The Fuel Oil and Liquid Petroleum Gas Dealer (Fuel Dealer) Industry in the US Includes About 10,...
DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c74399) has announced the addition of Fuel Oil and LP Gas Dealers - Industry Analysis to their offering.
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Executive Summary
Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter:
The fuel oil and liquid petroleum gas dealer (fuel dealer) industry includes about 10,000 companies with combined annual revenue of $20 billion. Major companies include Amerigas, Ferrellgas, and Star Gas Partners. The industry is fragmented and regional: the top 50 companies hold less than 40 percent of sales.
The majority of liquid petroleum gas dealers described in this profile are propane dealers, and LP gas refers to liquid propane gas. Major uses for LP gas include heating, powering large vehicles, and drying crops. Uses of fuel oil include space heating, water heating, cooking, and grilling.
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural heating needs drive demand. The profitability of individual companies depends on efficient operations, low-cost purchasing, and competitive pricing. Large companies have advantages in purchasing, finance, and distribution. Small companies can compete effectively by serving a local market, offering unique products, or providing special services. Average annual revenue per worker is about $250,000.
Fuel dealers compete with suppliers of other energy sources, including electricity and natural gas. The increased availability of natural gas has resulted in stagnant and declining markets for LP gas and fuel oil as home heating sources. In addition, companies may compete with farm cooperatives that sell energy to members.
PRODUCTS, OPERATIONS & TECHNOLOGY
Major products sold include fuel oil (40 percent of industry sales); LP gas (40 percent); and auto fuel (10 percent). Fuel oil includes various grades ...
Content Outline:
Industry Overview
Quarterly Industry Update
Business Challenges
Trends AND Opportunities
Call Preparation Questions
Financial Information
Industry Forecast
Website and Media Links
Glossary of Acronyms
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Source: First Research
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