Murphy Oil (NYSE:MUR) Stock

MURPHY OIL CORP

Murphy Oil

Murphy Oil Corp is an oil and gas exploration and production company, with both onshore and offshore operations and properties. It operates in two geographic reportable segments the United States and Canada. It generates the majority of its revenue form the United States.

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Morgan Stanley analyst Devin McDermott maintains Murphy Oil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUR#NYSE">MUR</a>) with a Underweight and lowers the price target from $27 to $26.

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Morgan Stanley Maintains Underweight on Murphy Oil, Lowers Price Target to $26

U.S. stocks settled higher on Friday, with the S&amp;P 500 recording gains for the fifth straight session and also notching weekly gains.
For the week, the S&amp;P 500 gained 5.3%, while the Dow added 3.4%. The Nasdaq Composite was the standout performer, surging 7.2% last week.
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Analyst: Leo Mariani
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<li>Analyst Firm: Roth Capital</li>
<li>Ratings Accuracy: 88%</li>
<li>Latest Rating: Downgraded rating on Murphy Oil Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUR#NYSE">MUR</a>) from Buy to Neutral and cut the price target from $27 to $25 on May 15. This analyst sees around 12% upside in the stock.</li>
<li>Recent News: On May 7, Murphy Oil posted better-than-expected quarterly earnings.</li>
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Analyst: Jay McCanless
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<li>Analyst Firm: Wedbush</li>
<li>Ratings Accuracy: 87%</li>
<li>Latest Rating: Reiterated an Outperform rating on Toll Brothers, Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TOL#NYSE">TOL</a>) with a price target of $175 on May 15. This analyst sees around 66% surge in the stock.</li>
<li>Recent News: Toll Brothers will announce its second quarter FY 2025 results after the market close on Tuesday, May 20.</li>
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Analyst: Josh Sullivan 
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<li>Analyst Firm: Benchmark</li>
<li>Ratings Accuracy: 86%</li>
<li>Latest Rating: Maintained a Buy rating on BlackSky Technology Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKSY#NASDAQ">BKSY</a>) and increased the price target from $17 to $18 on May 13. This analyst sees around 49% upside in the stock.</li>
<li>Recent News: On May 8, BlackSky Technology reported better-than-expected first-quarter EPS results.</li>
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Analyst: Alexander Paris
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<li>Analyst Firm: Barrington Research</li>
<li>Ratings Accuracy: 86%</li>
<li>Latest Rating: Maintained an Outperform rating on zSpace, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZSPC#NASDAQ">ZSPC</a>) and cut the price target from $11 to $10 on May 15. This analyst sees around 46% upside in the stock.</li>
<li>Recent News: On May 14, ZSPACE posted mixed quarterly results.</li>
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Analyst: Andres Sheppard
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<li>Analyst Firm: Cantor Fitzgerald</li>
<li>Ratings Accuracy: 85%</li>
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<li>Recent News: On May 13, Intuitive Machines reported first-quarter revenue of $62.5 million, up 14% on a quarter-over-quarter basis.</li>
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13 analysts have shared their evaluations of Murphy Oil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUR#NYSE">MUR</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $28.0, a high estimate of $35.00, and a low estimate of $22.00. This current average has decreased by 12.91% from the previous average price target of $32.15. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747346447_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
The standing of Murphy Oil among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>Leo Mariani</td>
<td>Roth Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$25.00</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
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<td>Roger Read</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
<td>$31.00</td>
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<td>Mark Lear</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
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<td>William Janela</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$31.00</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
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<td>Betty Jiang</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
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<td>Betty Jiang</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
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<td>Mark Lear</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
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<td>Paul Cheng</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$36.00</td>
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<td>Josh Silverstein</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
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<td>Devin McDermott</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
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<td>Betty Jiang</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Arun Jayaram</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$33.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Mark Lear</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Murphy Oil. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Murphy Oil compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Murphy Oil's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Murphy Oil's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About Murphy Oil</h2>
Murphy Oil Corp is an oil and gas exploration and production company, with both onshore and offshore operations and properties. It operates in two geographic reportable segments the United States and Canada. It generates the majority of its revenue form the United States.
<h3>Murphy Oil's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a smaller scale relative to peers. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Challenges: Murphy Oil's revenue growth over 3M faced difficulties. As of 31 March, 2025, the company experienced a decline of approximately -15.36%. This indicates a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Energy sector.
Net Margin: Murphy Oil's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 10.86%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Murphy Oil's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 1.42%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.75%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.43.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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Where Murphy Oil Stands With Analysts

Roth Capital analyst Leo Mariani downgrades Murphy Oil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUR#NYSE">MUR</a>) from Buy to Neutral and lowers the price target from $27 to $25.

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Roth Capital Downgrades Murphy Oil to Neutral, Lowers Price Target to $25

Wells Fargo analyst Roger Read maintains Murphy Oil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUR#NYSE">MUR</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $31 to $26.

Wells Fargo Maintains Equal-Weight on Murphy Oil, Lowers Price Target to $26

Piper Sandler analyst Mark Lear maintains Murphy Oil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUR#NYSE">MUR</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $35 to $30.

Piper Sandler Maintains Overweight on Murphy Oil, Lowers Price Target to $30

Mizuho analyst William Janela downgrades Murphy Oil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUR#NYSE">MUR</a>) from Outperform to Neutral and lowers the price target from $32 to $31.

Mizuho Downgrades Murphy Oil to Neutral, Lowers Price Target to $31

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Barclays analyst Betty Jiang maintains Murphy Oil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUR#NYSE">MUR</a>) with a Underweight and lowers the price target from $24 to $22.

Barclays Maintains Underweight on Murphy Oil, Lowers Price Target to $22

Murphy Oil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUR#NYSE">MUR</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.56 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.50 by 12 percent. This is a 34.12 percent decrease over earnings of $0.85 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $665.71 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $670.39 million by 0.70 percent. This is a 16.41 percent decrease over sales of $796.41 million the same period last year.

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In the current market session, Murphy Oil Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUR#NYSE">MUR</a>) price is at $21.16, after a 0.76% increase. However, over the past month, the stock decreased by 8.71%, and in the past year, by 52.93%. Shareholders might be interested in knowing whether the stock is undervalued, even if the company is performing up to par in the current session. 

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<h3>A Look at Murphy Oil P/E Relative to Its Competitors</h3>
The P/E ratio is used by long-term shareholders to assess the company's market performance against aggregate market data, historical earnings, and the industry at large. A lower P/E could indicate that shareholders do not expect the stock to perform better in the future or it could mean that the company is undervalued. 
Compared to the aggregate P/E ratio of the 12.28 in the Oil, Gas &amp; Consumable Fuels industry, Murphy Oil Inc. has a lower P/E ratio of 7.72. Shareholders might be inclined to think that the stock might perform worse than it's industry peers. It's also possible that the stock is undervalued. 

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In conclusion, the price-to-earnings ratio is a useful metric for analyzing a company's market performance, but it has its limitations. While a lower P/E can indicate that a company is undervalued, it can also suggest that shareholders do not expect future growth. Additionally, the P/E ratio should not be used in isolation, as other factors such as industry trends and business cycles can also impact a company's stock price. Therefore, investors should use the P/E ratio in conjunction with other financial metrics and qualitative analysis to make informed investment decisions.

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<li>Barclays cut the price target for Murphy Oil Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUR#NYSE">MUR</a>) from $32 to $24. Barclays analyst Betty Jiang downgraded the stock from Equal-Weight to Underweight. Murphy Oil shares settled at $21.39 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MUR/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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Barclays analyst Betty Jiang downgrades Murphy Oil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUR#NYSE">MUR</a>) from Equal-Weight to Underweight and lowers the price target from $32 to $24.

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Piper Sandler analyst Mark Lear maintains Murphy Oil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUR#NYSE">MUR</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $34 to $35.

Piper Sandler Maintains Overweight on Murphy Oil, Raises Price Target to $35

Throughout the last three months, 13 analysts have evaluated Murphy Oil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUR#NYSE">MUR</a>), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">8</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Murphy Oil, revealing an average target of $31.38, a high estimate of $37.00, and a low estimate of $22.00. A 14.43% drop is evident in the current average compared to the previous average price target of $36.67. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745240479_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
A clear picture of Murphy Oil's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Paul Cheng &#x7C;Scotiabank &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Sector Perform &#x7C; $22.00&#x7C;$36.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Josh Silverstein &#x7C;UBS &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $23.00&#x7C;$28.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Devin McDermott &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Underweight &#x7C; $32.00&#x7C;$37.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Betty Jiang &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $32.00&#x7C;$34.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Arun Jayaram &#x7C;JP Morgan &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $28.00&#x7C;$33.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Mark Lear &#x7C;Piper Sandler &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $34.00&#x7C;$35.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Betty Jiang &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $34.00&#x7C;$37.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Josh Silverstein &#x7C;UBS &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $32.00&#x7C;$34.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Tim Rezvan &#x7C;Keybanc &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $37.00&#x7C;$50.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Neal Dingmann &#x7C;Truist Securities &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Hold &#x7C; $31.00&#x7C;$42.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Roger Read &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $31.00&#x7C;$35.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Mark Lear &#x7C;Piper Sandler &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $35.00&#x7C;$39.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Devin McDermott &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Announces &#x7C;Underweight &#x7C; $37.00&#x7C;- &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Murphy Oil. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Murphy Oil compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Murphy Oil's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Murphy Oil's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About Murphy Oil</h2>
Murphy Oil Corp is an oil and gas exploration and production company, with both onshore and offshore operations and properties. It operates in two geographic reportable segments the United States and Canada. It generates the majority of its revenue form the United States.
<h3>Financial Milestones: Murphy Oil's Journey</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Reflecting a smaller scale, the company's market capitalization is positioned below industry averages. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Decline in Revenue: Over the 3M period, Murphy Oil faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -20.5% in revenue growth as of 31 December, 2024. This signifies a reduction in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Energy sector.
Net Margin: Murphy Oil's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 7.52%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Murphy Oil's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 0.96%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 0.52%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.4, Murphy Oil adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
If you want to keep track of which analysts are outperforming others, you can view updated analyst ratings along withanalyst success scores in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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