Murphy USA Trading Volume Drops 42% to 234th Position Despite Strong Q1 Performance

On May 9, 2025, Murphy USA (MUSA) saw a trading volume of $345 million, marking a 42.02% decrease from the previous day. The stock closed with a 1.11% increase, placing it at the 234th position in terms of trading volume for the day.

Murphy USA Inc. reported strong performance in non-combustible nicotine products during the first quarter of 2025, with same-store sales increasing by over 7% and margins growing by 15%.

In the first quarter of 2025, Murphy USA Inc. reported a net income of $53.2 million, or $2.63 per diluted share, compared to $66.0 million, or $3.12 per diluted share, in the same period last year. The company's total fuel revenue for the quarter was $4.53 billion, slightly below the FactSet estimate of $4.67 billion.

Investment firm Stephens has adjusted its price target for Murphy USA, reducing it from $530 to $475. Additionally, Raymond James downgraded Murphy USA from "Outperform" to "Market Perform," reflecting a more cautious outlook on the company's future performance.