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U.S. refinery utilization averaged over 95% from May to September 2026, highest since 1998

U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) - Today in Energy · Published on Readzer

Summary

According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, U.S. refinery utilization averaged more than 95% of capacity between May and September 2026, the highest for those months since 1998. Tight global product supplies boosted margins, particularly for diesel, incentivizing higher run rates.

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  • Energy & Utilities

    Relevant to oil and gas industry as it indicates high refinery utilization and strong diesel margins, reflecting tight global product supplies and operational trends.