Earnings call transcript: Phillips 66 tops Q3 2026 EPS forecast as cash flow jumps

Phillips 66 reported Q3 2026 adjusted earnings of $14.08 a share, surpassing expectations of $11.84 a share. Revenue fell short of forecasts at $42.6 billion, down from the estimated $45.06 billion. Operating cash flow reached $7.3 billion, with total debt at $18.5 billion, down $2 billion from the previous quarter. Management highlighted strong performance across refining, midstream, and chemicals, aided by high plant utilization, disciplined capital spending, and favorable market conditions.

The company delivered "exceptional financial results" while maintaining strong profit margins and advancing debt reduction. Shareholder returns included $2.8 billion in dividends and buybacks. Phillips 66's shares rose 1.28% to $271.96 in premarket trading, near the top of its 52-week range.