Murphy Oil Corporation (MUR)

Currency in USD
31.70
+0.94(+3.06%)
Closed·
31.700.00(0.00%)
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High dividend Yield
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Fair Value
Day's Range
30.9331.93
52 wk Range
18.9535.19
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
30.76
Open
30.99
Day's Range
30.93-31.93
52 wk Range
18.95-35.19
Volume
2.02M
Average Volume (3m)
2.42M
1-Year Change
18.8156%
Book Value / Share
35.86
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
30.53
Downside
-3.68%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
9 analysts have revised their earnings downwards for the upcoming period

Murphy Oil Corporation News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

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

Murphy Oil Corporation Company Profile

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. The company was formerly known as Murphy Corporation and changed its name to Murphy Oil Corporation in 1964. Murphy Oil Corporation was incorporated in 1950 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

Industry
Oil & Gas
Sector
Energy
Employees
750

Murphy Oil Corporation SWOT Analysis


Production Prowess
Murphy Oil exceeds production expectations, showcasing operational efficiency with lower expenses and strong profit margins despite market challenges
Exploration Potential
Delve into Murphy Oil's promising Vietnam exploration activities, offering a potential catalyst for transformation and diversification of assets
Financial Balancing Act
Learn how increased capital expenditure and operational challenges impact Murphy Oil's cash flow and long-term growth trajectory
Shareholder Returns
Explore Murphy Oil's commitment to shareholder value through aggressive stock buybacks and a sustainable 4.9% dividend yield, with analyst targets ranging from $22 to $37
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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: 2026-02-03, 05:40 a/m
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Peers
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Relationship
P/E Ratio
43.6x20.9x5.9x
PEG Ratio
−0.60−0.550.00
Price/Book
0.9x1.2x1.1x
Price / LTM Sales
1.7x1.1x1.3x
Upside (Analyst Target)
−2.2%5.9%12.1%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

1 Buy
14 Hold
2 Sell
Ratings:
17 analysts
Overall Consensus
Neutral

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 30.53
(-3.68% Downside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
BMO Capital
Hold35.00+10.41%37.00MaintainFeb 03, 2026
UBS
Hold30.00-5.36%31.00MaintainFeb 02, 2026
Piper Sandler
Hold32.00+0.95%34.00MaintainFeb 02, 2026
Barclays
Sell29.00-8.52%31.00MaintainJan 30, 2026
KeyBanc
Hold---MaintainJan 29, 2026

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 0.72%
Dividend Yield
4.42%
Industry Median 5.00%
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 31.70

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 4.42%.

What Is the Murphy Oil Market Cap?

As of today, Murphy Oil market cap is 4.53B.

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 Strong Buy.

How Many Times Has Murphy Oil Stock Split?

Murphy Oil has split 4 times.

How Many Employees Does Murphy Oil Have?

Murphy Oil has 750 employees.

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

As of Feb 05, 2026, Murphy Oil (MUR) is trading at a price of 31.70, with a previous close of 30.76. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 30.93 to 31.93, while its 52-week range spans from 18.95 to 35.19.

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

The average 12-month price target for Murphy Oil is USD30.53, with a high estimate of USD36 and a low estimate of USD22. 1 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 2 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Neutral. The stock has an -3.68% Downside potential.

What Is the MUR Premarket Price?

MUR's last pre-market stock price is 30.93. The pre-market share volume is 3,220.00, and the stock has decreased by 0.17, or 0.55%.
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