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Marathon Petroleum recently attracted attention as analyst estimate revisions and a strong earnings outlook coincided with its shares outperforming both the Oils-Energy sector and the broader market over the past month. With the company set to discuss its third-quarter results on a now-completed November 3, 2026 conference call, the combination of upbeat analyst sentiment and earnings expectations has become a central focus for investors assessing its longer-term prospects. Against this...

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BDCO's refining rebound, stronger cash position and discounted valuation are tempered by debt defaults and volatile refining margins.

U.S. refiners are crushing the oil majors in 2026, with Valero, Marathon Petroleum and Phillips 66 more than doubling as record fuel cracks boost refining margins.

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Here is how Marathon Petroleum (MPC) and PBF Energy (PBF) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

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Marathon Petroleum Corporation (NYSE:MPC) has substantially outperformed the broader market, posting gains of almost 132% since the beginning of 2026. While investors worry about a potential valuation correction, Wells Fargo analysts expect the stock to rally further. On September 1, Wells Fargo raised its price target on MPC from $359 to $300, while reiterating an […]

PBF surges 168.4% in a year, while tight product markets, constrained refining capacity and a discounted valuation support its outlook.

Marathon Petroleum has outperformed the broader S&P 500 Index over the past year, and analysts remain moderately optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

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MPC's 138.6% YTD surge is backed by strong refining execution, high-return projects and robust cash flow, though cyclical risks remain.

DK enters second-half 2026 with stronger refining profits, no planned turnarounds and EOP gains boosting cash-flow potential.

Canadian Natural Resources rose 2.5% on Tuesday. The stock is inching toward a handle buy point of 51.48.

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Why Marathon Petroleum Stock Is Back in Focus Marathon Petroleum (MPC) is drawing renewed attention after recent Zacks research highlighted its Value grade of A and a Rank #2, alongside brokerage sentiment that clusters between Strong Buy and Buy. Over the past year, Marathon Petroleum’s share price return has been strong, with the stock gaining 44.14% over 90 days and 15.98% over 30 days. This helped lift the latest share price to $362.27 and contributed to a 1-year total shareholder return...

Based on the average brokerage recommendation (ABR), Marathon Petroleum (MPC) should be added to one's portfolio. Wall Street analysts' overly optimistic recommendations cast doubt on the effectiveness of this highly sought-after metric. So, is the stock worth buying?

MPC offers a cheaper valuation and MPLX stability, but VLO's stronger balance sheet and momentum give it the edge in this refiner face-off.

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Delek's cash flow is improving as refining margins and optimization efforts gain traction, while low valuation, leverage and regulatory uncertainty shape the case.

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MPC's strong Q2 results, higher refining margins and improving earnings outlook support the rally, but cyclical risks raise the bar.

Why Marathon Petroleum Stock Is Back in Focus Marathon Petroleum (MPC) has moved back onto investors’ radar after a very strong second quarter earnings report, with refining and marketing operations outperforming expectations and unplanned refinery downtime hitting its lowest level this decade. See our latest analysis for Marathon Petroleum. The earnings surprise, lower refinery downtime and a fresh US$1.00 per share dividend declaration have come alongside strong share price momentum. A year...