'm going to make a prediction that VLO and MPC will see their bottom stock price today and reverse direction tomorrow, Friday. If I'm wrong, I'll probably deny it and delete all evidence.
Keep in mind that there is a good reason why I don't trade. I'm actually more comfortable on where these stocks will be in early 2026. A few refineries will close next year (as announced) and low crack spreads may encourage others to cease operations. US fuel demand should hold as low prices and new policies may encourage continued use of internal combustion vehicles.
As long as these two stocks continue paying their dividends, I'm okay waiting. I realize that not everyone can wait, especially as major expenses (house, college, happy wife) become due.
Of course, i may be completely wrong, and these stocks may leave me poorer and embarrassed. I guess we'll see. Good luck to all.
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