Marathon Petroleum (NYSE:MPC) 주식

Marathon Petroleum

Marathon Petroleum is an independent refiner with 13 refineries in the midcontinent, West Coast, and Gulf Coast of the United States with total throughput capacity of 3.0 million barrels per day. Its Dickinson, North Dakota, facility produces 184 million gallons a year of renewable diesel. Its Martinez, California, facility has the ability to produce 730 million gallons a year of renewable diesel. The firm also owns and operates midstream assets primarily through its listed master limited partnership, MPLX.

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Marathon Petroleum Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>) shares are trading higher after the company <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/05/n45216324/marathon-petroleum-corp-reports-first-quarter-2025-results" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported&nbsp;first-quarter results</a>.
Total revenues and other income of&nbsp;$31.85 billion&nbsp;topped the consensus of&nbsp;$29.58 billion. Adjusted EPS loss stood at $(0.24),&nbsp;down from&nbsp;$2.58 a year earlier, beating the analyst <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener">consensus estimate of $(0.53)</a>.
Adjusted EBITDA was&nbsp;$2.0 billion&nbsp;for the quarter, compared with&nbsp;$3.3 billion in the prior year quarter.
Refining operating costs per barrel were&nbsp;$5.74&nbsp;versus&nbsp;$6.06 a year ago.&nbsp;
Refining &amp; Marketing refined product sales volume for the quarter was 3,446 mbpd&nbsp;(vs. 3,242 mbpd a year ago); Crude oil capacity utilization was&nbsp;89% (vs.&nbsp;82%&nbsp;a year ago quarter).&nbsp;&nbsp;
Refining&nbsp;&amp; Marketing segment adjusted EBITDA declined to&nbsp;$489 million from&nbsp;$1.99 billion a year ago due to lower market crack spreads.
Refining &amp; Marketing margin was&nbsp;$13.38&nbsp;per barrel for the&nbsp;first quarter&nbsp;versus&nbsp;$19.35&nbsp;per barrel for the first quarter of 2024.
Marathon Petroleum owns the general partner and majority limited partner interest in&nbsp;MPLX LP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPLX#NYSE">MPLX</a>), which reported&nbsp;first-quarter earnings per limited partner unit of&nbsp;$1.10, missing the consensus of&nbsp;$1.12.
Total revenues and other income&nbsp;of&nbsp;$3.12 billion missed&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/02/n43457519/mplx-lp-progresses-gulf-coast-ngl-strategy-and-reports-full-year-2024-results" rel="noreferrer noopener">the consensus of&nbsp;$3.14 billion</a>.&nbsp;
As of March&nbsp;31, 2025, Marathon Petroleum had&nbsp;$3.8&nbsp;billion&nbsp;of&nbsp;cash, cash equivalents,&nbsp;and&nbsp;short-term investments, including&nbsp;$2.5 billion of cash at MPLX and&nbsp;$5 billion&nbsp;available&nbsp;on&nbsp;its bank revolving credit facility.
Buyback: In the&nbsp;first quarter, the company returned around&nbsp;$1.3 billion&nbsp;to shareholders, including&nbsp;$1.1 billion&nbsp;in share repurchases.
As of&nbsp;March&nbsp;31, 2025, the company had&nbsp;$6.7 billion available under its share buyback authorizations.
Dividend: On&nbsp;April 30, the company declared a quarterly dividend of&nbsp;$0.91&nbsp;per share, payable&nbsp;on June 10, to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/04/n45115532/marathon-petroleum-corp-announces-quarterly-dividend" rel="noreferrer noopener">shareholders&nbsp;of record on&nbsp;May 21</a>.
President and Chief Executive Officer&nbsp;Maryann Mannen said, "Our Midstream business delivered an 8% increase in segment adjusted EBITDA over the prior year, and executed on our Natural Gas and NGL growth strategies."
"For our refining business, we are positioned to meet summer demand as seasonal trends are expected to improve margins and we remain constructive on its long-term outlook."
Outlook: For the&nbsp;second quarter, the company sees&nbsp;refining operating costs per barrel of&nbsp;$5.30 and&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener">refinery throughputs of 2,945 mbpd</a>.&nbsp;
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;iShares U.S. Oil &amp; Gas Exploration &amp; Production ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IEO#BATS">IEO</a>) and&nbsp;VanEck Oil Refiners ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRAK#NYSE">CRAK</a>).
Price Action: MPC shares are up&nbsp;0.47%&nbsp;at&nbsp;$144.01 premarket at the last check on Tuesday.
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Tuesday&#8217;s Performance In Major U.S. Indices, ETFs</h1>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,614.65</td>
<td>-0.6%</td>
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>40,905.06</td>
<td>-0.8%</td>
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<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>19,796.10</td>
<td>-0.9%</td>
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<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>1,983.93</td>
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<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated by 12:55 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
According to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a>&nbsp;data:
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<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) fell 0.7% to $559.24.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>) eased 0.8% to $409.01.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy&nbsp;Invesco QQQ Trust Series&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>)&nbsp;fell 0.9% to $481.23.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) tumbled 1.1% to $196.68.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;Utilities&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>) outperformed, up 1.2%; the&nbsp;Health Care&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLV#NYSE">XLV</a>) lagged, down 2.4%.</li>
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Tuesday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h1>
Stocks reacting to earnings reports included: 
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<li>Ford Motor Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) up 2.70%</li>
<li>The Clorox Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLX#NYSE">CLX</a>) down 2.31%</li>
<li>Coterra Energy Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CTRA#NYSE">CTRA</a>) down 9.95%</li>
<li>Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VRTX#NASDAQ">VRTX</a>) down 13.9%</li>
<li>Diamondback Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FANG#NASDAQ">FANG</a>) down 0.53%</li>
<li>Realty Income Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/O#NYSE">O</a>) down 0.68%</li>
<li>The Williams Companies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMB#NYSE">WMB</a>) down 5.19%</li>
<li>Celanese Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CE#NYSE">CE</a>) up 9.14%</li>
<li>Fabrinet (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FN#NYSE">FN</a>) down 7.37%</li>
<li>Lattice Semiconductor Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LSCC#NASDAQ">LSCC</a>) down 13.6%</li>
<li>Mattel Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAT#NASDAQ">MAT</a>) up 3.61%</li>
<li>Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>) down 13.6%</li>
<li>Duke Energy Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DUK#NYSE">DUK</a>) up 2.24%</li>
<li>Constellation Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CEG#NASDAQ">CEG</a>) up 10.94%</li>
<li>TransDigm Group Incorporated (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TDG#NYSE">TDG</a>) down 5.67%</li>
<li>Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAR#NASDAQ">MAR</a>) up 1.26%</li>
<li>Zoetis Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZTS#NYSE">ZTS</a>) down 3.32%</li>
<li>American Electric Power Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AEP#NASDAQ">AEP</a>) up 0.52%</li>
<li>Marathon Petroleum Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>) up 0.37%</li>
<li>Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FIS#NYSE">FIS</a>) down 2.88%</li>
<li>WEC Energy Group, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WEC#NYSE">WEC</a>) up 0.77%</li>
<li>Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IT#NYSE">IT</a>) up 1.14%</li>
<li>IQVIA Holdings Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IQV#NYSE">IQV</a>) down 1.32%</li>
<li>Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADM#NYSE">ADM</a>) up 2.02%</li>
<li>Waters Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAT#NYSE">WAT</a>) down 4.43%</li>
<li>Leidos Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LDOS#NYSE">LDOS</a>) up 4.11%</li>
<li>Global Payments Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPN#NYSE">GPN</a>) down 1.43%</li>
<li>GlobalFoundries Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GFS#NASDAQ">GFS</a>) down 3.57%</li>
<li>Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EXPD#NYSE">EXPD</a>) down 3.67%</li>
<li>Ball Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BALL#NYSE">BALL</a>) up 0.55%</li>
<li>Jacobs Solutions Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/J#NYSE">J</a>) down 5.56%</li>
</ul>
Stocks slated to report earnings after the close include: Assurant Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIZ#NYSE">AIZ</a>), Arista Networks Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANET#NYSE">ANET</a>), Gen Digital Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GEN#NASDAQ">GEN</a>), Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>), International Flavors &amp; Fragrances Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IFF#NYSE">IFF</a>), Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EA#NASDAQ">EA</a>), Mosaic Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MOS#NYSE">MOS</a>), Corpay Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CPAY#NYSE">CPAY</a>), Wynn Resorts Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WYNN#NASDAQ">WYNN</a>), Jack Henry &amp; Associates Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JKHY#NASDAQ">JKHY</a>), Devon Energy Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DVN#NYSE">DVN</a>), Super Micro Computer Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>), Coty Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COTY#NYSE">COTY</a>) and Rivian Automotive Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIVN#NASDAQ">RIVN</a>).
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Marathon Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 20.58% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 34.41%. Currently, Marathon Petroleum has a market capitalization of $44.74 billion. 
Buying $1000 In MPC: If an investor had bought $1000 of MPC stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $4,342.42 today based on a price of $143.61 for MPC at the time of writing.
<h3>Marathon Petroleum's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
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Here's How Much You Would Have Made Owning Marathon Petroleum Stock In The Last 5 Years

Marathon Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>) reported quarterly losses of $(0.24) per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $(0.53) by 54.72 percent. This is a 108.63 percent decrease over earnings of $2.78 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $31.85 billion which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $29.58 billion by 7.66 percent. This is a 4.10 percent decrease over sales of $33.21 billion the same period last year.

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Earnings Scheduled For May 6, 2025

Marathon Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Tuesday, 2025-05-06. Here's a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.
Analysts expect Marathon Petroleum to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $-0.54.
The market awaits Marathon Petroleum's announcement, with hopes high for news of surpassing estimates and providing upbeat guidance for the next quarter.
It's important for new investors to understand that guidance can be a significant driver of stock prices.
<h3>Earnings History Snapshot</h3>
In the previous earnings release, the company beat EPS by $0.75, leading to a 0.25% increase in the share price the following trading session.
Here's a look at Marathon Petroleum's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<th>Q2 2024</th>
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<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.02</td>
<td>0.98</td>
<td>4.89</td>
<td>2.42</td>
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<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.77</td>
<td>1.87</td>
<td>4.12</td>
<td>2.78</td>
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<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>0.0%</td>
<td>4.0%</td>
<td>-1.0%</td>
<td>-2.0%</td>
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<h3>Stock Performance</h3>
Shares of Marathon Petroleum were trading at $141.55 as of May 02. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 21.31%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely bearish going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Analyst Observations about Marathon Petroleum</h3>
For investors, grasping market sentiments and expectations in the industry is vital. This analysis explores the latest insights regarding Marathon Petroleum.
Marathon Petroleum has received a total of 9 ratings from analysts, with the consensus rating as Outperform. With an average one-year price target of $165.67, the consensus suggests a potential 17.04% upside.
<h3>Comparing Ratings with Competitors</h3>
The analysis below examines the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of Phillips 66, Valero Energy and Sunoco, three significant industry players, providing valuable insights into their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
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<li>Analysts currently favor an Neutral trajectory for Phillips 66, with an average 1-year price target of $132.0, suggesting a potential 6.75% downside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Outperform trajectory for Valero Energy, with an average 1-year price target of $143.43, suggesting a potential 1.33% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Outperform trajectory for Sunoco, with an average 1-year price target of $64.25, suggesting a potential 54.61% downside.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Insights: Peer Analysis</h3>
The peer analysis summary outlines pivotal metrics for Phillips 66, Valero Energy and Sunoco, demonstrating their respective standings within the industry and offering valuable insights into their market positions and comparative performance.

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>Consensus</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
<th>Gross Profit</th>
<th>Return on Equity</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Marathon Petroleum</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>-8.60%</td>
<td>$1.75B</td>
<td>2.02%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Phillips 66</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>-15.03%</td>
<td>$1.98B</td>
<td>1.77%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Valero Energy</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>-4.73%</td>
<td>$496M</td>
<td>-2.48%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sunoco</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>-6.59%</td>
<td>$473M</td>
<td>2.50%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Key Takeaway:
Marathon Petroleum ranks first in revenue growth among its peers. It also leads in gross profit margin. However, it ranks second in return on equity.
<h3>About Marathon Petroleum</h3>
Marathon Petroleum is an independent refiner with 13 refineries in the midcontinent, West Coast, and Gulf Coast of the United States with total throughput capacity of 3.0 million barrels per day. Its Dickinson, North Dakota, facility produces 184 million gallons a year of renewable diesel. Its Martinez, California, facility has the ability to produce 730 million gallons a year of renewable diesel. The firm also owns and operates midstream assets primarily through its listed master limited partnership, MPLX.
<h3>Marathon Petroleum: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is above the industry average, indicating that it is relatively larger in size compared to peers. This may suggest a higher level of investor confidence and market recognition.
Decline in Revenue: Over the 3 months period, Marathon Petroleum faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -8.6% in revenue growth as of 31 December, 2024. This signifies a reduction in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Energy sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Marathon Petroleum's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 1.12%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 2.02%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Marathon Petroleum's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 0.47%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Marathon Petroleum's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 1.62.
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Exploring Marathon Petroleum's Earnings Expectations

Editor's note: This article has been updated for accuracy regarding Marathon Petroleum's year-to-date performance.
Editor&#8217;s Note: Today, we&#8217;re hearing from Tom Gentile, one of America&#8217;s most successful pattern traders, with 30 years of trading and teaching experience under his belt. You may recognize him from Money Morning, CNBC, or the numerous options books he has authored. Most importantly, Tom has spent the last two decades building some of the most sophisticated pattern-tracking software in the markets, with the help of actual rocket scientists from NASA and Raytheon. Below, he reveals three &#8220;tariff-proof&#8221; stocks his system has identified. 
The tariff threats might be paused for now—but the uncertainty isn't going anywhere. It's not a matter of if they flare back up, it's when.
Sure, we&#8217;ve seen a few rallies since the tariffs were first announced in early April, and the DOW tanked by 4,000 points. But let's be honest: those rallies were more like dead cat bounces. The underlying issues—higher tariffs on Chinese imports and retaliation overseas—haven't gone anywhere. And they're still weighing heavy on the markets.
The simple truth? The tariff war isn't over. Not even close. And it's created an environment where what used to be &#8220;safe&#8221; plays just aren't so safe anymore.
Here's the good news: There's still a path to profits—even in the choppiest markets—if you know where to look.
So, I've been busy running my scans, checking my seasonal patterns and analyzing the stocks and sectors that actually benefit from tariffs. That's right: some companies are positioned to thrive in this environment.
And today, I want to show you the top three stocks I consider to be &#8220;tariff-proof&#8221; and why they&#8217;re primed to soar this spring.
Let&#8217;s dig in.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">U.S. Steel</h2>
U.S. Steel (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/X#NYSE">X</a>) is still one of the clearest beneficiaries when it comes to tariff dynamics.
Why? Because X is heavily invested in domestic production and because foreign competitors face higher barriers, they've gained serious pricing power. And with tariffs once again dominating the headlines, U.S. Steel is right back in the spotlight.
Now, has the stock seen its share of volatility this year? Absolutely.
Shares pulled back sharply in early April, along with the broader market selloff. But even with the turbulence, X has stabilized faster than many other industrial names—and it&#8217;s showing signs of strength as infrastructure spending ramps up.
So, as long as the tariff battle continues—and as long as domestic steel demand stays firm—U.S. Steel is positioned to outperform. It's one of the few companies that stands to benefit as Washington puts more pressure on imports.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Marathon Petroleum</h2>
Marathon Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>) remains one of the quiet winners as trade tensions reshape the energy market. Domestic refining stands to gain when tariffs hit Canadian oil—and Marathon is built to thrive on U.S. supply.
With a massive nationwide network and deep investment in American energy, MPC is positioned right where the demand shift is heading.
And they&#8217;ve proven they can capitalize.
While Marathon has faced some headwinds this year and is down over 2% since January, the company's underlying fundamentals remain solid. Its latest earnings report showed revenue topping $36.2 billion—a clear sign that demand is holding firm, even as the stock has lagged.
Bottom line?
As the push toward U.S. energy independence grows and foreign oil faces even more hurdles, Marathon is built to keep winning.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Archer Daniels Midland</h2>
Archer Daniels Midland (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADM#NYSE">ADM</a>) is still my favorite of the group—and for good reason.
What sets ADM apart is its seasonal strength. Between March and May, this stock has moved higher nine out of the last ten years. That's 90% accuracy over the last decade—a consistency you don't find very often.
When I ran these three stocks through my Money Calendar software, ADM was the clear standout.
It's delivered an average 6% move higher during this window, and just last year, it popped nearly 13% between March and May. That's the kind of reliability I want in my corner.
And here's the best part: ADM doesn't care about tariffs.
Its seasonal pattern—and its position as a global agriculture powerhouse—gives it pattern-driven potential, strong fundamentals and technical momentum all at once.
In a choppy market, that&#8217;s the triple threat you want working for you.
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3 Stocks To Turn Tariffs Into Opportunities (CORRECTED)

While crude prices continue to decline,<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> oil-linked ETFs</a> are not only being watched for their price action but also for the insight they provide into sentiment across various segments of the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/oil" target="_blank" rel="noopener">energy sector</a>. Two of the most heavily followed funds—United States Oil Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USO#NYSE">USO</a>) and SPDR S&amp;P Oil &amp; Gas Exploration &amp; Production ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOP#NYSE">XOP</a>)—provide different perspectives on how market players are positioned on oil volatility.
United States Oil Fund
USO is intended to replicate the daily movements of West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil futures. It does this mainly through holding near-month NYMEX futures contracts, and as such, it is extremely vulnerable to short-term changes in the price of oil. The ETF <a href="https://www.uscfinvestments.com/uso">owns </a>a series of front-month WTI futures contracts and rolls them over on a monthly basis. This exposes the fund to contango and backwardation, two states in the futures curve that can either drain or enhance returns independent of spot price direction.
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Through April 29, USO has dropped almost 3% as of writing, echoing weakness in crude. For the past month, its decline, at more than 14%, has intensified as Brent and WTI are on track for a bad month.
USO tends to function as a short-term tactical trading tool instead of a long-term investment tool. Its April movement indicates increasing angst regarding short-term demand destruction with trade disruptions, risk of oversupply, and macroeconomic weakness.
SPDR S&amp;P Oil &amp; Gas Exploration &amp; Production ETF
Whereas USO tracks the commodity, XOP <a href="https://www.ssga.com/us/en/intermediary/etfs/spdr-sp-oil-gas-exploration-production-etf-xop">invests </a>in an equal-weighted index of U.S. energy stocks that are engaged in upstream oil and gas production. The ETF offers diversified exposure to small- and mid-cap exploration and production (E&amp;P) companies. Its equal-weighting approach minimizes concentration risk but maximizes volatility, particularly in times of declining oil prices.
Top Holdings: CNX Resources (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CNX#NYSE">CNX</a>), Marathon Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>), and Exxon Mobil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) are among the fund&#8217;s top holdings—companies that are more exposed to commodity price fluctuations because of their relatively high-cost production and capital sensitivity.
XOP fell 0.9% Tuesday afternoon, although it has beaten USO on a relative basis over the last few weeks. That is possibly driven by a perception that equities—particularly those with solid balance sheets—can better withstand short-term price dips than the futures curve.
XOP will be ideal for investors looking for leveraged exposure to oil prices through equities when prices are moving higher. Yet, in a bear market like the current one, its small-cap bias makes it a riskier play.
Sentiment Shifts
Brent crude&nbsp;dropped&nbsp;below $63.96 a barrel on Tuesday afternoon, while West Texas Intermediate (WTI)&nbsp;was&nbsp;around $60.34—both&nbsp;<a href="https://oilprice.com/oil-price-charts/">lower&nbsp;</a>for a second&nbsp;straight&nbsp;session. Brent, which has dropped 16% year-to-date, is now set to register its biggest monthly drop&nbsp;since 2021, a reflection of&nbsp;growing&nbsp;worries&nbsp;over&nbsp;weakening&nbsp;demand and geopolitical&nbsp;uncertainty.
At the same time, <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-04-28/latest-oil-market-news-and-analysis-for-april-29">OPEC+&#8217;s</a> hint at bringing production levels back online is exerting downward pressure on prices, with oversupply fears rising as much as the demand outlook weakens, according to Bloomberg.
Geopolitical events are further complicating matters. Negotiations between Tehran and Washington on Iran&#8217;s nuclear program have given tentative indications of progress. If diplomatic efforts result in sanctions easing, Iranian crude might return to global markets—a bearish oil price catalyst once again.
Investors in oil ETFs are also getting hit. As their prices decline, USO and XOP are experiencing increased volume as investors rethink their energy exposure in light of the increased uncertainty.
Looking forward, markets will be waiting to see economic data this week that can provide more clarity on trading conditions. Meanwhile, oil ETFs remain an important gauge of investor sentiment, capturing the fine balancing act of forces at play in the global energy market.
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Specialty ETFs

Oil's Slippery Slide: What USO And XOP ETFs Reveal About Energy Market Panic

Late last week, Valero Energy Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLO#NYSE">VLO</a>) reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/04/44977776/valero-posts-higher-than-expected-profit-despite-sharp-refining-margin-decline">better-than-declined quarterly profits</a>.
So far this year, the company's stock has underperformed its closest peer, Marathon Petroleum Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>) by around 6%. It also underperformed the Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>) by about 3%, according to Goldman Sachs.
The Valero Energy Analyst: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/586f95cd72b34c0001c9b160/neil-mehta">Analyst Neil Mehta</a> upgraded the rating from Sell to Neutral, while raising the price target from $115 to $127.
The Valero Energy Thesis: Many of the headwinds that resulted in the stock's underperformance are now reversing, Mehta said in the upgrade note.
Check out <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">other analyst stock ratings</a>.
The analyst stated three reasons for the upgrade:
<ul>
<li>Following consensus revisions, expectations better reflect "the deceleration in refining profitability with VLO 2025 EPS having been negatively revised by ~50% over the last year," he said.</li>
<li>The crude environment seems to be improving and the OPEC had begun adding barrels into the market, Mehta mentioned. "We believe the incremental heavy barrels should support more favorable crude differentials and support margins at Valero," he further wrote.</li>
<li>Although the demand environment in uncertain, the supply side is faced with larger refining closures.</li>
</ul>
"We additionally highlight the company's relatively healthy balance sheet and strong cash flow generation which we believe supports the company's continued commitment to shareholder returns," Mehta said.
Price Action: Shares of Valero Energy had risen by 0.32% to $115.14 at the time of publication on Tuesday.
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Analyst Color

Upgrades

Price Target

Analyst Ratings

Valero Energy Analyst Is No Longer Bearish: Here Are 3 Reasons Why

Morgan Stanley analyst Connor Lynagh maintains Marathon Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $175 to $160.

Morgan Stanley Maintains Overweight on Marathon Petroleum, Lowers Price Target to $160

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Shares of energy stocks are trading higher as the price of oil rises. Oil has gained amid overall market strength following US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's reported remarks about trade de-escalation with China. Recent Iran sanctions may also be driving supply uncertainty.

Shares of energy stocks are trading lower as oil falls amid US-Iran talks.

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Shares of energy stocks are up as oil prices rise amid US sanctions on Iran.

Barclays analyst Theresa Chen maintains Marathon Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $161 to $141.

Barclays Maintains Overweight on Marathon Petroleum, Lowers Price Target to $141

When the market throws a delightful little soiree for the bears and headlines scream of doom, gloom and capital destruction, it often feels like it&#8217;s the end of it all.
But odds are the world is not going to end.
It was the same in previous bear markets.
During the 1998 Russian crisis and the collapse of Long Term Capital Management, closed-door meetings at the New York offices of the Federal Reserve were held, in which participants discussed who would pony up enough cash to save the financial system.
Warren Buffett passed. Instead, a bunch of Wall Street and a few French banks stepped up with the necessary cash.
During the Great Financial Crisis, it felt like the financial system&#8217;s implosion was always just seconds away.
In the initial stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, the end of the world was the lead story for weeks on end.
In every case, the world survived and stocks recovered.
In each case, this was the winning investment strategy during the bear market.
If the end does come, I suspect none of us will be concerned about our stock portfolio.
I do not recall Charlton Heston asking Cornelius or Zira about the price of IBM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>) or General Motors (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) in Planet of the Apes.
Rick Grimes of The Walking Dead never takes a break from killing zombies to call his broker.
If the world survives the tariff war of 2025, we might want to make some of the moves that paid off in the aftermath of prior almost-end-of-the-world events.
One of the best strategies is buying dividends and dividend growth.
Investors who bought stocks like Pfizer (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PFE#NYSE">PFE</a>), Altria (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MO#NYSE">MO</a>) and CapitalOne (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COF#NYSE">COF</a>) in early 2009 not only locked in high levels of income, their gains over the next decade were spectacular.
Buying high-yield stocks like Unum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNM#NYSE">UNM</a>), Tanger Outlets (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SKT#NYSE">SKT</a>) and Marathon Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>) in the spring of 2020 has also worked out extraordinarily well for investors who allowed rational thinking to overcome fear.
Unless the world ends, this time should offer the same opportunities to lock in high yields from companies that also offer the potential for outsized long-term gains.
Shares of Pfizer have once again fallen to levels that make the stock a high-yielding opportunity for patient investors.
Pfizer has a diverse drug portfolio and is in a strong position in the vaccine markets. Going forward, they are shedding the off-patent drug business to focus on innovation and newer products.
Pfizer generates massive amounts of free cash flow, which is used to pay down debt, buy back stock and pay dividends.
The company plans to pay out 50% of cash flow as dividends so the payout should continue to grow over time.
Ford Motor (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>) is one of the best-positioned auto companies in the current environment and should do very well as the trade war progresses towards a conclusion.
Ford continues to dominate the pickup truck market and I don&#8217;t see that changing anytime soon.
Ford intends to have a presence in the EV market but will not abandon the traditional market anytime soon. The Mustang Mach-E and Lightning F-150 electric vehicles are both selling well and attracting customers who have never considered Ford products before.
Ford has focused on reducing debt and strengthening its balance sheet over the past few years, and this strategy is working.
The company currently has over $25 billion in cash and securities on the books.
The stock is currently yielding over 7% and has excellent long-term appreciation potential from current levels.
UPS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPS#NYSE">UPS</a>) shares have also fallen to the level where the dividend is attractive. At the current price, the yield is over 7%.
UPS seems like a solid bet, even with some bumps in the road ahead. They&#8217;re the big dog in package delivery, handling way more daily packages than FedEx in the US.
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This Strategy Outperforms In Bear Markets

Scotiabank analyst Paul Cheng maintains Marathon Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>) with a Sector Outperform and lowers the price target from $169 to $147.

Scotiabank Maintains Sector Outperform on Marathon Petroleum, Lowers Price Target to $147

Across the recent three months, 7 analysts have shared their insights on Marathon Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.
Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $176.43, along with a high estimate of $192.00 and a low estimate of $156.00. A decline of 1.36% from the prior average price target is evident in the current average. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744394430_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Marathon Petroleum. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Roger Read &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $175.00&#x7C;$185.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Justin Jenkins &#x7C;Raymond James &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Strong Buy &#x7C; $183.00&#x7C;$193.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Roger Read &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $185.00&#x7C;$183.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Theresa Chen &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $161.00&#x7C;$159.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Ryan Todd &#x7C;Piper Sandler &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $156.00&#x7C;$160.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Roger Read &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $183.00&#x7C;$182.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Justin Jenkins &#x7C;Raymond James &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Strong Buy &#x7C; $192.00&#x7C;$190.00 &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Marathon Petroleum. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Marathon Petroleum compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Marathon Petroleum's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
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For valuable insights into Marathon Petroleum's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Get to Know Marathon Petroleum Better</h2>
Marathon Petroleum is an independent refiner with 13 refineries in the midcontinent, West Coast, and Gulf Coast of the United States with total throughput capacity of 3.0 million barrels per day. Its Dickinson, North Dakota, facility produces 184 million gallons a year of renewable diesel. Its Martinez, California, facility has the ability to produce 730 million gallons a year of renewable diesel. The firm also owns and operates midstream assets primarily through its listed master limited partnership, MPLX.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Marathon Petroleum's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization surpasses industry averages, showcasing a dominant size relative to peers and suggesting a strong market position.
Decline in Revenue: Over the 3M period, Marathon Petroleum faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -8.6% in revenue growth as of 31 December, 2024. This signifies a reduction in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Energy sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Marathon Petroleum's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 1.12% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Marathon Petroleum's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 2.02% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Marathon Petroleum's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 0.47%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: With a high debt-to-equity ratio of 1.62, Marathon Petroleum faces challenges in effectively managing its debt levels, indicating potential financial strain.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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