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Sunoco LP

Fundamental data last updated:August 19, 2026

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company profile

SECTOR

Energy

industry

Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing

Exchange

NYSE

County of HQ

US

Next Earnings Date

Pending Announcement

Business Summary

Sunoco LP, together with its subsidiaries, distributes and retails motor fuels in the United States. It operates in two segments, Fuel Distribution and Marketing, and All Other. The Fuel Distribution and Marketing segment purchases motor fuel from independent refiners and oil companies and supplies it to independently operated dealer stations, distributors and other consumer of motor fuel, and partnership operated stations, as well as to commission agent locations. The All Other segment operates retail stores that offer motor fuel, merchandise, foodservice, and other services that include credit card processing, car washes, lottery, automated teller machines, money orders, prepaid phone cards, and wireless services. It also leases and subleases real estate properties; and operates terminal facilities on the Hawaiian Islands. As of December 31, 2021, the company operated 78 retail stores in Hawaii and New Jersey. Sunoco GP LLC serves as the general partner of the company. The company was formerly known as Susser Petroleum Partners LP and changed its name to Sunoco LP in October 2014. Sunoco LP was founded in 1886 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.

 


VALUATION

P/E

10.24

Market Cap ($M USD)

$8.93B

Forward P/E

8.94

PEG

0.62

PRICE TO SALES

0.29

PRICE TO BOOK

3.46

EV / EBITDA

3.83

5-Year Average P/E

Free Cash Flow Yield

9.35%

DCF Value

$98.51

Graham Number

$52.12

Price to FCF

10.70

EV to FCF

11.63

Earnings Yield

9.77%

FCF Yield

9.35%

DIVIDEND

Yield

5.74%

Annual Payout

$3.75

Payout Ratio

78.60%

Consecutive Years of Dividend Growth

5-Year Dividend Growth Rate

Financial Health & Profitability

Earnings Per Share

$6.38

Next Year EPS Growth Estimate

$7.31

Next Year Revenue Growth Estimate

$43.09B

Return on Equity (ROE)

17.28%

FREE CASH FLOW

Operating Margin

5.05%

Debt-to-Equity

2.01

Piotroski F-Score

6

Altman Z-Score

1.53

Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)

6.11%

Current Ratio

1.40

Quick Ratio

0.92

Net Debt to EBITDA

0.31

Interest Coverage

2.50

Gross Profit margin

10.44%

FCF PER SHARE

$6.10

REVENUE PER SHARE

$224.36

Gainseekers Quantitative Analysis

Summary

Sunoco LP’s valuation presents a compelling opportunity for deep value investors. The stock has traded significantly below its DCF value, suggesting a potential mispricing by the market. With a Forward P/E of 9.16 and an Earnings Yield of 9.11%, the company appears attractively valued, especially in the context of its robust earnings growth forecast. However, the Altman Z-score of 1.52 raises concerns about financial distress risk, indicating that while the stock may be undervalued, it carries a degree of caution regarding its long-term solvency.

AI Exposure / Tech Reliance

Operating in the Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing industry, Sunoco LP's exposure to AI and tech advancements is limited. The sector's traditional nature means that while AI can optimize operations, the core business remains largely unchanged. However, any tech-driven efficiencies could enhance margins and operational resilience.

The Bull Case

For value investors, Sunoco LP offers a tantalizing mix of strong fundamentals and attractive valuation. The ROIC of 5.90% and a Piotroski F-Score of 6 suggest efficient capital allocation and financial health. The FCF Yield, although modest, indicates some level of cash flow generation, while the operating margin of 4.87% reflects decent pricing power. These metrics collectively paint a picture of a company that, despite industry challenges, manages its resources effectively.

The Bear Case

Despite its strengths, Sunoco LP faces significant structural risks. The Price/Book ratio of 3.54 and Price/Sales ratio of 0.30 suggest that the stock may be overvalued relative to its book value and sales. Additionally, the proximity to its 52-week high indicates potential technical overextension. The Altman Z-score further underscores financial vulnerability, making it a risky bet for those wary of balance sheet instability.

Market Sentiment & Smart Money

Short Interest %

Analyst Consensus

Hold

Average Analyst Price Target

$74.50

Institutional Ownership %

1-Year Beta

0.47

Insider Buying % (6 Mo)

Distance to 52-Week High

11.51%

Distance to 52-Week Low

26.59%

EARNINGS SURPRISE %

66.67%

50-DAY SMA

$66.89

200-DAY SMA

$57.76

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