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Murphy USA

Murphy USA operates more than 1,700 fueling stations and convenience stores primarily across the Midwest and Southeastern United States. The firm owns about 75% of its locations, with most stores situated in high-traffic areas near Walmart supercenters. Murphy's stores typically range from 1,400-2,800 square feet, with most of its in-store sales derived from tobacco and nicotine products. The company acquired about 150 QuickChek stores in 2021, boosting its presence in grocery and foodservice. Murphy generates about two thirds of its profit from fuel retailing, with the remaining third coming from in-store sales.

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Murphy USA's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) short percent of float has risen 33.49% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 1.16 million shares sold short, which is 8.37% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.46 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Murphy USA Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1748887229_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Murphy USA has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Murphy USA's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Murphy USA's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 10.12%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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How Is The Market Feeling About Murphy USA?

Murphy USA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 11.85% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 22.45%. Currently, Murphy USA has a market capitalization of $8.96 billion. 
Buying $1000 In MUSA: If an investor had bought $1000 of MUSA stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $7,696.90 today based on a price of $452.66 for MUSA at the time of writing.
<h3>Murphy USA's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1748277011_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Here's How Much You Would Have Made Owning Murphy USA Stock In The Last 10 Years

Looking into the current session, Murphy USA Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) shares are trading at $434.50, after a 0.20% decrease. Over the past month, the stock decreased by 12.61%, but over the past year, it actually spiked by 0.83%. With questionable short-term performance like this, and great long-term performance, long-term shareholders might want to start looking into the company's price-to-earnings ratio. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747249267_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>Murphy USA P/E Compared to 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 32.99 in the Specialty Retail industry, Murphy USA Inc. has a lower P/E ratio of 18.43. 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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Price Over Earnings Overview: Murphy USA

Murphy USA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 11.23% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 21.91%. Currently, Murphy USA has a market capitalization of $8.70 billion. 
Buying $1000 In MUSA: If an investor had bought $1000 of MUSA stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $7,305.16 today based on a price of $439.48 for MUSA at the time of writing.
<h3>Murphy USA's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747155115_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Stephens &amp; Co. analyst Brett Huff maintains Murphy USA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $530 to $475.

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Stephens & Co. Maintains Overweight on Murphy USA, Lowers Price Target to $475

Raymond James analyst Bobby Griffin downgrades Murphy USA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) from Outperform to Market Perform.

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Raymond James Downgrades Murphy USA to Market Perform

Keybanc analyst Justin Patterson maintains Murphy USA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $550 to $525.

Keybanc Maintains Overweight on Murphy USA, Lowers Price Target to $525

Murphy USA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $2.63 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $4.07 by 35.38 percent. This is a 15.71 percent decrease over earnings of $3.12 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $4.53 billion which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $4.70 billion by 3.76 percent. This is a 6.58 percent decrease over sales of $4.84 billion the same period last year.

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Murphy USA Q1 EPS $2.63 Misses $4.07 Estimate, Sales $4.53B Miss $4.70B Estimate

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Earnings Scheduled For May 7, 2025

Murphy USA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) is gearing up to announce its quarterly earnings on Wednesday, 2025-05-07. Here's a quick overview of what investors should know before the release.
Analysts are estimating that Murphy USA will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $3.82.
Anticipation surrounds Murphy USA's announcement, with investors hoping to hear about both surpassing estimates and receiving positive guidance for the next quarter.
New investors should understand that while earnings performance is important, market reactions are often driven by guidance.
<h3>Past Earnings Performance</h3>
In the previous earnings release, the company beat EPS by $0.28, leading to a 3.19% drop in the share price the following trading session.
Here's a look at Murphy USA's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
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<th>Q2 2024</th>
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<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>6.68</td>
<td>6.68</td>
<td>6.82</td>
<td>4.70</td>
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<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>6.96</td>
<td>7.20</td>
<td>6.92</td>
<td>3.12</td>
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<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>-3.0%</td>
<td>3.0%</td>
<td>2.0%</td>
<td>-4.0%</td>
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<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1746540083_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Tracking Murphy USA's Stock Performance</h3>
Shares of Murphy USA were trading at $507.13 as of May 05. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 24.67%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Analysts' Take on Murphy USA</h3>
Understanding market sentiments and expectations within the industry is crucial for investors. This analysis delves into the latest insights on Murphy USA.
The consensus rating for Murphy USA is Outperform, based on 3 analyst ratings. With an average one-year price target of $551.33, there's a potential 8.72% upside.
<h3>Peer Ratings Overview</h3>
This comparison focuses on the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of CarMax, Penske Automotive Group and Lithia Motors, three major players in the industry, shedding light on their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
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<li>Analysts currently favor an Outperform trajectory for CarMax, with an average 1-year price target of $89.11, suggesting a potential 82.43% downside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Neutral trajectory for Penske Automotive Group, with an average 1-year price target of $159.0, suggesting a potential 68.65% downside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Neutral trajectory for Lithia Motors, with an average 1-year price target of $368.9, suggesting a potential 27.26% downside.</li>
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<h3>Snapshot: Peer Analysis</h3>
The peer analysis summary offers a detailed examination of key metrics for CarMax, Penske Automotive Group and Lithia Motors, providing valuable insights into their respective standings within the industry and their market positions and comparative performance.

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<td>Murphy USA</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>-7.07%</td>
<td>$599M</td>
<td>17.06%</td>
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<td>CarMax</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>6.69%</td>
<td>$667.89M</td>
<td>1.44%</td>
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<td>Penske Automotive Group</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>2.10%</td>
<td>$1.27B</td>
<td>4.61%</td>
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<td>Lithia Motors</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>7.20%</td>
<td>$1.41B</td>
<td>3.12%</td>
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Key Takeaway:
Murphy USA ranks at the bottom for Revenue Growth among its peers. It is at the top for Gross Profit. For Return on Equity, Murphy USA is at the top.
<h3>About Murphy USA</h3>
Murphy USA operates more than 1,700 fueling stations and convenience stores primarily across the Midwest and Southeastern United States. The firm owns about 75% of its locations, with most stores situated in high-traffic areas near Walmart supercenters. Murphy's stores typically range from 1,400-2,800 square feet, with most of its in-store sales derived from tobacco and nicotine products. The company acquired about 150 QuickChek stores in 2021, boosting its presence in grocery and foodservice. Murphy generates about two thirds of its profit from fuel retailing, with the remaining third coming from in-store sales.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Murphy USA's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization: Positioned above industry average, the company's market capitalization underscores its superiority in size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Decline in Revenue: Over the 3 months period, Murphy USA faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -7.07% 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 Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: Murphy USA's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 3.03%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Murphy USA's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 17.06%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Murphy USA's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 3.19% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: Murphy USA's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 2.82, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MUSA/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Murphy USA visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Earnings Outlook For Murphy USA

Murphy USA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 20.74% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 34.8%. Currently, Murphy USA has a market capitalization of $9.96 billion. 
Buying $1000 In MUSA: If an investor had bought $1000 of MUSA stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $4,624.62 today based on a price of $503.23 for MUSA at the time of writing.
<h3>Murphy USA's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1746457222_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

$1000 Invested In Murphy USA 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

The Board of Directors of Murphy USA Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) today declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Common Stock of Murphy USA Inc. of $0.50 per share, or $2.00 per share on an annualized basis, reflecting a 2% increase from the prior quarter. The dividend is payable on June 2, 2025, to stockholders of record as of May 12, 2025.
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Murphy USA Board Raises Quarterly Cash Dividend By 2% From $0.49 To $0.50 Per Share

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Shares of companies within the broader consumer discretionary sector are trading lower amid overall market weakness and investor concerns over deteriorating trade relationships.

Murphy USA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 21.78% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 35.84%. Currently, Murphy USA has a market capitalization of $10.03 billion. 
Buying $1000 In MUSA: If an investor had bought $1000 of MUSA stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $4,652.31 today based on a price of $506.46 for MUSA at the time of writing.
<h3>Murphy USA's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744906632_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Murphy USA's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) short percent of float has fallen 8.08% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 1.13 million shares sold short, which is 8.19% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 4.96 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Murphy USA Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744635663_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Murphy USA has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Murphy USA's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Murphy USA's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 11.13%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

Looking Into Murphy USA's Recent Short Interest

Murphy USA shares are trading higher after Keybanc initiated coverage on the stock with an Overweight rating and announced a price target of $550.

Keybanc analyst Bradley Thomas initiates coverage on Murphy USA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) with a Overweight rating and announces Price Target of $550.

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Keybanc Initiates Coverage On Murphy USA with Overweight Rating, Announces Price Target of $550

Murphy USA's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) short percent of float has risen 7.28% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 1.30 million shares sold short, which is 7.22% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 4.92 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Murphy USA Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742910326_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Murphy USA has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Murphy USA's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Murphy USA's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 10.18%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

Murphy USA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 22.23% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 40.0%. Currently, Murphy USA has a market capitalization of $8.84 billion. 
Buying $1000 In MUSA: If an investor had bought $1000 of MUSA stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $5,045.29 today based on a price of $446.76 for MUSA at the time of writing.
<h3>Murphy USA's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742855408_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Here's How Much You Would Have Made Owning Murphy USA Stock In The Last 5 Years

Murphy USA's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) short percent of float has risen 13.68% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 1.21 million shares sold short, which is 6.73% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 4.56 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Murphy USA Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741352434_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Murphy USA has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Murphy USA's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Murphy USA's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 10.47%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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