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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 will have the ability to produce 730 million gallons a year of renewable diesel once converted. The firm also owns and operates midstream assets primarily through its listed master limited partnership, MPLX.

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<p>As geopolitical tensions between Iran and Israel escalate, the global energy markets are once again on edge. Recent developments, including Iranian missile strikes on Tel Aviv and Israel&#39;s ground operations in southern Lebanon, have rattled investor confidence. The rising fear that the conflict in the Middle East could disrupt supply from key oil-producing nations has already triggered a surge in oil prices.</p>
<p>The effects of market volatility are generally more subdued for the midstream energy sector, which plays a critical role in transporting and storing oil and natural gas. These companies&#39; operational models are designed to offer stability, largely insulated from fluctuating commodity prices. In the current climate of uncertainty, midstream firms are proving their resilience by maintaining steady revenue streams through long-term contracts, even as oil prices spike.</p>
<h2>Stability in Unstable Times</h2>
<p>Midstream energy companies, which manage essential infrastructure like pipelines and storage facilities, typically operate under long-term &quot;take-or-pay&quot; contracts. These contracts guarantee that shippers, such as oil producers, pay for reserved capacity regardless of how much they use&nbsp;it. This framework ensures that&nbsp;midstream firms receive stable revenues, independent of short-term shifts in oil prices or demand fluctuations.</p>
<p>This unique model allows midstream players to secure predictable cash flows and earnings, even during market turmoil. As oil prices climb due to concerns over supply disruptions, midstream companies can benefit from increased production activity and higher throughput in their pipelines without being directly exposed to the volatility of oil prices.</p>
<h2>Leveraging Oil Price Increases</h2>
<p>While midstream firms are generally insulated from price swings, rising oil prices can still create growth opportunities. In particular, higher oil prices encourage producers to ramp up output, especially in the key U.S. basins like the Permian. This, in turn, drives the volumes transported by midstream companies and boosts the demand for storage services, as producers may choose to hold onto crude until prices peak.</p>
<p>By capitalizing on the increased production and transportation activity, midstream companies can see revenue growth through higher tariffs on their pipelines and enhanced utilization of storage assets.</p>
<h2>Midstream Leaders: EPD, MPLX &amp; HESM</h2>
<p><strong>Enterprise Products Partners </strong>(NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/epd#NYSE">EPD</a>): With a substantial portion of its revenues coming from long-term, fee-based contracts, EPD remains largely insulated from commodity price volatility. The company&#39;s extensive crude oil pipeline infrastructure, particularly in the Permian Basin, positions it to benefit from increased production activity as oil prices rise.</p>
<p><strong>MPLX LP </strong>(NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/mplx#NYSE">MPLX</a>): Through its strong partnership with <strong>Marathon Petroleum Corporation</strong> (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/mpc#NYSE">MPC</a>), MPLX secures consistent revenues via long-term agreements with minimum volume commitments. This predictable income stream, combined with its expansive network of pipelines in key U.S. regions, allows MPLX to capitalize on higher oil prices through increased throughput and demand for storage services.</p>
<p><strong>Hess Midstream </strong>(NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/hesm#NYSE">HESM</a>): Generating nearly all its revenues from long-term, fee-based contracts with <strong>Hess Corporation</strong> (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/hes#NYSE">HES</a>), Hess Midstream is shielded from commodity price fluctuations. HESM&#39;s predictable income model, combined with increased production by Hess in times of higher oil prices, provides growth opportunities tied to greater volumes across its infrastructure.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2349423/3-midstream-stocks-poised-to-benefit-as-geopolitical-tensions-rise?cid=CS-BENZ-FT-analyst_blog|industry_focus-2349423">To read this article on Zacks.com click here.</a></p>


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<p>Citigroup  analyst Vikram Bagri   maintains Marathon Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $172 to $167.</p>


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Citigroup Maintains Neutral on Marathon Petroleum, Lowers Price Target to $167

<p>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 $191 to $170.</p>


Scotiabank Maintains Sector Outperform on Marathon Petroleum, Lowers Price Target to $170

<p>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 $180 to $168.</p>


Barclays Maintains Overweight on Marathon Petroleum, Lowers Price Target to $168

<p>JP Morgan  analyst John Royall   maintains Marathon Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $172 to $171.</p>


JP Morgan Maintains Neutral on Marathon Petroleum, Lowers Price Target to $171

<p>Wells Fargo  analyst Roger Read   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 $196 to $183.</p>


Wells Fargo Maintains Overweight on Marathon Petroleum, Lowers Price Target to $183

<p>After starting the week with a negative session, U.S. markets rebounded on Tuesday, driven by falling oil prices, which helped alleviate concerns about a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41234471/september-inflation-preview-traders-brace-for-market-jitters-as-crucial-report-loom">potential resurgence in inflation.</a></p>
<p>Crude oil dropped as much as 5% on the day, weighed down by China&#8217;s lack of additional fiscal stimulus and a de-escalation in geopolitical tensions between Israel and Iran.</p>
<p>At the same time, Treasury yields paused their recent climb, offering further relief to investors.</p>
<p>Optimism surrounding the upcoming earnings season also buoyed traders, leading to renewed buying in tech stocks and key AI-linked companies. The S&amp;P 500 gained 0.8%, the Nasdaq 100 rallied 1.3% on the back of semiconductor strength, while the Russell 2000 posted a more modest 0.4% rise.</p>
<p>The Magnificent Seven stocks—<strong>Microsoft Corp.</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NYSE">MSFT</a>), <strong>Apple Inc.</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), <strong>NVIDIA Corp.</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), <strong>Alphabet Inc.</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>), <strong>Amazon Inc</strong>. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), <strong>Meta Platforms Inc.</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) and <strong>Tesla, Inc.</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>)—were all in the green, collectively adding around $250 billion in market capitalization and inching closer to a combined market value of $16 trillion.</p>
<p>Meanwhile, the CBOE Volatility Index (VIX), often referred to as Wall Street&#8217;s &#8220;fear gauge,&#8221; fell 6%, reversing a sharp 17% spike from Monday.</p>
<p>Commodity markets weren&#8217;t spared from the broader Chinese-led sell-off, with metal prices taking a hit. Gold dropped 1.2%, while silver plunged over 4%, both reacting to China&#8217;s underwhelming stimulus news.</p>
<p>In the crypto space, <strong>Bitcoin</strong> (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) rose 0.5%, trading at $62,479.</p>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Tuesday&#8217;s Performance In Major US Indices, ETFs</h3>
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<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>20,051.16</td>
<td>1.3%</td>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,742.69</td>
<td>0.8%</td>
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<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,201.50</td>
<td>0.4%</td>
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>42,017.06</td>
<td>0.1%</td>
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<p><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Updated at 12:50 p.m. ET</em></figcaption></p></figure></p>
<p>According to <a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent100824&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a> data: </p>
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<li>The&nbsp;<strong>SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust</strong>&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>)&nbsp;edged 0.7% higher to $571.68.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;<strong>SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;</strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>)&nbsp;inched 0.1% up to $420.10.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy <strong>Invesco QQQ Trust Series</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) rose 1.2% to $487.35.</li>
<li>The <strong>iShares Russell 2000 ETF</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) rose 0.3% to $218.07.</li>
<li>The <strong>Technology</strong> <strong>Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>) outperformed, up 1.6%. The <strong>Energy</strong> <strong>Select Sector SPDR Fund</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>) lagged, down 2.9%.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Tuesday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h3>
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<li><strong>Palo Alto Networks Inc.</strong> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PANW#NASDAQ">PANW</a>) rallied 5% after Goldman Sachs raised its price target from $376 to $425.</li>
<li>Lower oil prices triggered rallies in cruise lines and airlines. <strong>Carnival Corp.</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCL#NYSE">CCL</a>) rose 4.5%, <strong>Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCLH#NYSE">NCLH</a>) gained 3.8%, <strong>American Airlines Group Inc</strong>. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAL#NASDAQ">AAL</a>) climbed 3.7%, and <strong>Delta Air Lines Inc.</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) added 2.8%.</li>
<li><span style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">The energy and materials stocks that fell the most on Tuesday included <strong>Marathon Petroleum Corp. </strong>(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>), down 7.8%, <strong>Freeport McMoRan Inc.</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FCX#NYSE">FCX</a>), down 5.2%, <strong>and </strong></span><strong>Valero Energy Corp.</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLO#NYSE">VLO</a>), down 4.9%.</li>
<li><strong>Docusign Inc</strong>. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOCU#NYSE">DOCU</a>) rallied 8.3% after it was announced that it would join the S&amp;P MidCap 400.</li>
<li><strong>PepsiCo Inc</strong>. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEP#NASDAQ">PEP</a>) rose 0.6% in reaction to its quarterly earnings. </li>
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<p>Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Marathon Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in MPC usually suggests something big is about to happen.</p>
<p>We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 8 extraordinary options activities for Marathon Petroleum. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.</p>
<p>The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 37% leaning bullish and 62% bearish. Among these notable options, 6 are puts, totaling $922,322, and 2 are calls, amounting to $598,050.</p>
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
<p>Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $160.0 to $175.0 for Marathon Petroleum during the past quarter. </p>
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Marathon Petroleum's options for a given strike price. Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Marathon Petroleum's whale trades within a strike price range from $160.0 to $175.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>Marathon Petroleum 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1728400549_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>
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<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
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<td>MPC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$14.0</td>
<td>$13.8</td>
<td>$14.0</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$700.0K</td>
<td>117</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">502</td>
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<td>MPC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$10.9</td>
<td>$10.45</td>
<td>$10.9</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
<td>$545.0K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>MPC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$11.15</td>
<td>$10.7</td>
<td>$10.7</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
<td>$81.3K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">117</td>
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<td>MPC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$10.7</td>
<td>$10.25</td>
<td>$10.61</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$53.0K</td>
<td>124</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">17</td>
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<td>MPC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$10.9</td>
<td>$10.6</td>
<td>$10.9</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
<td>$52.3K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">22</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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<h3>About Marathon Petroleum</h3>
<p>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 will have the ability to produce 730 million gallons a year of renewable diesel once converted. The firm also owns and operates midstream assets primarily through its listed master limited partnership, MPLX.</p>
<h3>Where Is Marathon Petroleum Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 1,920,861, the price of MPC is down by -8.64%, reaching $158.3.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 28 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Marathon Petroleum</h3>
<p>In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $176.4.</p>
<p><strong>Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move</strong></p>
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&#x2A; An analyst from Mizuho persists with their Neutral rating on Marathon Petroleum, maintaining a target price of $193.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from BMO Capital keeps a Outperform rating on Marathon Petroleum with a target price of $190.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Piper Sandler persists with their Neutral rating on Marathon Petroleum, maintaining a target price of $145.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from JP Morgan continues to hold a Neutral rating for Marathon Petroleum, targeting a price of $172.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Morgan Stanley persists with their Overweight rating on Marathon Petroleum, maintaining a target price of $182. </p>
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Shares of energy companies are trading lower, pulling back after recently rising amid Middle East tensions. China stimulus uncertainty may also be impacting the demand outlook.

<p>9 analysts have shared their evaluations of Marathon Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.</p>
<p>The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.</p>
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<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Bullish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Somewhat Bullish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Indifferent</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Somewhat Bearish</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Bearish</strong></th>
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<td><strong>Total Ratings</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td><strong>Last 30D</strong></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>
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<td><strong>1M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td><strong>2M Ago</strong></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>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td><strong>3M Ago</strong></td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<p>Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $187.78, with a high estimate of $231.00 and a low estimate of $145.00. This current average has decreased by 5.43% from the previous average price target of $198.56. </p>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1728068410_0.png" alt="price target chart" /></p>
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
<p>The perception of Marathon Petroleum by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.</p>
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<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>Phillip Jungwirth</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
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<td>John Royall</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$172.00</td>
<td>$186.00</td>
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<td>Ryan Todd</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$168.00</td>
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<td>Connor Lynagh</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$182.00</td>
<td>$196.00</td>
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<td>Nitin Kumar</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$193.00</td>
<td>$198.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Gabelman</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$187.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lloyd Byrne</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$231.00</td>
<td>$222.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Paul Cheng</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Sector Outperform</td>
<td>$191.00</td>
<td>$207.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Roger Read</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$196.00</td>
<td>$223.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Action Taken:</strong> Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Marathon Petroleum. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li><strong>Rating:</strong> Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Marathon Petroleum compared to the broader market.</li>
<li><strong>Price Targets:</strong> Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Marathon Petroleum's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
<p>Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Marathon Petroleum's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MPC/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights"><strong>Stay up to date on Marathon Petroleum analyst ratings.</strong></a></p>
<h2>All You Need to Know About Marathon Petroleum</h2>
<p>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 will have the ability to produce 730 million gallons a year of renewable diesel once converted. The firm also owns and operates midstream assets primarily through its listed master limited partnership, MPLX.</p>
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Marathon Petroleum's Finances</h3>
<p><strong>Market Capitalization:</strong> Positioned above industry average, the company's market capitalization underscores its superiority in size, indicative of a strong market presence.</p>
<p><strong>Positive Revenue Trend:</strong> Examining Marathon Petroleum's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of <strong>4.32%</strong> as of 30 June, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in 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.</p>
<p><strong>Net Margin:</strong> Marathon Petroleum's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive <strong>4.0%</strong> net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Equity (ROE):</strong> Marathon Petroleum's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive <strong>6.85%</strong> ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.</p>
<p><strong>Return on Assets (ROA):</strong> Marathon Petroleum's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of <strong>1.77%</strong>, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.</p>
<p><strong>Debt Management:</strong> The company faces challenges in debt management with a debt-to-equity ratio higher than the industry average. With a ratio of <strong>1.41</strong>, caution is advised due to increased financial risk.</p>
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
<p>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.</p>
<p>Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.</p>
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Cracking The Code: Understanding Analyst Reviews For Marathon Petroleum

<p>BMO Capital  analyst Phillip Jungwirth   maintains Marathon Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $200 to $190.</p>


BMO Capital Maintains Outperform on Marathon Petroleum, Lowers Price Target to $190

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<p>JP Morgan  analyst John Royall   maintains Marathon Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $186 to $172.</p>


JP Morgan Maintains Neutral on Marathon Petroleum, Lowers Price Target to $172

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<p>Benzinga's options scanner just detected over 8 options trades for <strong>Marathon Petroleum</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>) summing a total amount of $1,436,273.</p>
<p>At the same time, our algo caught 4 for a total amount of 436,030.</p>
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $165.0 to $170.0 for Marathon Petroleum over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
<p>Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Marathon Petroleum's options for a given strike price. Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Marathon Petroleum's whale trades within a strike price range from $165.0 to $170.0 in the last 30 days. </p>
<h3>Marathon Petroleum 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1727801169_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>MPC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$11.4</td>
<td>$9.9</td>
<td>$11.0</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
<td>$550.0K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MPC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$9.0</td>
<td>$8.5</td>
<td>$9.0</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$447.3K</td>
<td>587</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MPC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$12.95</td>
<td>$12.5</td>
<td>$12.5</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$122.5K</td>
<td>705</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">100</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MPC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$12.05</td>
<td>$11.9</td>
<td>$12.03</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$120.4K</td>
<td>705</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">200</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MPC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$11.5</td>
<td>$11.4</td>
<td>$11.4</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$114.0K</td>
<td>705</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">302</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Marathon Petroleum</h3>
<p>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 will have the ability to produce 730 million gallons a year of renewable diesel once converted. The firm also owns and operates midstream assets primarily through its listed master limited partnership, MPLX.</p>
<p>Having examined the options trading patterns of Marathon Petroleum, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance</p>
<h3>Present Market Standing of Marathon Petroleum</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 1,189,693, the price of MPC is up by 1.15%, reaching $164.79.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 35 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Marathon Petroleum</h3>
<p>A total of 3 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $173.33333333333334.</p>
<p><strong>Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move</strong></p>
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Mizuho keeps a Neutral rating on Marathon Petroleum with a target price of $193.<br />
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Morgan Stanley keeps a Overweight rating on Marathon Petroleum with a target price of $182.<br />
&#x2A; An analyst from Piper Sandler persists with their Neutral rating on Marathon Petroleum, maintaining a target price of $145. </p>
<p>Options are a riskier asset compared to just trading the stock, but they have higher profit potential. Serious options traders manage this risk by educating themselves daily, scaling in and out of trades, following more than one indicator, and following the markets closely.</p>
<p>If you want to stay updated on the latest options trades for Marathon Petroleum, <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.</p>


Marathon Petroleum's Options: A Look at What the Big Money is Thinking

On CNBC, Bill Baruch Announced Trimmed Marathon Petroleum Corp Position; Closed Micron Technology Call Position

<p>Marathon Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 3.34% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 14.54%. Currently, Marathon Petroleum has a market capitalization of $54.67 billion. </p>
<p><strong>Buying $100 In MPC:</strong> If an investor had bought $100 of MPC stock 10 years ago, it would be worth <strong>$390.03</strong> today based on a price of $163.35 for MPC at the time of writing.</p>
<h3>Marathon Petroleum's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1727107218_0.png" alt="comp_fig" /></p>
<p>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.</p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


Here's How Much $100 Invested In Marathon Petroleum 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

<p>Piper Sandler  analyst Ryan Todd   maintains Marathon Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $168 to $145.</p>


Piper Sandler Maintains Neutral on Marathon Petroleum, Lowers Price Target to $145

<p>Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Marathon Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in MPC usually suggests something big is about to happen.</p>
<p>We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 11 extraordinary options activities for Marathon Petroleum. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.</p>
<p>The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 36% leaning bullish and 54% bearish. Among these notable options, 9 are puts, totaling $484,470, and 2 are calls, amounting to $91,160.</p>
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $155.0 to $155.0 for Marathon Petroleum over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
<p>Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Marathon Petroleum's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Marathon Petroleum's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $155.0 to $155.0 over the preceding 30 days.</p>
<h3>Marathon Petroleum Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1726777908_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" /></p>
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>
<p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th style="text-align: right;"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>MPC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$21.6</td>
<td>$20.85</td>
<td>$21.6</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$105.8K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">431</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">200</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MPC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$22.25</td>
<td>$20.8</td>
<td>$21.8</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$95.9K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">431</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">144</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MPC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$21.9</td>
<td>$20.6</td>
<td>$21.9</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$61.3K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">431</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">48</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MPC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$22.4</td>
<td>$20.6</td>
<td>$21.9</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$52.5K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">431</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">72</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MPC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$24.8</td>
<td>$24.25</td>
<td>$24.8</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$49.6K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">20</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</p>
<h3>About Marathon Petroleum</h3>
<p>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 will have the ability to produce 730 million gallons a year of renewable diesel once converted. The firm also owns and operates midstream assets primarily through its listed master limited partnership, MPLX.</p>
<h3>Where Is Marathon Petroleum Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 2,110,663, the price of MPC is up by 1.02%, reaching $166.35.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 47 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Marathon Petroleum</h3>
<p>Over the past month, 2 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $187.5.</p>
<p><strong>Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move</strong></p>
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Morgan Stanley continues to hold a Overweight rating for Marathon Petroleum, targeting a price of $182.<br />
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Mizuho continues to hold a Neutral rating for Marathon Petroleum, targeting a price of $193. </p>
<p>Options are a riskier asset compared to just trading the stock, but they have higher profit potential. Serious options traders manage this risk by educating themselves daily, scaling in and out of trades, following more than one indicator, and following the markets closely.</p>
<p>If you want to stay updated on the latest options trades for Marathon Petroleum, <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.</p>


What the Options Market Tells Us About Marathon Petroleum

<p>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 $196 to $182.</p>


Morgan Stanley Maintains Overweight on Marathon Petroleum, Lowers Price Target to $182

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