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Murphy USA operates more than 1,700 fueling stations and convenience stores primarily across the Midwest and Southeastern United States. The firm owns about 75% of its locations, with most stores situated in high-traffic areas near Walmart supercenters. Murphy's stores typically range from 1,400-2,800 square feet, with most of its in-store sales derived from tobacco and nicotine products. The firm acquired about 150 QuickChek stores in 2021, boosting its presence in grocery and foodservice. Murphy generates about two thirds of its profit from fuel retailing, with the remaining third coming from in-store sales.

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바이킹 펀드 매니지먼트(Viking Fund Management)의 최근 13F 공시를 보면, 2024년 대선을 앞두고 일부 석유 기업 주식을 매도하는 등 3분기에 어떤 회사를 사고 팔았는지 확인할 수 있다. 13F 공시를 통해 보고한 포지션은 다음과 같다.

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Murphy USA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 20.91% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 33.99%. Currently, Murphy USA has a market capitalization of $10.23 billion. 
Buying $1000 In MUSA: If an investor had bought $1000 of MUSA stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $4,297.27 today based on a price of $505.23 for MUSA at the time of writing.
<h3>Murphy USA's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1735335907_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Here's How Much $1000 Invested In Murphy USA 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

Murphy USA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 21.25% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 34.22%. Currently, Murphy USA has a market capitalization of $10.53 billion. 
Buying $100 In MUSA: If an investor had bought $100 of MUSA stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $435.98 today based on a price of $519.99 for MUSA at the time of writing.
<h3>Murphy USA's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734733816_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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$100 Invested In Murphy USA 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

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Shares of several companies in the retail space are trading lower amid overall market weakness following the Fed's rate decision to cut rates by 25 basis points.

Murphy USA's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) short percent of float has fallen 6.68% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 1.07 million shares sold short, which is 5.87% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 7.21 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Murphy USA Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
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As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Murphy USA has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Murphy USA's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Murphy USA's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 10.44%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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Peering Into Murphy USA's Recent Short Interest

Murphy USA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 22.29% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 35.93%. Currently, Murphy USA has a market capitalization of $11.04 billion. 
Buying $100 In MUSA: If an investor had bought $100 of MUSA stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $464.00 today based on a price of $545.34 for MUSA at the time of writing.
<h3>Murphy USA's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732543285_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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$100 Invested In This Stock 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth $500 Today

A new 13F filing from Viking Fund Management reveals which companies the fund bought and sold in the third quarter, including exiting some oil companies ahead of the 2024 election.
Third Quarter Exits: Viking Fund Management sold out of eight stocks completely in the third quarter, including positions in some of the largest oil companies.
Here are the positions exited, as <a href="https://13f.info/13f/000116906924000080/compare/000116906924000006">reported </a>by 13finfo:
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<li>Marathon Oil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRO#NYSE">MRO</a>)</li>
<li>Shell PLC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHEL#NYSE">SHEL</a>)</li>
<li>SM Energy Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SM#NYSE">SM</a>)</li>
<li>Southern Copper Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SCCO#NYSE">SCCO</a>)</li>
<li>Sociedad Quimica y Minera (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SQM#NYSE">SQM</a>)</li>
<li>Murphy USA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>)</li>
<li>Sanofi SA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNY#NYSE">SNY</a>)</li>
<li>Cactus Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WHD#NYSE">WHD</a>)</li>
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Third Quarter New Positions: The following were the new stocks added to the fund in the third quarter, ranked in size by the dollar value at the end of the quarter.
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<li>Kodiak Gas Services (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KGS#NYSE">KGS</a>)</li>
<li>EQT Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EQT#NYSE">EQT</a>)</li>
<li>HF Sinclair Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DINO#NYSE">DINO</a>)</li>
<li>Weatherford International (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFRD#NASDAQ">WFRD</a>)</li>
<li>NRG Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NRG#NYSE">NRG</a>)</li>
<li>Vertiv Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VRT#NYSE">VRT</a>)</li>
<li>Chart Industries (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GTLS#NYSE">GTLS</a>)</li>
<li>Vistra Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VST#NYSE">VST</a>)</li>
<li>United Microelectronics (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UMC#NYSE">UMC</a>)</li>
<li>Eversource Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ES#NYSE">ES</a>)</li>
<li>Portland General Electric (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/POR#NYSE">POR</a>)</li>
<li>Restaurant Brands International (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QSR#NYSE">QSR</a>)</li>
<li>Nutrien (NTR.TO – Canada)</li>
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 Big Moves: The fund made several changes to its existing positions alongside the new positions and exited positions.
Here are the biggest additions in the quarter to existing stakes:
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<li>Civitas Resources (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CIVI#NYSE">CIVI</a>): +16,900%</li>
<li>Broadcom Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>): +882%</li>
<li>LyondellBassell Industries (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LYB#NYSE">LYB</a>): +400%</li>
<li>Rio Tinto PLC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIO#NYSE">RIO</a>): +386%</li>
<li>Dow Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>): +200%</li>
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Here are the biggest position cuts during the quarter to existing stakes:
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<li>Texas Pacific Land (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TPL#NYSE">TPL</a>): -60%</li>
<li>Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>): -50%</li>
<li>Haliburton Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HAL#NYSE">HAL</a>): -40%</li>
<li>ExxonMobil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>): -36%</li>
<li>Ovintiv (OVV.TO – Canada): -33%</li>
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Why It's Important: At the end of the quarter, these are the fund's largest positions ranked by dollar value and the percentage they make up of the fund:
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<li>Broadcom: $27.96 million, 4.5%</li>
<li>AbbVie Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABBV#NYSE">ABBV</a>): $24.88 million, 4.0%</li>
<li>NextEra Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NEE#NYSE">NEE</a>): $22.65 million, 3.7%</li>
<li>Entergy Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ETR#NYSE">ETR</a>): $16.27 million, 2.6%</li>
<li>BlackRock Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLK#NYSE">BLK</a>): $14.24 million, 2.3%</li>
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The fund added significantly to its position in Broadcom, which remains the largest holding.
The quarter saw the sale of several oil stocks, but the fund opened new positions in several energy names in the quarter.
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Viking Fund Management Sells Big Oil Stocks In Q3, Cuts Tesla Position In Half, Adds To Largest Position Broadcom

A substantial insider activity was disclosed on November 12, as Bacon, SVP at Murphy USA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>), reported the exercise of a large sell of company stock options.
What Happened: A Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001573516/000112760224027077//Archives/edgar/data/1573516/000112760224027077/0001127602-24-027077-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Tuesday revealed that Bacon, SVP at Murphy USA in the Consumer Discretionary sector, exercised stock options for 8,100 shares of MUSA stock. The exercise price of the options was $116.24 per share.
Murphy USA shares are currently trading down by 0.42%, with a current price of $527.0 as of Wednesday morning. This brings the total value of Bacon's 8,100 shares to $3,327,148.
<h3>About Murphy USA</h3>
Murphy USA operates more than 1,700 fueling stations and convenience stores primarily across the Midwest and Southeastern United States. The firm owns about 75% of its locations, with most stores situated in high-traffic areas near Walmart supercenters. Murphy's stores typically range from 1,400-2,800 square feet, with most of its in-store sales derived from tobacco products. The firm acquired about 150 QuickChek stores in 2021, boosting its presence in grocery and foodservice. Murphy generates about two thirds of its profit from fuel retailing, with the remaining third coming from in-store sales.
<h3>Murphy USA: Financial Performance Dissected</h3>
Decline in Revenue: Over the 3 months period, Murphy USA faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -9.65% in revenue growth as of 30 September, 2024. This signifies a reduction in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Consumer Discretionary sector.
Interpreting Earnings Metrics:
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Gross Margin: The company shows a low gross margin of 11.87%, indicating concerns regarding cost management and overall profitability relative to its industry counterparts.
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Earnings per Share (EPS): Murphy USA's EPS is a standout, portraying a positive bottom-line trend that exceeds the industry average with a current EPS of 7.3.
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Debt Management: Murphy USA's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 2.8.
Navigating Market Valuation:
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: A higher-than-average P/E ratio of 21.88 suggests caution, as the stock may be overvalued in the eyes of investors.
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: The P/S ratio of 0.54 is lower than the industry average, implying a discounted valuation for Murphy USA's stock in relation to sales performance.
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EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): A high EV/EBITDA ratio of 12.91 reflects market recognition of Murphy USA's value, positioning it as more highly valued compared to industry peers.
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Market Capitalization: Positioned above industry average, the company's market capitalization underscores its superiority in size, indicative of a strong market presence.
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<h3>Why Insider Transactions Are Important</h3>
Insider transactions shouldn't be used primarily to make an investing decision, however an insider transaction can be an important factor in the investing decision. 
Exploring the legal landscape, an "insider" is defined as any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities, as stipulated by Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This encompasses executives in the c-suite and major hedge funds. These insiders are required to report their transactions through a Form 4 filing, which must be submitted within two business days of the transaction.
Highlighted by a company insider's new purchase, there's a positive anticipation for the stock to rise.
But, insider sells may not necessarily indicate a bearish view and can be motivated by various factors.
<h3>Important Transaction Codes</h3>
When dissecting transactions, the focal point for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> is often those occurring in the open market, meticulously detailed in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 denotes a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C indicates the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Engaging In Options Activity, Renee Bacon Exercises Options Valued At $3.33M In Murphy USA

Highlighted on November 12, it was unveiled in an SEC filing that CHUMLEY, SVP at Murphy USA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>), executed a significant transaction involving the exercise of company stock options.
What Happened: Disclosed in a Form 4 filing on Tuesday with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001573516/000112760224027084//Archives/edgar/data/1573516/000112760224027084/0001127602-24-027084-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a>, CHUMLEY, SVP at Murphy USA, executed a strategic derivative sale. This involved exercising stock options for 4,400 shares of MUSA, resulting in a transaction value of $1,764,400.
Murphy USA shares are trading, exhibiting down of 0.42% and priced at $527.0 during Wednesday's morning. This values CHUMLEY's 4,400 shares at $1,764,400.
<h3>Delving into Murphy USA's Background</h3>
Murphy USA operates more than 1,700 fueling stations and convenience stores primarily across the Midwest and Southeastern United States. The firm owns about 75% of its locations, with most stores situated in high-traffic areas near Walmart supercenters. Murphy's stores typically range from 1,400-2,800 square feet, with most of its in-store sales derived from tobacco products. The firm acquired about 150 QuickChek stores in 2021, boosting its presence in grocery and foodservice. Murphy generates about two thirds of its profit from fuel retailing, with the remaining third coming from in-store sales.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of Murphy USA</h3>
Revenue Growth: Murphy USA's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has faced challenges. As of 30 September, 2024, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately -9.65%. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Consumer Discretionary sector.
Holistic Profitability Examination:
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Gross Margin: The company issues a cost efficiency warning with a low gross margin of 11.87%, indicating potential difficulties in maintaining profitability compared to its peers.
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Earnings per Share (EPS): The company excels with an EPS that surpasses the industry average. With a current EPS of 7.3, Murphy USA showcases strong earnings per share.
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Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 2.8, Murphy USA adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
Financial Valuation:
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: Murphy USA's stock is currently priced at a premium level, as reflected in the higher-than-average P/E ratio of 21.88.
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: The current P/S ratio of 0.54 is below industry norms, suggesting potential undervaluation and presenting an investment opportunity for those considering sales performance.
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EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): Boasting an EV/EBITDA ratio of 12.91, Murphy USA demonstrates a robust market valuation, outperforming industry benchmarks.
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Market Capitalization Analysis: With a profound presence, the company's market capitalization is above industry averages. This reflects substantial size and strong market recognition.
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<h3>Why Insider Transactions Are Key in Investment Decisions</h3>
Insightful as they may be, insider transactions should be considered alongside a thorough examination of other investment criteria.
In legal terms, an "insider" refers to any officer, director, or beneficial owner of more than ten percent of a company's equity securities registered under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This can include executives in the c-suite and large hedge funds. These insiders are required to let the public know of their transactions via a Form 4 filing, which must be filed within two business days of the transaction.
When a company insider makes a new purchase, that is an indication that they expect the stock to rise.
Insider sells, on the other hand, can be made for a variety of reasons, and may not necessarily mean that the seller thinks the stock will go down. 
<h3>Essential Transaction Codes Unveiled</h3>
For <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a>, a primary focus lies on transactions occurring in the open market, as indicated in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 denotes a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Insider Move: ROBERT CHUMLEY Exercises Options, Realizing $1.76M At Murphy USA

Murphy USA's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) short percent of float has fallen 4.02% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 1.19 million shares sold short, which is 6.44% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 7.44 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Murphy USA Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730493026_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Murphy USA has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Murphy USA's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Murphy USA's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 12.17%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

(MUSA) - Analyzing Murphy USA's Short Interest

Murphy USA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $7.20 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $6.79 by 6.04 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $5.239 billion which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $5.620 billion by 6.78 percent. This is a 9.64 percent decrease over sales of $5.798 billion the same period last year.

Earnings

Earnings Beats

Earnings Misses

Murphy USA Q3 2024 GAAP EPS $7.20 Beats $6.79 Estimate, Sales $5.239B Miss $5.620B Estimate

Murphy USA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 18.41% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 32.04%. Currently, Murphy USA has a market capitalization of $9.85 billion. 
Buying $1000 In MUSA: If an investor had bought $1000 of MUSA stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $4,158.07 today based on a price of $480.59 for MUSA at the time of writing.
<h3>Murphy USA's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730302220_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

The dividend is payable on December 2, 2024, to stockholders of record as of November 4, 2024.

Dividends

Murphy USA Boosts Quarterly Cash Dividend By 6.7% From $0.45 To $0.48 Per Share

Murphy USA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 13.31% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 25.09%. Currently, Murphy USA has a market capitalization of $9.76 billion. 
Buying $100 In MUSA: If an investor had bought $100 of MUSA stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $959.90 today based on a price of $476.40 for MUSA at the time of writing.
<h3>Murphy USA's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1728311413_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

$100 Invested In This Stock 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth $1,000 Today

Murphy USA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 13.58% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 24.79%. Currently, Murphy USA has a market capitalization of $9.98 billion. 
Buying $1000 In MUSA: If an investor had bought $1000 of MUSA stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $8,979.39 today based on a price of $487.04 for MUSA at the time of writing.
<h3>Murphy USA's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1727290853_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Here's How Much You Would Have Made Owning Murphy USA Stock In The Last 10 Years

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Murphy USA shares are trading lower after JP Morgan downgraded the stock from Neutral to Underweight but raised its price target from $415 to $435.

Murphy USA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) underwent analysis by 5 analysts in the last quarter, revealing a spectrum of viewpoints from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $521.4, a high estimate of $560.00, and a low estimate of $435.00. This current average reflects an increase of 6.5% from the previous average price target of $489.60. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1726754411_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Murphy USA. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>John Royall</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$435.00</td>
<td>$415.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anthony Bonadio</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$560.00</td>
<td>$540.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bobby Griffin</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$545.00</td>
<td>$530.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Irene Nattel</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$537.00</td>
<td>$538.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bobby Griffin</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$530.00</td>
<td>$425.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Murphy USA. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on 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 Murphy USA compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Murphy USA's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MUSA/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Murphy USA analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Discovering Murphy USA: A Closer Look</h2>
Murphy USA operates more than 1,700 fueling stations and convenience stores primarily across the Midwest and Southeastern United States. The firm owns about 75% of its locations, with most stores situated in high-traffic areas near Walmart supercenters. Murphy's stores typically range from 1,400-2,800 square feet, with most of its in-store sales derived from tobacco products. The firm acquired about 150 QuickChek stores in 2021, boosting its presence in grocery and foodservice. Murphy generates about two thirds of its profit from fuel retailing, with the remaining third coming from in-store sales.
<h3>Murphy USA's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
Market Capitalization: Surpassing industry standards, the company's market capitalization asserts its dominance in terms of size, suggesting a robust market position.
Decline in Revenue: Over the 3 months period, Murphy USA faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -2.39% in revenue growth as of 30 June, 2024. This signifies a reduction in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: Murphy USA's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 2.66%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Murphy USA's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 18.18% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Murphy USA's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 3.31%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: Murphy USA's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 2.79.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Analyst Ratings

Unveiling 5 Analyst Insights On Murphy USA

JP Morgan analyst John Royall downgrades Murphy USA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) from Neutral to Underweight and raises the price target from $415 to $435.

Downgrades

Price Target

JP Morgan Downgrades Murphy USA to Underweight, Raises Price Target to $435

Murphy USA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 14.43% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 25.14%. Currently, Murphy USA has a market capitalization of $10.72 billion. 
Buying $1000 In MUSA: If an investor had bought $1000 of MUSA stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $9,717.52 today based on a price of $522.90 for MUSA at the time of writing.
<h3>Murphy USA's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1726088411_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

$1000 Invested In This Stock 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth $9,700 Today

Murphy USA's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUSA#NYSE">MUSA</a>) short percent of float has fallen 16.56% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 995 thousand shares sold short, which is 5.39% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 4.57 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Murphy USA Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1725544812_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Murphy USA has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Murphy USA's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Murphy USA's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 12.66%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

Looking Into Murphy USA's Recent Short Interest

Anthony Bonadio, an analyst from Wells Fargo, maintained the Buy rating on Murphy USA (MUSA – Research Report). The associated price target remains...

Strong Performance and Stable Outlook Drive Buy Recommendation for Murphy USA

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As consumer spending picks up and disposable income rises, the specialty retail sector is set for a significant leap. Hence, investors looking to ride this wave could consider Arko (ARKO), Murphy USA (MUSA), and Sally Beauty (SBH) stocks for solid gains. Read on… Increased personal spending and higher disposable income are fueling strong sales momentum. This creates a prime opportunity for investors to capitalize on the growth of the retail sector. Specialty retailer stocks, Arko Corp. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ARKO/">ARKO</a>), Murphy USA Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/MUSA/">MUSA</a>), and Sally Beauty Holdings, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SBH/">SBH</a>), seem well-positioned for growth.
Recently, the Federal Reserve dropped a quarter-point cut to its key interest rate, sending ripples through the economy. This marks the Fed's third rate cut of the year, adjusting its target rate to a range <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/business/economy/federal-reserve-interest-rate-cut-december-2024-much-economy-rcna184586">between 4.25% and 4.5%</a>. While the market expected three cuts for 2025, the Fed's new projections suggest only two.
Despite that conservative outlook, the Fed's statement had a surprisingly optimistic tone. Jerome Powell, the Fed Chair, highlighted how the U.S. economy is faring better than most others, which is something to cheer about.
But here is the interesting twist. Consumers do not seem to be sweating it. Retail sales for November <a href="https://www.census.gov/retail/marts/www/marts_current.pdf">climbed 0.7% in a monthly increase</a>, surpassing forecasts of 0.6%. Even better, the October sales figure was revised upwards from 0.4% to 0.5%. Retailers are seeing steady growth, and confidence is high in the market.
Looking deeper into consumer behavior, disposable personal income in November <a href="https://www.bea.gov/news/blog/2024-12-20/personal-income-and-outlays-november-2024">jumped by $61.10 billion</a>, or 0.3%, from the previous month. Meanwhile, consumer spending soared by $81.30 billion in the same monthly comparison. This opens up a great opportunity for investors to consider specialty retailers.
The sector seems to be holding strong, bolstered by the holiday season. With rising sales figures and a positive retail outlook, there is plenty of room for growth.
So, let us dive deep into the fundamentals of three <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/specialty-retailers/">Specialty Retailer</a> stocks, starting with #3.
Stock #3: Arko Corp. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ARKO/">ARKO</a>)
ARKO operates convenience stores and sells fuel and merchandise to retail and wholesale customers. The company carries out its operations through four segments: Retail; Wholesale; Fleet Fueling; and GPMP.
On August 28, ARKO <a href="https://www.arkocorp.com/news-events/press-releases/detail/173/arko-corp-opens-new-handy-mart-store-in-newport-north">announced the opening</a> of its newest Handy Mart store in Newport, North Carolina. The 5,600-square-foot store that offers a range of food and drinks could boost the company's sales and strengthen its market presence in the area.
ARKO's trailing-12-month cash per share of $2.52 is 5% higher than the industry average of $2.40. Moreover, the stock's trailing-12-month asset turnover ratio of 2.42x is 144.8% higher than the industry average of 0.99x.
For the fiscal 2024 third quarter that ended September 30, ARKO's total revenues came in at $2.28 billion. Its <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/o/operatingincome.asp">operating income</a> was reported to be $41.57 million. Plus, the company's adjusted EBITDA came in at $78.78 million.
Additionally, net income attributable to ARKO totaled $9.67 million, while net income per share attributable to common shareholders was $0.07.
Analysts expect ARKO's revenue for the fiscal year ending December 2025 to come in at $8.79 billion. Its EPS for the same period is expected to rise 107.9% year-over-year to $0.35.
Shares of ARKO have surged 6.9% over the past six months and 13.6% over the past nine months, closing the last trading session at $6.53.
ARKO's <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a> mirror its solid fundamentals. It has an overall rating of B, equating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings are calculated by taking into account 118 different factors, with each factor weighted to an optimal degree.
ARKO has a B grade for Stability and Value. Within the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/specialty-retailers/">Specialty Retailers</a> industry, it is ranked #11 out of 38 stocks.
In addition to the POWR Ratings highlighted above, you can check ARKO's ratings for Growth, Momentum, Quality, and Sentiment <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ARKO/">here</a>.
Stock #2: Murphy USA Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/MUSA/">MUSA</a>)
MUSA markets retail motor fuel products and convenience merchandise. The company operates retail locations under the Murphy USA, Murphy Express, and QuickChek brands, including non-fuel convenience stores.
MUSA's trailing-12-month ROCE of 60.92% is 440.5% higher than the industry average of 11.27%. Its trailing-12-month ROTC of 15.15% is 144.1% higher than the sector average of 6.21%. Likewise, the stock's trailing-12-month asset turnover ratio of 4.20x is 324.2% higher than the industry average of 0.99x.
For the fiscal third quarter that ended September 30, 2024, MUSA reported total operating revenues of $5.24 billion, with an operating income of $221.60 million. Adjusted EBITDA reached $285.60 million. The company also posted a net income of $149.20 million and earnings of $7.20 per common share.
For the fiscal 2025 first quarter ending March 2025, Street expects MUSA's revenue and EPS to increase 3.7% and 59.1% year-over-year to $5.02 billion and $4.96, respectively.
The stock has surged 6.7% over the past six months and 41.9% over the past year to close the last trading session at $511.53.
MUSA's robust prospects are reflected in its POWR Ratings. The stock has an overall rating of B, which translates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
MUSA has a B grade for Value. It is ranked #10 out of 38 stocks in the Specialty Retailers industry.
To access MUSA's Growth, Momentum, Stability, Sentiment, and Quality ratings, <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/MUSA/">click here</a>.
Stock #1: Sally Beauty Holdings, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SBH/">SBH</a>) 
SBH is a specialty retailer and distributor of professional beauty supplies. The company has two segments: Sally Beauty Supply and Beauty Systems Group. It offers hair color and care products, skin and nail care products, and styling tools under Wella, Paul Mitchell, and L'Oreal brands.
On October 24, SBH <a href="https://www.sallybeautyholdings.com/investor-relations/financial-information/press-releases/2024/10-24-2024-140548918">expanded its styling tool collection</a> with the unveiling of its ion Luxe 8-In-1 Airstyler Pro. With new and improved features, the new release could enhance SBH's customer growth and boost its revenue growth.
SBH's trailing-12-month gross profit margin of 50.86% is 35.1% higher than the industry average of 37.77%. Its trailing-12-month ROCE of 26.98% is 139.4% higher than the 11.27% industry average. Additionally, the stock's trailing-12-month asset turnover ratio of 1.35x is 36.2% higher than the sector average of 0.99x.
For the fiscal 2024 fourth quarter that ended September 30, SBH's net sales increased 1.5% year-over-year to $935.03 million. Its adjusted operating earnings grew 11% from the year-ago value to $88.02 million. Also, the company's adjusted EBITDA rose 8.1% from the prior year's quarter to $118.14 million.
Moreover, the company's adjusted net income and adjusted EPS increased 14.5% and 19% year-over-year to $52.33 million and $0.50, respectively.
The consensus revenue and EPS estimates of $943.80 million and $0.43 for the fiscal 2025 first quarter ending December 2024 exhibit a year-over-year rise of 1.3% and 10.3%, respectively. Additionally, the company surpassed the consensus EPS estimates in three of the four trailing quarters.
Shares of SBH have surged 10.6% over the past six months, closing the last trading session at $11.37.
SBH's stable prospects are apparent in its POWR Ratings. It has an overall rating of B, equating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
SBH has an A grade for Value and a B for Quality. Within the same industry, it is ranked #7 out of 38 stocks.
<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SBH/">Click here</a> to access SBH's ratings for Growth, Stability, Sentiment, and Momentum.
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