(MPC) Marathon Petroleum - Ratings and Ratios

Exchange: NYSE • Country: United States • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US56585A1025

MPC: Gasoline, Diesel, Asphalt, Crude Oil, Natural Gas

Marathon Petroleum Corporation (NYSE:MPC) is a leading integrated downstream energy company in the United States, operating through three core business segments: Refining & Marketing, Midstream, and Renewable Diesel. The Refining & Marketing segment operates 13 refineries across the Gulf Coast, Mid-Continent, and West Coast regions, with a combined crude oil refining capacity of approximately 2.2 million barrels per day. This segment produces a diverse range of refined products, including transportation fuels (reformulated and blend-grade gasolines), heavy fuel oil, and asphalt. It also manufactures propane and petrochemicals. Products are distributed through a network of pipelines, terminals, and transportation infrastructure, serving wholesale marketing customers, spot market buyers, and independent entrepreneurs operating under the Marathon brand. Additionally, the segment supplies fuel through long-term contracts to direct dealer locations primarily under the ARCO brand.

The Midstream segment focuses on the gathering, transportation, storage, distribution, and marketing of crude oil, refined products, renewable diesel, and other hydrocarbon-based products. This segment utilizes a network of pipelines, terminals, towboats, and barges to manage logistics. It also engages in the gathering, processing, and transportation of natural gas, as well as the transportation, fractionation, storage, and marketing of natural gas liquids. The Renewable Diesel segment processes renewable feedstocks, such as animal fats and vegetable oils, into renewable diesel, which is marketed and distributed through the Midstream segment and third-party channels. Renewable diesel is sold to wholesale marketing customers, spot market buyers, and through long-term supply contracts to direct dealers under the ARCO brand.

Founded in 1887 and headquartered in Findlay, Ohio, Marathon Petroleum Corporation has established itself as a key player in the U.S. energy sector, with a strong focus on operational efficiency, infrastructure, and sustainable energy solutions. The companys integrated business model allows it to capitalize on synergies across its refining, midstream, and renewable diesel operations, positioning it to adapt to evolving market demands and regulatory environments.

Ticker Symbol: MPC Exchange: NYSE Type: common stock Country Origin: United States GICS Sub Industry: Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing Resistance: 172.7 Resistance: 157.6 Resistance: 148.1 Resistance: 143.3 Average Volume 20d: 2899262 Last Price: 127.72 SMA 20: 134.72 SMA 50: 142.24 SMA 200: 153.43 ATR: 6.50 Market Cap: 39788.74M USD P/E: 12.67 P/E Forward: 17.64 P/B: 2.24 P/S: 0.29 RoE: 13.40

3-Month Forecast: Based on and , Marathon Petroleum Corp (MPC) is expected to face headwinds in the near term. The stock is currently trading below its SMA 20, SMA 50, and SMA 200, indicating bearish momentum. The Average True Range (ATR) of 6.50 suggests moderate volatility, with potential price swings of 6-7% over the next quarter. On the side, the forward P/E of 17.64 reflects elevated expectations for future earnings growth, which may be challenged if refining margins compress due to macroeconomic factors. However, the companys strong market cap of $39.79B and return on equity (RoE) of 13.40% underscore its financial resilience. The low P/S ratio of 0.29 indicates undervaluation relative to its revenue, which could attract value investors. Overall, MPC is likely to remain range-bound between its current support levels and resistance at 148.1, with potential upside if energy demand stabilizes.

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MPC Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 42,904m
Sector Energy
Industry Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing
GiC Sub-Industry Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing
IPO / Inception 2011-07-01

MPC Stock Ratings

Growth Rating 56.4
Fundamental 40.4
Dividend Rating 83.2
Rel. Strength -8.5
Analysts 3.95/5
Fair Price Momentum 167.12 USD
Fair Price DCF 422.27 USD

MPC Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 2.91%
Yield on Cost 5y 15.73%
Annual Growth 5y 7.85%
Payout Consistency 99.7%

MPC Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m -64.7%
Growth Correlation 12m -87.9%
Growth Correlation 5y 94.6%
CAGR 5y 39.04%
CAGR/Max DD 5y 0.87
Sharpe Ratio 12m 0.07
Alpha -28.53
Beta 1.056
Volatility 46.45%
Current Volume 3135.2k
Average Volume 20d 2629.4k
What is the price of MPC stocks?
As of May 09, 2025, the stock is trading at USD 144.69 with a total of 3,135,235 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by +5.30%, over one month by +18.93%, over three months by -3.06% and over the past year by -18.32%.
Is Marathon Petroleum a good stock to buy?
Partly, yes. Based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, Marathon Petroleum (NYSE:MPC) is currently (May 2025) ok to buy, but has to be watched. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 40.37 and therefor a somewhat positive outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of MPC as of May 2025 is 167.12. This means that MPC is currently undervalued and has a potential upside of +15.5% (Margin of Safety).
Is MPC a buy, sell or hold?
Marathon Petroleum has received a consensus analysts rating of 3.95. Therefor, it is recommend to buy MPC.
  • Strong Buy: 6
  • Buy: 6
  • Hold: 7
  • Sell: 0
  • Strong Sell: 0
What are the forecast for MPC stock price target?
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, MPC Marathon Petroleum will be worth about 182.7 in May 2026. The stock is currently trading at 144.69. This means that the stock has a potential upside of +26.24%.
Issuer Forecast Upside
Wallstreet Target Price 156 7.8%
Analysts Target Price 156 7.8%
ValueRay Target Price 182.7 26.2%