Murphy Oil Corporation
MUREnergyNASDAQOil & Gas E&P · Last scanned Sep 8, 2026
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Daily timeframePart of the energy sector, Murphy Oil Corporation (MUR) is listed under Oil & Gas E&P. The $5.22B market capitalization puts MUR squarely in mid-cap range for its industry. It explores for and produces crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids.
Market Cap
$5.22B
Beta
0.49
P/E (TTM)
18.04
P/E (Fwd)
11.18
EPS (TTM)
$2.02
EPS (Fwd)
$3.26
ROE
6.5%
ROA
3.3%
Cash
$483.9M
Total Debt
$2.26B
Free CF
$344.7M
52W Change
46.3%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where MUR stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the September 3, 2026 close, MUR finished 4.67% above its 150-day moving average ($36.01) and 8.59% above its 200-day moving average ($34.71). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is MUR overbought or oversold?
At the September 3, 2026 close, MUR's RSI(14) was 64.0, in neutral territory (between 30 and 70). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
The company holds $483.9M in cash, though total debt stands at $2.26B. This level of leverage is common in the industry but worth monitoring as interest rate conditions evolve. Annual free cash flow of $344.7M supports ongoing capital allocation decisions and provides a cushion against unexpected expenses or downturns. Return on equity stands at 6.5%, which is modest for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 3.3% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has pulled back from $4.22B (2022) to $2.69B (2025), a 36% decline worth watching.
The relatively low beta of 0.49 suggests MUR is a less volatile holding compared to the broader index. No single metric tells the full story. Reviewing MUR's risk profile alongside its fundamentals and technical indicators provides a more complete picture.