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The article explores the complex dynamics of refining margins, supply chain resilience, and asset valuation in the global oil sector, focusing on Saudi Aramco and Petro Rabigh. It examines how price spreads between crude oil and refined products like diesel affect corporate earnings. While Aramco's downstream segment reported a near-doubling of adjusted earnings, regional operational performance varies depending on maintenance schedules, feedstock delivery, and product distribution logistics.
