MUR
Murphy Oil Corporation · Energy · Oil & Gas Exploration & Production
Last
$33.15
+$1.26 (+3.94%) 4:00 PM ET
After hours $32.80 −$0.35 (−1.04%) 8:51 PM ET
Prev close $31.89
Open $32.41
Day high $33.15
Day low $31.82
Volume 2,176,378
Avg vol 2,486,564
Mkt cap
$4.73B
P/E ratio
33.15
FY Revenue
$2.75B
EPS
1.00
Gross Margin
100.00%
Sector
Energy
AI report sections
MUR
Murphy Oil Corporation
Murphy Oil Corporation demonstrates strong short-term and medium-term bullish momentum supported by robust technical breakouts and above-average trading volume. However, historical returns remain negative over the past year and cash flow metrics are under pressure. While valuation appears attractive on a price-to-book and PEG basis, analyst sentiment is cautious and short interest is elevated, indicating ongoing market skepticism despite recent operational improvements.
AI summarized at 4:06 PM ET, 2025-11-14
AI summary scores
INTRADAY: 79 SWING: 74 LONG: 58
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+54% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 1.54×
RSI
48.42 (Neutral)
Neutral (40–60)
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.02 (Strong)
MACD: 0.05 Signal: 0.03
Short-Term
-0.11 (Weak)
MACD: 0.14 Signal: 0.26
Long-Term
-0.03 (Weak)
MACD: 0.23 Signal: 0.26
Intraday trend score 80.26

Latest news

MUR 12 articles Positive: 2 Neutral: 3 Negative: 0
Neutral The Motley Fool • Eric Volkman
Why Murphy Oil Stock Flew Nearly 8% Higher Today

Murphy Oil's stock rose nearly 8% after two analysts raised price targets, with Wells Fargo and Bank of Nova Scotia both increasing their fair-value assessments while maintaining neutral recommendations.

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Sentiment note

Analysts raised price targets from $26 to $28-$30 but maintained hold/neutral recommendations, indicating cautious optimism about potential Q3 operational and financial results

Neutral The Motley Fool • Na
Murphy Oil (MUR) Q2 EPS Jumps 42%

Murphy Oil reported mixed Q2 2025 financial results with adjusted EPS beating expectations but revenue declining due to weaker oil prices. Production exceeded guidance, and the company maintained its capital expenditure outlook while increasing dividends.

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Sentiment note

Despite beating EPS estimates and strong production, the company experienced significant revenue and net income declines, reflecting challenging market conditions. Operational performance was solid, but financial results were impacted by lower oil prices.

Positive The Motley Fool • Rick Orford
3 Highest-Yielding Dividend Stocks to Buy

The Motley Fool, a financial services company, is dedicated to making the world smarter, happier, and richer. They reach millions of people through their premium investing solutions, free guidance, market analysis, personal finance education, top-rated podcasts, and non-profit foundation.

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Sentiment note

The article mentions Murphy Oil as one of the companies recommended by The Motley Fool, indicating a positive sentiment towards the stock.

Positive Benzinga • Lekha Gupta
Murphy Oil Expands Operations with $125M Vessel Purchase: Details

Murphy Oil has acquired a floating production storage and offloading vessel (FPSO) from BW Offshore for $125 million, which is expected to reduce operating costs by $60 million annually with a two-year payback.

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Sentiment note

The acquisition of the FPSO is expected to significantly reduce operating costs and enhance returns for future development and exploration, indicating a positive outlook for the company.

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • Researchandmarkets.Com
Deepwater and Ultra-Deepwater Exploration and Production Industry Assessment 2020-2030 - A $96+ Billion Opportunity with BP, Chevron, and Shell Leading the Competition

The global deepwater and ultra-deepwater exploration and production market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.87% from 2020-2023, reaching $96.27 billion by 2030. This growth is driven by increasing energy demand, depletion of conventional resources, and advancements in drilling technology.

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Sentiment note

Murphy Oil is included in the list of companies analyzed, but it is not identified as a leading company in the industry.

Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
TotalEnergies (TTE) to Sell West of Shetland Assets to Prax Group

TotalEnergies (TTE) inks a deal to sell its entire interest in West of Shetland assets. This move is in line with TTE's strategy to actively manage its portfolio by monetizing mature assets.

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Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
Occidental (OXY) Q1 Earnings Surpass, Revenues Lag Estimates

Occidental's (OXY) first-quarter earnings are better than expected. Total production volumes are within guidance.

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Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
Plains All American (PAA) Q1 Earnings Top Estimates, Sales Lag

Plains All American's (PAA) first-quarter earnings remain flat year over year, while revenues decrease. Total costs and expenses reduce during the same period.

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Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
Murphy Oil (MUR) Q1 Earnings and Revenues Surpass Estimates

Murphy Oil's (MUR) first-quarter earnings are better than expected. Strong contribution from onshore assets boosts production volumes.

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Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
Murphy Oil (MUR) Q1 Earnings and Revenues Beat Estimates

Murphy Oil (MUR) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 3.66% and 9.06%, respectively, for the quarter ended March 2024. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

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Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
ONEOK (OKE) Q1 Earnings & Revenues Fall Shy of Estimates

ONEOK's (OKE) first-quarter 2024 earnings decrease year over year, while revenues increase. Adjusted EBITDA declines during the same period.

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Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
Murphy Oil (MUR) to Report Q1 Earnings: What's in the Offing?

Murphy Oil's (MUR) first-quarter earnings are likely to have benefited from fixed price natural gas contracts, share repurchases and debt-reduction initiatives.

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