Murphy Oil (NYSE:MUR) is set to give its latest quarterly earnings report on Wednesday, 2026-01-28. Here’s what investors need to know before the announcement.
Analysts estimate that Murphy Oil will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $-0.04.
Investors in Murphy Oil are eagerly awaiting the company’s announcement, hoping for news of surpassing estimates and positive guidance for the next quarter.
It’s worth noting for new investors that stock prices can be heavily influenced by future projections rather than just past performance.
Past Earnings Performance
The company’s EPS beat by $0.24 in the last quarter, leading to a 5.31% increase in the share price on the following day.
Here’s a look at Murphy Oil’s past performance and the resulting price change:
| Quarter | Q3 2025 | Q2 2025 | Q1 2025 | Q4 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPS Estimate | 0.17 | 0.18 | 0.49 | 0.57 |
| EPS Actual | 0.41 | 0.27 | 0.56 | 0.35 |
| Price Change % | 5.00 | -3.00 | 2.00 | -3.00 |
Performance of Murphy Oil Shares
Shares of Murphy Oil were trading at $30.82 as of January 26. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 8.12%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders should be satisfied going into this earnings release.
Analyst Observations about Murphy Oil
For investors, grasping market sentiments and expectations in the industry is vital. This analysis explores the latest insights regarding Murphy Oil.
The consensus rating for Murphy Oil is Neutral, derived from 11 analyst ratings. An average one-year price target of $30.36 implies a potential 1.49% downside.