Sunoco LP Issues Strong 2026 Guidance, Targets 5% Distribution Growth and $3.1B-$3.3B Adjusted EBITDA

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Sunoco LP announced its 2026 business outlook, projecting Adjusted EBITDA between $3.1 billion and $3.3 billion, alongside plans for significant capital expenditures and a target of at least 5% distribution growth.

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• 2026 Adjusted EBITDA Guidance

  Sunoco LP projects full-year 2026 Adjusted EBITDA to be in the range of $3.1 billion to $3.3 billion.

• Distribution Growth Target

  The Partnership targets a distribution growth rate of at least 5% for 2026, with expectations for future quarterly increases.

• Capital Expenditure Plans

  The company plans at least $600 million in growth capital expenditures and $400 million to $450 million in maintenance capital expenditures.

• Acquisition Strategy

  Sunoco anticipates at least $500 million annually in bolt-on acquisitions as part of its multi-year growth path, including the closing of the TanQuid acquisition in Q1 2026.

auto_awesomeAnalysis · SUN · Energy & Transportation

The 2026 guidance provides a comprehensive and positive outlook for Sunoco LP, highlighting robust financial targets and strategic growth initiatives. The projected Adjusted EBITDA range of $3.1 billion to $3.3 billion, coupled with a commitment to at least 5% distribution growth and a ninth consecutive year of increasing Distributable Cash Flow per Common Unit, signals strong operational performance and shareholder returns. The company's plans for at least $600 million in growth capital expenditures and $500 million in annual bolt-on acquisitions underscore its focus on expanding its energy infrastructure and fuel distribution network. Additionally, the expectation to return to a long-term leverage target of 4 times in 2026 indicates a healthy financial strategy.