Wholesale-Petroleum & Petroleum Products (No Bulk Stations)

Wholesale-Petroleum & Petroleum Products (No Bulk Stations), classified under SIC 5172, covers distributors that move refined fuels and related products from terminals and refineries to end users without operating large storage depots. Core products include gasoline, diesel, heating oil, aviation fuel, lubricants, and specialty petroleum-based chemicals, supported by logistics services such as just‑in‑time delivery, contract supply management, and credit terms. Typical customers range from independent gas stations and trucking fleets to construction firms, manufacturers, agricultural operations, and government agencies. Operators face significant risks tied to price volatility, counterparty credit exposure, environmental liabilities, and strict compliance with fuel quality, emissions, transportation, and anti‑pollution regulations at federal and state levels. In 2024–2025, the industry is navigating tighter low‑sulfur and renewable blending mandates, growing interest in biofuels, digital supply‑chain tools, and margin pressure from consolidating majors. For deeper insight into competitive positioning, hedging strategies, and regulatory disclosures, readers can review live SEC filings from SIC 5172 companies on EarningsFeed.

Source: Earnings Feed research · last fetched 11/23/2025