Murphy Oil Corporation · Energy · Oil & Gas Exploration & Production
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$36.61
−$2.63 (−6.71%) 1:44 PM ET
Prev closePrevC$39.24
OpenOpen$37.05
Day highHigh$37.05
Day lowLow$35.35
VolumeVol1,285,522
Avg volAvgVol2,957,388
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Mkt cap
$5.63B
P/E ratio
50.84
FY Revenue
$2.69B
EPS
0.72
Gross Margin
100.00%
Sector
Energy
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MUR
Murphy Oil Corporation
Murphy Oil Corp. is exhibiting strong upward price momentum near its 52-week high supported by bullish technical signals, while intraday activity has been accompanied by below-average volume. Fundamentally, the company generates positive free cash flow and maintains moderate leverage but faces pressure from declining earnings, soft revenue growth, and modest profitability ratios. Valuation appears demanding on earnings and free cash flow metrics even as enterprise-value-based multiples and dividend yield look more moderate, and short interest is elevated enough to signal non-trivial downside or squeeze risk.
AI summarized at 8:17 PM ET, 2026-03-25
AI summary scores
INTRADAY:63SWING:76LONG:48
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+36% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 1.36×
RSI
53.27(Neutral)
Neutral (40–60)
0255075100
MACD momentum
Intraday
-0.00 (Weak)
MACD: 0.06 Signal: 0.07
Short-Term
-0.49 (Weak)
MACD: 0.72 Signal: 1.21
Long-Term
-0.32 (Weak)
MACD: 2.04 Signal: 2.36
Intraday trend score
55.48
LOW31.98HIGH55.48
Latest news
MUR•12 articles•Positive: 3Neutral: 3Negative: 0
PositiveBenzinga• Piero Cingari
Trump Promised $2 Gas. It's Now $4 And These 5 Stocks Are Cashing In
Gas prices have surged to $3.98/gallon, nearly double Trump's $2 promise, due to the Iran war. Diesel has jumped 43% to $5.38 nationally and over $7 in California. Consumer sentiment has declined sharply as inflation expectations rise. Energy companies and refiners are posting strong gains, with SM Energy up 44% and PBF Energy up 40% month-to-date, benefiting from wider profit margins.
SMPBFMURDINOgas pricesinflationenergy stocksIran war
Sentiment note
Up 28% month-to-date, benefiting from elevated crude prices and energy sector strength amid geopolitical tensions.
NeutralThe 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.
Analysts raised price targets from $26 to $28-$30 but maintained hold/neutral recommendations, indicating cautious optimism about potential Q3 operational and financial results
NeutralThe 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.
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.
PositiveThe 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.
The article mentions Murphy Oil as one of the companies recommended by The Motley Fool, indicating a positive sentiment towards the stock.
PositiveBenzinga• 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.
MURBWOFYCCNREBITMurphy OilBW OffshoreFPSOCascade and Chinook fields
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.
NeutralGlobeNewswire 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.
Murphy Oil is included in the list of companies analyzed, but it is not identified as a leading company in the industry.
UnknownZacks 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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UnknownZacks 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.
DVNOXYCNXMUR
UnknownZacks 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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UnknownZacks 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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UnknownZacks 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?
MURCHRD
UnknownZacks 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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