Murphy Oil Corporation
MUREnergyNASDAQOil & Gas E&P · Last scanned Oct 26, 2026
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Daily timeframePart of the energy sector, Murphy Oil Corporation (MUR) is listed under Oil & Gas E&P. The $6.36B 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
$6.36B
Beta
0.58
P/E (TTM)
21.95
P/E (Fwd)
11.64
EPS (TTM)
$2.02
EPS (Fwd)
$3.81
ROE
6.5%
ROA
3.3%
Cash
$483.9M
Total Debt
$2.26B
Free CF
$344.7M
52W Change
54.5%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where MUR stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 20, 2026 close, MUR finished 14.23% above its 150-day moving average ($37.24) and 18.53% above its 200-day moving average ($35.89). 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 October 20, 2026 close, MUR's RSI(14) was 84.5, in overbought territory (above 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.
Murphy Oil Corporation carries $2.26B in total debt against $483.9M in cash reserves — debt is roughly 4.7x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. The company generates $344.7M in free cash flow annually, which funds everything from R&D to shareholder returns without needing external financing. 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 0.58 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.