Murphy Oil Corporation (MUR)

Currency in USD
38.22
+0.58(+1.54%)
Closed·
37.41-0.81(-2.12%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
37.2038.42
52 wk Range
20.1643.34
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
38.22
Open
37.5
Day's Range
37.2-38.42
52 wk Range
20.16-43.34
Volume
1.81M
Average Vol. (3m)
2.74M
1-Year Change
89.9602%
Book Value / Share
35.86
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
40.39
Upside
+5.67%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
Net income is expected to grow this year

Murphy Oil Corporation News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Neutral
Technical Indicators
Strong Buy
Moving Averages
Sell

Murphy Oil Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, operates as an oil and gas exploration and production company in the United States, Canada, and internationally. It explores for and produces crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids. Murphy Oil Corporation was formerly known as Murphy Corporation and changed its name to Murphy Oil Corporation in 1964. The company was incorporated in 1950 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

Industry
Oil & Gas
Sector
Energy
Employees
813

Murphy Oil Corporation SWOT Analysis


Analyst Perspectives
Discover varied analyst views on Murphy Oil, with price targets ranging from $22 to $37, reflecting a mix of caution and optimism about the company's future
Vietnam Prospects
Uncover the potential of Murphy Oil's Vietnam exploration activities as a catalyst for high-margin oil growth and improved financial outlook
Financial Resilience
Delve into Murphy Oil's robust free cash flow and dividend yield, juxtaposed with concerns over increased capital expenditure in a volatile market environment
Operational Hurdles
Explore Murphy Oil's challenges in the Gulf of Mexico and their impact on investor confidence, balanced against potential growth in Eagle Ford Shale operations
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Murphy Oil Corporation Earnings Call Summary for Q4/2025

  • Murphy Oil reported Q4 2025 EPS of $0.14, beating expectations by 800%, while revenue fell short at $613.08M; stock declined 2.29% after hours.
  • The company reduced lease operating expenses by 20% year-over-year and maintained reserves at approximately 700 million barrels with 103% replacement.
  • Net production is projected to decrease to 171,000 BOE/day in 2026 from 182,000 BOE/day in 2025, with capital spending reductions planned.
  • CEO Eric Hambly announced plans to flex capital spending by up to 40% in 2027, focusing on Vietnam exploration to surpass Eagle Ford operations by 2030s.
  • Future guidance includes low single-digit oil production growth and Vietnam production target of 30,000-50,000 BOE/day by early 2030s.
Last Updated: 02/03/2026, 05:39 AM
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P/E Ratio
52.8x13.4x6.9x
PEG Ratio
−0.720.480.00
Price / Book
1.1x1.2x1.1x
Price / LTM Sales
2.0x1.5x1.5x
Upside (Analyst Target)
2.0%24.1%16.3%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

3 Buy
13 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
17 analysts
Overall Consensus
Neutral

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 40.39
(+5.67% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
UBS
Hold44.00+15.12%43.00MaintainApr 15, 2026
Morgan Stanley
Sell37.00-3.19%25.00MaintainMar 30, 2026
Wells Fargo
Hold38.00-0.58%32.00MaintainMar 26, 2026
Johnson Rice
Buy63.00+64.84%-UpgradeMar 25, 2026
Barclays
Hold33.00-13.66%29.00UpgradeMar 13, 2026

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 0.72%
Dividend Yield
3.72%
Industry Median 3.59%
Annualized Payout
1.40
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+15.77%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Jan 28, 2026
EPS / Forecast
0.14 / -0.02
Revenue / Forecast
613.08M / 641.15M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

MUR Income Statement

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FAQ

What Is the Murphy Oil (MUR) Stock Price Today?

The Murphy Oil stock price today is 38.22 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Murphy Oil Trade On?

Murphy Oil is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Murphy Oil?

The stock symbol for Murphy Oil is "MUR."

Does Murphy Oil Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The Murphy Oil dividend yield is 3.72%.

What Is the Murphy Oil Market Cap?

As of today, Murphy Oil market cap is 5.48B USD.

What Is Murphy Oil's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Murphy Oil EPS (TTM) is 0.72.

When Is the Next Murphy Oil Earnings Date?

Murphy Oil will release its next earnings report on May 06, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is MUR a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Sell.

How Many Times Has Murphy Oil Stock Split?

Murphy Oil has split 4 times.

How Many Employees Does Murphy Oil Have?

Murphy Oil has 813 employees.

What is the current trading status of Murphy Oil (MUR)?

As of Apr 16, 2026, Murphy Oil (MUR) is trading at a price of 38.22 USD, with a previous close of 38.22 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 37.20 USD to 38.42 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 20.16 USD to 43.34 USD.

What Is Murphy Oil (MUR) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Murphy Oil is 40.39 USD, with a high estimate of 63 USD and a low estimate of 28 USD. 3 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 1 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Neutral. The stock has an +5.67% Upside potential.

What Is the MUR After Hours Price?

MUR's last after hours stock price is 37.41 USD, the stock has decreased by -0.81, or -2.12%.
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