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PBF Energy’s $250 Million Martinez Boost — Insurance Recovery Meets Operational Revival!

PBF Energy reported strong second-quarter 2026 results amid a highly disrupted global oil market characterized by significant geopolitical tensions, notably ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Eastern Europe. These events led to a substantial dislocation in crude supply routes and reduced global refining capacity by an estimated five million barrels per day, contributing to tight product inventories and elevated refining margins. The company emphasized its strategic advantage stemming from its flexible crude slate and geographic proximity to stable crude supplies in the Americas, which allowed it to maintain uninterrupted operations despite global supply challenges. All PBF refineries were operational by the end of the quarter, including the Martinez refinery which resumed full production following a fire-related outage.