has a one year low of $118.07 and a one year high of $201.66. The company has a fifty day moving average price of $177.18 and a 200-day moving average price of $164.20. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.63, a current ratio of 1.13 and a quick ratio of 0.85.
Phillips 66 Dividend Announcement
The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, September 1st. Shareholders of record on Tuesday, August 18th will be paid a $1.27 dividend. This represents a $5.08 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 2.5%. The ex-dividend date is Tuesday, August 18th. Phillips 66’s dividend payout ratio is currently 50.05%.
Insider Transactions at Phillips 66
In other Phillips 66 news, Director Kevin Omar Meyers purchased 175 shares of the stock in a transaction on Wednesday, May 6th. The shares were purchased at an average price of $173.12 per share, with a total value of $30,296.00. Following the acquisition, the director directly owned 16,799 shares in the company, valued at approximately $2,908,242.88. The trade was a 1.05% increase in their position. The acquisition was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through the SEC website. Also, CFO Kevin J. Mitchell sold 29,400 shares of Phillips 66 stock in a transaction dated Friday, May 8th. The shares were sold at an average price of $170.00, for a total value of $4,998,000.00. Following the sale, the chief financial officer owned 97,376 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $16,553,920. This trade represents a 23.19% decrease in their position. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. Insiders sold a total of 41,021 shares of company stock worth $7,195,257 over the last 90 days. Corporate insiders own 0.40% of the company’s stock.
Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades
PSX has been the subject of several recent research reports. TD Cowen lifted their price target on Phillips 66 from $213.00 to $220.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Monday, June 29th. Argus increased their price objective on Phillips 66 from $185.00 to $197.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a report on Thursday, May 14th. Raymond James Financial raised their target price on Phillips 66 from $218.00 to $235.00 and gave the stock an “outperform” rating in a research note on Monday. Piper Sandler lifted their target price on Phillips 66 from $168.00 to $177.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a report on Wednesday, April 8th. Finally, Jefferies Financial Group upped their price target on Phillips 66 from $191.00 to $207.00 and gave the company a “hold” rating in a research report on Thursday, July 9th. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, twelve have given a Buy rating and nine have given a Hold rating to the company. According to MarketBeat.com, the stock currently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $196.06.
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Key Headlines Impacting Phillips 66
Here are the key news stories impacting Phillips 66 this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Phillips 66’s refining network and access to low-cost crude are being highlighted as key advantages that could support long-term growth and stronger margins if fuel demand stays firm. Here’s Why Phillips 66’s Refining Strength Supports Long-Term Growth
- Positive Sentiment: Renewed Middle East tensions are tightening refined-product markets, which could lift crack spreads and improve profitability for refiners like Phillips 66. Renewed Middle East Tensions Threaten Supply: 3 Energy Stocks to Watch
- Positive Sentiment: Bloomberg reported that the recent surge in U.S. crude exports may last longer than expected, a favorable backdrop for the broader energy logistics and refining sector. Texas Port CEO Sees US Oil Exports Holding Above Prewar Levels
- Neutral Sentiment: Phillips 66 CFO Kevin Mitchell sold 11,021 shares under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan, but he still retains a sizable personal stake, so the transaction appears more routine than alarming. Phillips 66’s CFO Cashed In Options but Kept an $18.3 Million Stake — Here’s What Investors Should Focus On Instead
- Neutral Sentiment: Analysts currently maintain a “Moderate Buy” consensus on PSX, with price targets that suggest expectations remain constructive but not euphoric. Phillips 66 (NYSE:PSX) Given Consensus Recommendation of “Moderate Buy” by Brokerages
About Phillips 66
Phillips 66 (NYSE: PSX) is an independent energy manufacturing and logistics company engaged primarily in refining, midstream transportation, marketing and chemicals. The company processes crude oil into transportation fuels, lubricants and other petroleum products, operates pipeline and storage infrastructure, and participates in petrochemical production through strategic investments. Phillips 66 serves commercial, industrial and retail customers and positions its operations across the value chain of the downstream energy sector.
The company’s principal activities include refining crude oil into gasoline, diesel, jet fuel and feedstocks for petrochemical production; operating midstream assets such as pipelines, terminals and fractionators that move and store crude oil and natural gas liquids; and marketing and distributing fuels and lubricants through wholesale and retail channels.
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