Murphy Oil Corporation MUR
- Market cap
- $5.1B
- P/E
- 17.7×
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Free account| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | |
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| 14.30 | 22.21 | 21.51 | 17.04 | 4.50 | 11.66 | 25.97 | 32.80 | 27.75 | 18.95 |
Analyst estimates 2026–2028 Powerpack |
Low Price
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| 37.48 | 32.62 | 36.53 | 31.13 | 28.12 | 31.00 | 51.29 | 48.47 | 49.14 | 34.52 |
High Price
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| 1,294 | 1,128 | 1,108 | 822 | 675 | 696 | 691 | 725 | 750 | 813 |
Employees
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| 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 3 |
Revenue/Emp
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| 1,811 | 1,444 | 1,791 | 2,829 | 1,967 | 2,299 | 3,933 | 3,460 | 3,028 | 2,719 |
Revenue
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| 100.00% | 100.00% | 100.00% | 100.00% | 100.00% | 100.00% | 95.63% | 98.51% | 99.90% | 100.00% |
Gross Margin
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| (493) | (283) | 43 | 203 | (1,549) | 43 | 1,450 | 921 | 568 | 183 |
EBT
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| (27.23%) | (19.59%) | 2.40% | 7.19% | (78.74%) | 1.87% | 36.88% | 26.62% | 18.74% | 6.73% |
EBT Margin
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| (276) | (312) | 419 | 1,253 | (1,262) | 48 | 1,139 | 724 | 486 | 139 |
Net Income
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| 1,101 | 814 | 816 | 1,176 | 1,014 | 814 | 790 | 873 | 875 | 989 |
Depreciation
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| 10.52 | 8.37 | 10.36 | 17.25 | 12.82 | 14.90 | 25.33 | 22.29 | 20.19 | 19.00 |
Revenue/Sh
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| (1.60) | (1.81) | 2.38 | 7.01 | (7.48) | (0.48) | 6.22 | 4.26 | 2.71 | 0.73 |
Earnings/Sh
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| 3.49 | 3.56 | 4.33 | 9.08 | 5.23 | 9.22 | 14.04 | 11.27 | 11.53 | 8.72 |
Cash Flow/Sh
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| 1.33 | (4.87) | (10.43) | (15.47) | (5.60) | (2.71) | (7.15) | (6.43) | (6.05) | (7.19) |
Capex/Sh
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| 4.81 | (1.32) | (6.10) | (6.39) | (0.37) | 6.51 | 6.90 | 4.83 | 5.47 | 1.53 |
Free CF/Sh
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| 28.56 | 26.78 | 30.05 | 35.40 | 28.63 | 28.00 | 33.16 | 35.75 | 35.61 | 36.59 |
Book Value/Sh
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| 172 | 173 | 173 | 164 | 154 | 154 | 155 | 155 | 150 | 143 |
Shares
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| 0.00 | 0.00 | 9.87 | 3.77 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 6.54 | 10.04 | 11.17 | 42.81 |
PE Ratio
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| 3.01 | 3.84 | 2.26 | 1.55 | 0.94 | 1.75 | 1.60 | 1.92 | 1.50 | 1.65 |
PS Ratio
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| 1.11 | 1.20 | 0.78 | 0.76 | 0.42 | 0.93 | 1.22 | 1.20 | 0.85 | 0.85 |
PB Ratio
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| 4.18 | 5.19 | 3.79 | 2.47 | 2.36 | 2.60 | 1.94 | 2.21 | 1.78 | 2.02 |
EV/Sales
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| 9.13 | (33.01) | (6.44) | (6.67) | (82.38) | 5.95 | 7.13 | 10.20 | 6.57 | 25.04 |
EV/FCF
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| 601 | 613 | 749 | 1,489 | 803 | 1,422 | 2,180 | 1,749 | 1,729 | 1,248 |
Op' Cash Flow
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| 228 | (841) | (1,805) | (2,536) | (859) | (418) | (1,109) | (999) | (908) | (1,029) |
Capex
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| 829 | (227) | (1,055) | (1,047) | (56) | 1,004 | 1,071 | 750 | 821 | 219 |
FCF
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| 57 | 537 | 34 | 32 | 284 | (283) | (286) | (94) | (158) | (246) |
Working Cap'
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| 2,993 | 2,916 | 3,110 | 2,895 | 3,092 | 2,466 | 1,823 | 1,329 | 1,275 | 1,385 |
Total Debt
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| 2,120 | 1,951 | 2,750 | 2,589 | 2,781 | 1,945 | 1,331 | 1,012 | 852 | 1,008 |
Net Debt
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| 4,917 | 4,620 | 5,198 | 5,805 | 4,394 | 4,321 | 5,149 | 5,550 | 5,342 | 5,237 |
Sh' Equity
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| (2.53%) | (3.09%) | 3.93% | 10.10% | (10.28%) | (0.70%) | 9.36% | 6.59% | 4.19% | 1.07% |
ROA
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| (3.45%) | (0.25%) | 1.70% | 3.32% | (11.87%) | 2.81% | 15.30% | 9.93% | 6.08% | 3.01% |
ROIC
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| (5.40%) | (6.54%) | 8.37% | 20.90% | (22.53%) | (1.69%) | 20.38% | 12.37% | 7.48% | 1.97% |
ROE
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Murphy Oil Corporation (MUR) key facts
- Murphy Oil Corporation (MUR) is an Oil & Gas E&P company in the Energy sector, listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
- Murphy Oil Corporation’s revenue for fiscal 2025 (year ended December 2025) was $2.7 billion, down 10.2% from fiscal 2024.
- Net income was $138.8 million, or $0.73 per share (basic), a net margin of 3.83%.
- As of September 25, 2026, MUR traded at $36.33, a market capitalization of $5.1 billion.
- At that price the stock trades at 17.7× trailing-twelve-month earnings and 1.7× sales.
- Murphy Oil Corporation pays an annual dividend of $1.10 per share, a yield of 3.08%, with a payout ratio of 16.2%.
- Return on equity was 1.97% and debt-to-equity 0.29.
Murphy Oil Corporation (MUR) Latest News
4 Sep
Murphy Oil struck major oil reserves, driving a tenfold surge in profits. Oil discovery and tenfold profit growth signal major strategic gains that can shift company trajectory.
16 Aug
Murphy Oil latest update draws closer investor scrutiny. Update prompts investor attention without major strategic shifts indicated.
14 Aug
Murphy Oil's Q2 earnings call drew analyst questions on production targets, cost management, asset development, and energy market dynamics. Earnings call questions highlight investor focus areas that may influence near-term performance expectations.
12 Aug
Murphy Oil (MUR) released its Q2 2026 earnings call transcript covering financial results, operations and outlook. Earnings call supplies updated metrics and guidance that can shift near-term investor sentiment and valuation.
11 Aug
WTI crude faces buying questions as relative value collides with Murphy Oil's balance-sheet risks, weighing potential investment merits against financial vulnerabilities at the energy firm. Balance-sheet risks at Murphy Oil intersect with WTI valuations and could moderately sway investor views on the company's trajectory.
8 Aug
Murphy Oil Q2 earnings call highlights financial results, operational updates and forward outlook for the company. Quarterly earnings details typically influence near-term sentiment and valuation without major strategic shifts.
6 Aug
Murphy Oil Corp highlighted strategic investments in Bubal during its Q2 2026 earnings call. Strategic investments in Bubal represent major moves likely to significantly alter company trajectory and investor sentiment.
Murphy Oil discovered Bubale oil offshore Côte D’Ivoire and plans higher spending. Oil discovery offshore Côte D’Ivoire adds reserves and supports Murphy Oil growth via higher spending.
Murphy Oil Corporation discussed its financial results and operations for the second quarter of 2026 during its earnings call. Q2 2026 earnings call provides updates on financial performance and future outlook for Murphy Oil.
5 Aug
Murphy Oil reported sales exceeding analyst expectations for Q2 CY2026. Better-than-expected quarterly sales provide moderate positive signal for revenue trends and near-term market reaction.
Murphy Oil Corporation releases quarterly stockholder update covering company performance and operations. Quarterly updates deliver performance metrics that can shift investor views on MUR stock.
Murphy Oil Corporation reported second quarter earnings including revenue, net income, production volumes and operational highlights. Quarterly results deliver key financial metrics that can shift near-term investor views without altering long-term strategy.
4 Aug
Murphy Oil is set to release its Q2 earnings, with attention focused on potential effects to stock performance. Q2 earnings release directly informs on financial results and can shift near-term investor views.
29 Jul
Murphy Oil earnings expected to grow ahead of next week's release. Earnings growth expectations may moderately affect Murphy Oil financial performance outlook and investor sentiment.
7 Jul
Murphy Oil's oil discovery in Côte D’Ivoire indicates the company may be 24% undervalued. Côte D’Ivoire oil discovery substantially boosts Murphy Oil asset base and long-term growth outlook.
6 Jul
Murphy Oil Corporation announced an oil discovery at the Bubale-1X exploration well. Oil discovery at Bubale-1X boosts Murphy Oil reserves and future production outlook.
24 Jun
Murphy Oil Corporation discovered oil in an offshore block in Cote d'Ivoire, adding new resources to its portfolio. Offshore discovery directly expands Murphy Oil reserves and production outlook.
23 Jun
Murphy Oil discovers oil at Bubale-1X well offshore Côte d’Ivoire. Oil discovery at Bubale-1X well boosts Murphy Oil reserves and future production outlook.
22 Jun
Murphy Oil Corporation announces oil discovery at Bubale-1X offshore Côte d'Ivoire. Oil discovery adds reserves and production potential for Murphy Oil.
12 Jun
Analysts upgrade Murphy Oil (MUR) citing boosted cash flow from soaring crude prices. Soaring crude prices directly lift Murphy Oil cash flows and trigger analyst upgrades that can shift stock trajectory.
4 Jun
KeyBanc states Murphy Oil is positioned for cash flow uplift from sustained high oil prices. High oil prices directly improve Murphy Oil cash generation and investor outlook.
18 May
Murphy Oil earnings estimates are rising, pointing to a potential buy opportunity for the stock. Higher earnings estimates can lift near-term investor sentiment and support stock price performance.
15 May
Murphy Oil Corporation (NYSE:MUR) faces earnings troubles that may signal larger underlying issues for shareholders. Earnings troubles point to potential broader financial and operational challenges with moderate impact on performance.
12 May
Murphy Oil Corporation released highlights from its Q1 earnings call, covering financial results, operational updates, production guidance, and outlook amid volatile oil markets. Q1 earnings call highlights detail financial performance, production volumes, and strategic guidance that significantly influence stock valuation and investor expectations.
7 May
Murphy Oil (MUR) Q1 2026 earnings call transcript released, detailing quarterly financial results, operational updates, and management commentary on performance and outlook. Q1 2026 earnings transcript discloses financial metrics, production updates, and guidance that drive significant shifts in investor sentiment and stock performance.
Murphy Oil Corporation's Q1 earnings and sales beat analyst estimates, driven by improved realized prices. Q1 earnings and sales exceeding estimates on higher realized prices significantly boosts financial results and investor sentiment.
Murphy Oil Corporation released Q1 2026 earnings call summary covering financial results, production updates, and forward guidance. Quarterly earnings summaries deliver key financial metrics and strategic outlook that drive substantial shifts in investor sentiment and stock valuation.
6 May
Murphy Oil (MUR) Q1 earnings highlight key metrics compared to estimates, assessing production, revenue, EPS, and guidance against analyst expectations. Q1 earnings metrics versus estimates can significantly sway stock price, investor confidence, and future performance outlook.
Murphy Oil (NYSE:MUR) reported strong Q1 CY2026 results. Strong Q1 results signal robust financial performance, likely boosting stock price and investor sentiment significantly.
Murphy Oil Corporation reported first-quarter earnings and revenues that exceeded analyst estimates. Beating Q1 earnings estimates highlights strong financial results, likely driving positive investor sentiment and stock performance.