Gasoline demand, which is nearing its 2007 record high, and supply disruptions from refinery outages have bolstered gasoline margins about 50% this year.
Refiners are also investing in midstream assets, which can provide earnings and achieve higher midcycle returns, with less volatility, Good said.
Furthermore, many refiners have generated free cash flow, which have been returned to shareholders through dividends and share buybacks. While yields have remained relatively low, dividend growth is picking up.
Market Vectors Oil Refiners ETF
