Fuels & Refining Market Data
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Refined Products
As global fuel demand rises, staying competitive in this dynamic market is crucial. Backed by over 100 years of expertise, our market coverage includes 104 IOSCO-certified Platts price benchmarks, and more than 1000 refined products price assessments across the U.S., Latin America, EMEA and APAC markets.
With robust methodologies, alongside 330+ market participants in our Market on Close assessment process, we keep you informed on every market shift. By leveraging our data, you can seize new opportunities in the fuels and refining sectors, fueling success in an ever-evolving energy landscape.
Our Impact, by the Numbers
Product Features
Monitor dynamic commodity markets with extensive price data, so you can confidently negotiate contracts, manage risk, and develop your trade and investment strategies.
Professionals across the industry trust our data every day.
Access Prices for Precise Actions
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Daily Spot Market Price Assessments
Platts publishes daily price assessments that serve as the foundation for your contracts, providing you with the flexibility to capitalize on market fluctuations and negotiate with confidence.
Every day, traders, refiners and producers rely on our prices globally to navigate market trends, inform pricing decisions, and mitigate risks in volatile commodity markets.
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Unlock Full Price History
With access to our comprehensive Fuels & Refining Market Data, gain full price history so you can dive into historical price trends, analyze market patterns, and strategize your next moves to stay ahead of the competition.
Our data can be delivered how it best suits your systems, whether it’s via desktop or mobile through Platts Connect, cloud services, data feed or API solutions.
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The Markets We Cover
We have extensive market coverage with >1,000 refined products price assessments across the U.S., LatAm, EMEA and APAC markets.
- LPG and NGL
- Gasoline and Blendstocks
- Naphtha
- Jet fuel and SAF
- Gasoil, Heating oil
- Diesel (ULSD)
- Fuel Oil
- Marine fuel (Bunker fuel)
- Feedstocks
- Lubricants, Bitumen, Base oils
- Carbon Intensity
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Methodology
We are widely trusted in the global market for the independent, unbiased Platts assessment process. We gather transparent, high-quality data from a diverse range of market participants, applying rigorous quality control measures, and adhering to strict editorial guidelines and IOSCO principles.
Platts Price Benchmarks & Key Assessments
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North America
We are well established in assessing the North American market. Our leading Platts price benchmarks include:
- U.S. refined products
- U.S. fuel oil
- U.S. LPG
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Latin America
The Latin America market has significant growth potential, where our coverage is continually expanding. Our leading Platts price benchmarks include:
- Brazilian refined products
- Import Parity Prices in Brazil, Peru and Colombia
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Europe & Africa
Prices from the established markets in Europe are used throughout the continent as well as much of Africa. Our leading Platts price benchmarks include:
- CIF NWE refined products cargoes
- FOB ARA refined products barges
- Mediterranean refined products cargoes
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Asia & Middle East
Our benchmarks span not only the key Asian trading hub of Singapore but also the major producing hub of the Middle East and growing consumer markets elsewhere in Asia. Our leading Platts price benchmarks include:
- MOPS (FOB Singapore) refined products
- MOPJ Naphtha
- MOPAG refined products
- MOPFUJ Fujairah refined products
Real-Time Price Discovery
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Platts eWindow Market Data
Platts eWindow Market Data brings an immediacy to Platts price discovery process that can’t be experienced anywhere else. Providing real-time trading information, with an at-a-glance view of all named bids, offers and transaction data shared during the Platts Market on Close (MOC) price assessment process.
Markets in Focus
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Carbon Intensity
Platts publishes a suite of calculations that estimate the carbon intensity of refined oil products through the production process, helping you to understand the costs associated with the carbon emissions.
By tracking carbon intensity alongside traditional metrics such as price and quality, you can assess the environmental footprint of your operations, comply with regulations, and meet sustainability targets.
Our Coverage:
- Daily assessments of the carbon intensity of gasoline, diesel and jet fuel in the key hubs of US Gulf Coast, Northwest Europe and Singapore.
- Daily assessments of the carbon intensity of gasoline, diesel and jet fuel in the key hubs of US Gulf Coast, Northwest Europe and Singapore.
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Jet Fuel & Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)
Understanding the pricing dynamics of SAF alongside traditional jet fuel allows airlines to assess the economic feasibility of transitioning to SAF, manage operational costs effectively, and make informed decisions regarding fuel procurement strategies.
Our Coverage:
- Established price benchmarks for jet fuel in all of the world’s important markets
- Market-based pricing for the emerging SAF markets
- Additional pricing for SAF based on the cost of production
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LPG & NGL
LPG, consisting mainly of propane and butane, serves as a versatile fuel for heating, cooking, and transportation. Propane, butane and other NGLs like ethane are also vital feedstocks for petrochemical production.
As the market for these products evolves, the pricing of LPG and NGLs becomes essential for stakeholders such as producers, distributors, and consumers. The fluctuating prices of these commodities impact industries ranging from residential heating to petrochemical manufacturing.
Our Coverage:
- Daily assessments of all major LPG markets, including US (onshore and export), Latin America, Northwest Europe, Mediterranean, Middle East, Singapore and North Asia.
- Assessments of LPG freight on key global routes
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Biopropane & Bionaphtha
The emergence of biopropane and bionaphtha as renewable alternatives in the energy landscape highlights the need for pricing transparency alongside their traditional counterparts.
Biopropane, derived from renewable sources such as biomass or waste feedstocks, serves as a sustainable substitute for conventional propane, offering lower carbon emissions. Similarly, bionaphtha, a renewable alternative to petroleum-based naphtha, finds applications in the production of biofuels and chemicals.
Our Coverage:
- Daily market-based assessments of both biopropane and bionaphtha in Northwest Europe
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Methodology
S&P Global Commodity Insights methodologies bring consistency and robustness to our price assessments through principles and parameters that guide our market specialists at every stage of the process.
Why Choose Us?
Unparalleled Experience
For 100+ years, we've delivered Platts price assessments for physical and forward markets. Customers count on us for news, pricing, and analytics, ensuring transparent, efficient markets for confident decisions.
Benchmark Prices
With 250+ Platts benchmarks, we're the industry standard for pricing negotiations and contracts. Our proven credibility in market transparency spans established and emerging markets.
Robust Methodology
Our robust methodology guarantees data integrity with stringent quality controls, diverse sources, and adherence to strict guidelines and IOSCO principles. We openly publish methodologies and price assessments to foster trust.
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Gain access to our essential intelligence direct and from multiple providers – from the established to the cutting edge – all via multiple platforms that can give you a decisive edge in today's global markets.
Pricing Experts
Globally, our extensive pricing experts, dedicated to each commodity ensure that pricing and methodology accuracy and that reflect the nuances and complexities of the markets, offering invaluable insights to clients.
Independent Source
Platts offers an independent and unbiased view. Our commitment to impartiality ensures that our assessments and insights are trusted by market participants.
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