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Gasoline prices are punishing drivers at the pump while a handful of companies are posting the most profitable quarters in their histories, and the structural reason this keeps happening has nothing to do with luck or crude oil prices.

Marathon Petroleum Corp. (NYSE:MPC) reported second-quarter 2026 results that comfortably exceeded Wall Street expectations, supported by significantly stronger refining margins and robust operational performance.

Higher crack spreads driven by Strait of Hormuz supply disruptions pushed the refiner's quarterly net income to $5.1 billion

Valero posts a broad-based Q2 beat as stronger refining, renewable diesel and ethanol profits boost earnings and cash flow.

Marathon Petroleum (MPC) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of +22.11% and +50.26%, respectively, for the quarter ended June 2026. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

The latest trading day saw Marathon Petroleum (MPC) settling at $312.35, representing a +1.01% change from its previous close.

Amid intensifying Iran war disruptions and record crack spreads, Valero, Marathon Petroleum, and Phillips 66 shares have surged to all-time highs, backed by strong earnings, buybacks, and dividends.

Oil prices jumped on Monday as President Donald Trump said the U.S. will reimpose a blockade on Iranian ports and provide other countries safe passage —for a fee — through the Strait of Hormuz. The announcement follows an escalation of U.S.-Iran military strikes after Tehran had targeted ships in the Strait traveling an alternative path to the Tehran-approved route open for ships paying a fee to the regime. With U.S.-Iran negotiations at an impasse over control of the key global shipping route and Tehran's nuclear program, the diplomatic route — and Wall Street's assumption that flare-ups in fighting won't lead the sides back to war — is facing its biggest test.

Oil prices jumped on Monday amid escalation of Middle East conflict as the U.S. challenged Iran's assertion of control over the Strait of Hormuz. With U.S.-Iran negotiations at an impasse over the key global shipping route and Tehran's nuclear program, Wall Street's assumption that flare-ups in fighting won't lead the sides back to war is being tested, but still holding firm. With Iran declaring the Strait of Hormuz closed, S&P 500 futures traded slightly lower, with APA, Occidental Petroleum and Devon Energy trading high on the index.

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MPC stock jumps 52% in six months on strong refining execution. But can operational strengths outweigh valuation and cyclical risks ahead?

DK completed its Big Spring refinery turnaround on time and within budget, setting up improved operations as stronger refining markets create new opportunities.

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VLO, MUSA, and MPC it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) growth stocks list on June 16, 2026.

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +1.67%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +1.24%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +2.79%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are up +1.72%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +1.62%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +1.09%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +2.73%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are up +1.61%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

SHEL halts its $3 billion buyback program as it pursues the $16.4 billion ARC acquisition.

NBR is expanding its global footprint with new rig deployments, innovative drilling technologies, debt reduction and long-term contracts that strengthen revenue stability.

VLO, MUSA, and MPC it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) growth stocks list on June 12, 2026.

Is MPC a good stock to buy? We came across a bullish thesis on Marathon Petroleum Corporation on X.com by @MoneyShow. In this article, we will summarize the bulls’ thesis on MPC. Marathon Petroleum Corporation’s share was trading at $258.15 as of June 9th. MPC’s trailing and forward P/E were 16.99 and 7.43 respectively according to Yahoo […]

Does Marathon Petroleum (MPC) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

MU, FIVE and MPC screened as top momentum stocks, combining strong earnings trends, positive price action and upbeat growth forecasts.

MPC trades near a 52-week high, but rising refining margins, growing MPLX cash flows and strong shareholder returns continue to support growth.

VLO, DY, and MPC it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) growth stocks list on June 10, 2026.

If you are wondering whether Marathon Petroleum's recent share price puts it on sale or stretches its value, the next sections will walk through what the current numbers actually say. At a last close of US$266.17, the stock shows returns of 2.9% over 7 days, 8.7% over 30 days, 61.2% year to date and 69.3% over 1 year, with a very large gain over 5 years. Recent news coverage has focused on Marathon Petroleum as a major US refiner and fuels supplier, with attention on how market conditions...

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Monday closed up +0.30%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down -0.16%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +1.58%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) rose +0.18%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

In recent days, Marathon Petroleum reported first-quarter 2026 earnings that exceeded analyst expectations, driven by strong Refining & Marketing performance and an expanded US$8.60 billion share repurchase authorization. This combination of earnings strength and aggressive buybacks highlights how the company is leaning on cash generation to reshape its capital structure. Next, we’ll examine how Marathon Petroleum’s stronger-than-expected earnings and enlarged buyback program influence its...

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +1.01%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.46%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +2.39%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are up +1.00%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

VLO, HRB, and MPC it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) growth stocks list on June 8, 2026.