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MUR Stock Chart & Stats
$34.62
-$0.45(-1.14%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$34.62
-$0.45(-1.14%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$26.49 - $43.34
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.06M
Average Volume (3M)1.67M
Market Cap
$5.98B
Enterprise Value$6.68B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$483.88M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$2.26B
Price to Earnings (P/E)20.4
Beta>-0.01
Next Earnings
Nov 04, 2026EPS Estimate
0.88Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.29%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)2.05
Shares Outstanding143,381,120
10 Day Avg. Volume1,717,642
30 Day Avg. Volume1,673,911
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.59
Price to Book (P/B)0.87
Price to Sales (P/S)1.66
P/FCF Ratio11.28
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.12
Enterprise Value/Revenue2.21
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit2.68
Enterprise Value/Ebitda-0.24
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$39.93Price Target Upside15.33% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering14
EPS Forecast (FY)3.9
Revenue Forecast (FY)$3.30B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Balance Sheet And Cash GenerationConsistently positive operating cash flow, positive recent free cash flow, low leverage, and substantial liquidity give Murphy flexibility to fund development while protecting the balance sheet. This financial capacity is especially valuable in a cyclical upstream business with fluctuating commodity prices and capital needs.
Production Growth MilestonesRecent offshore milestones expand Murphy’s producing base and add multiple paths to future output and cash flow. Lac Da Vang provides a new Vietnam production source, Chinook adds Gulf of America volumes, and successful Bubale appraisal strengthens the potential for further organic growth.
Diversified Upstream PortfolioA multi-basin portfolio gives Murphy several operating and investment avenues rather than relying on one field or geography. Its mix of onshore and offshore assets can support ongoing production, exploration upside, and capital allocation flexibility across different project stages.
Bears Say
Declining Revenue TrendThe multi-year revenue decline indicates that recent financial performance has not been supported by sustained top-line expansion. In an upstream model, weaker revenue can reduce internally generated funding for drilling and development, while the 2025 profit deterioration adds uncertainty to near-term earnings quality.
Higher Capital RequirementsHigher capital spending raises the amount of cash Murphy must commit before new projects generate their full benefits. Although management still expects positive full-year free cash flow at current prices, elevated and uncertain 2027 requirements could pressure distributions, liquidity, or financial flexibility.
Exploration And Appraisal RiskThe dry hole and downward resource revision at Hai Su Vang demonstrate that exploration outcomes can reduce expected project value. Bubale also requires lengthy appraisal and has rising well costs, so future production, spending, and returns remain dependent on results that are not yet fully established.
Murphy Oil News
MUR FAQ
What was Murphy Oil Corp.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Murphy Oil Corp. lowest stock price was $26.49 and its highest was $43.34 in the past 12 months.
What is Murphy Oil Corp.’s market cap?
Murphy Oil Corp.’s market cap is $5.98B.
When is Murphy Oil Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Murphy Oil Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 04, 2026 which is in 15 days.
How were Murphy Oil Corp.’s earnings last quarter?
Murphy Oil Corp. released its earnings results on Aug 05, 2026. The company reported $1.55 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $1.567 by -$0.017.
Is Murphy Oil Corp. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Murphy Oil Corp.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Murphy Oil Corp. pay dividends?
Murphy Oil Corp. pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.35 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.29%. See more information on Murphy Oil Corp. dividends here
What is Murphy Oil Corp.’s EPS estimate?
Murphy Oil Corp.’s EPS estimate is 0.88.
How many shares outstanding does Murphy Oil Corp. have?
Murphy Oil Corp. has 143,381,120 shares outstanding.
What happened to Murphy Oil Corp.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Murphy Oil Corp. reported an EPS of $1.55 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of $1.567. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -8.325%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Murphy Oil Corp.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in MUR
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Murphy Oil Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
$39.93 (15.33% Upside)
$39.93 (15.33% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
MUR Sentiment 67%
Sector Average 65%
Sector Average 65%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 1.1M Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 5.4%
Last 30 Days ▲ 8.0%
Last 30 Days ▲ 8.0%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
59.48%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
5.71%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
4.46%
Trailing 12-Months
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Company Description
Murphy Oil Corp.
Murphy Oil Corporation, along with its affiliated entities, functions as a company primarily focused on discovering and extracting crude oil and natural gas. Its operational footprint spans across the United States, Canada, and various international locations, where it actively produces crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids. The firm, which was initially named Murphy Corporation, adopted its current designation of Murphy Oil Corporation in 1964. Established in 1950, its corporate headquarters can be found in Houston, Texas.
MUR Company Deck
MUR Earnings Call
Q2 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call highlighted meaningful exploration success (Bubale discovery), operational outperformance (production above guidance, Eagle Ford strength, Tupper Montney), strong balance sheet metrics (free cash flow, liquidity, leverage <1x) and clear plans to fund organic growth. Those positives were tempered by a dry hole and resource downwards revision at Hai Su Vang, higher-than-expected appraisal well costs at Bubale, and uncertainty around elevated near-term capital needs and 2027 spend that will depend on appraisal results. Overall the company presents multiple growth pathways while emphasizing disciplined, staged appraisal and balance sheet protection.View all MUR earnings summariesMUR Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$39.93
▲(15.33% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
4.96% Insiders
29.88% Mutual Funds
0.39% Other Institutional Investors
23.77% Public Companies and
Individual Investors