Marathon Petroleum.
American petroleum refining, marketing, and transportation company
- Reports this week
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What's happening
Active this week
Earlier this month
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Conflict in the Middle East causes the biggest supply disruption, impacting Marathon Petroleum.Some support3 reports
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Parent company drives a large slice of throughput.Some support2 reports
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Marathon Petroleum benefits from high global oil margins, which are driven by the ongoing Middle East conflict and the demands of European markets.Some support5 reports1 development inside
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Refineries are benefiting from curtailed energy shipments and picking up slack due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.Some support2 reports
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A Senate Energy Committee chairman challenges current Renewable Fuel Standards and seeks small refinery exemptions for RINs.Some support1 report
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The oil industry is facing scrutiny over pricing practices as global conflict impacts oil supply and prices.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The administration is managing gas prices and seeking to ease upward pressure amid the U.S. conflict with Iran.Some support14 reports
One to three months ago
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Norges Bank acquired a new position in Phillips 66 shares, while Amundi lifted its stake. There are also reports of takeover talks between the two refiners.Some support2 reports
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Marathon Petroleum filed with the SEC regarding a new stake purchase in shares on August 19, 2026.Some support2 reports
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Citigroup and Raymond James Financial issued rating reports and price targets for Marathon Petroleum, which also filed disclosures with the SEC.Some support2 reports
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Scotiabank lifted its price objective on Marathon Petroleum (MPC), and TD Cowen also issued research notes on the company.Some support3 reports
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The Carson city council is currently considering a new feedstock tax specifically targeting the operations of a refinery in the city.Some support5 reports
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Teachers Retirement System, Janus Henderson Group PLC, and Pictet Asset Management increased their holdings in Marathon Petroleum on August 6, 2026.Some support1 report
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Marathon Petroleum maintains a refinery in El Paso, which employs locals, provides ongoing grants, and serves as a distribution hub for the city.Well supported5 reports2 developments inside
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MPLX focuses on NGLs in North America, having spun off from Marathon Petroleum in 2012.Some support2 reports
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Marathon Petroleum filed required reports with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 30, 2026.Some support8 reports
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Delek US Holdings stock is trading on the New York Stock Exchange, contrasting its surgical approach with Marathon Petroleum's scale.Some support2 reports
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TD Cowen and Bank of America raised price targets for Marathon Petroleum, while Trust Co. of Oklahoma acquired a new stake in MPC.Some support1 report
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Several financial institutions, including Bank of America, Norges Bank, Raymond James Financial, and Scotiabank, announced price objective boosts and new stakes on June 19, 2026.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Morgan Stanley raised its price objective for Marathon Petroleum to $265.00 and $270.00, concurrent with Jefferies Financial Group's involvement.Some support2 reports
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Prudential plc increased its stock holdings in Marathon Petroleum and filed the required Form 13F with the SEC on June 6, 2026.Some support1 report
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Marathon Petroleum's Galveston Bay Refinery is noted as the second largest in the US and operates within regulatory frameworks.Speculative1 report
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Phillips 66 is headquartered in Houston. Valero and Phillips 66 are leading independent refiners in the US, while Marathon Petroleum maintains stable performance.Some support2 reports
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Wolfe Research raised the price target on MPC on June 25, 2025, noting the company outperformed the Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund.Speculative1 report
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PBF Energy, Marathon Petroleum, and Phillips 66 are integrated energy companies operating in the oil and gas refining sector.Some support2 reports
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Fleets earned Bronze and Silver status for accident reduction after operating in locations including Galveston Bay, Texas, Niles, Michigan, and San Diego on June 26, 2025.Speculative1 report
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Marathon Petroleum operates a complex integrated downstream business.Speculative1 report
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Jim Cramer and Oakmark Fund discussed investment strategies, comparing Marathon Petroleum (MPC) against AI stocks.Speculative1 report
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Marathon Petroleum shares gained 4.9% while the Oil and Gas industry gained 6.9% on July 2, 2025.Speculative1 report
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Both Chevron Corporation and Marathon Petroleum reported positive Earnings Stock Purchase Plan (ESP) figures as of July 7, 2025.Speculative1 report
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Marathon Petroleum stock outperformed the S&P 500 on July 9, 2025, gaining 10.1% in the past month.Some support1 report
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Barclays reiterated a Buy rating on MPLX LP stock, which was formed by Marathon Petroleum Corporation, noting that Trump-era tariffs are benefiting certain AI stocks.Some support1 report
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EOG Resources and Marathon Petroleum were highlighted on July 16, 2025, due to potential earnings surprises.Some support1 report
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Marathon Petroleum outperformed the S&P 500 gain on August 5, 2025.Some support1 report
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Investors are scrutinizing Marathon Petroleum's revenue and earnings changes.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The Andersons, Inc. acquired full ownership interest in The Andersons Marathon Holdings LLC, a subsidiary of Marathon Petroleum.Some support1 report
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SBCC Thrive LA manages the Heart of the Harbor Community Farm, which is supported by consistent funding and volunteerism.Some support1 report
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Marathon Petroleum reported a decline in refining throughput volumes and renewable diesel sales volumes.Some support2 reports
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MPLX LP, formed by Marathon Petroleum, acquired Northwind Midstream, with Stifel and Morgan Stanley providing ratings.Well supported6 reports1 development inside
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MPLX began construction on NGL facilities adjacent to the refinery operated by Marathon Petroleum.Some support1 report
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Marathon Petroleum utilizes Speedway locations for its retail operations.Some support1 report
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Toledo Express Airport served as the location for a welcome home celebration for veterans.Some support1 report
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Around Marathon Petroleum this week
News at the entities that move Marathon Petroleum most-
SEC StructuralDHS, DOJ, and SEC formed a joint initiative to establish a Trade Fraud Task Force, setting standards for compliance.Moves Marathon Petroleum
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Middle East OperationalAuthorities are investigating an incident at a base in Fairford, with possible links to Iran and Russia.Moves Marathon Petroleum
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Donald Trump OperationalThe Trump administration utilized the Department of Health & Human Services for an AI tool.Moves Marathon Petroleum
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Securities and Exchange Commission StructuralBlackRock, the manager of the iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF, has made required filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission regarding institutional holdings.Moves Marathon Petroleum
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city council TransactionalCity Council oversees civil service hiring processes.Moves Marathon Petroleum
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TD Cowen TransactionalAnalyst downgraded Ag Growth International Inc. due to debt management risks.Moves Marathon Petroleum
Connections
The 40 strongest of 119, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
SEC Structural
Marathon Petroleum is subject to mandatory oversight by the SEC, requiring timely filings for institutional holdings and stock sales.
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Middle East Operational
Geopolitical events and supply chain issues in the Middle East directly impact global oil prices and refining margins for Marathon Petroleum.
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city council Transactional
City council was considering a new feedstock tax on Marathon Petroleum's refinery operations, ultimately leading to a $370M settlement.
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Nowak Structural
Nowak is formally employed by Marathon Petroleum as a Principal Facilities Construction Specialist.
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El Paso Structural
Marathon Petroleum operates a refinery in El Paso, providing local employment and grants while also generating environmental concerns.
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Kevin Hartman Structural
Marathon Petroleum employs Kevin Hartman as Lead Facilities Construction Specialist.
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TD Cowen Transactional
TD Cowen provided research, including a buy rating and raised price targets, for Marathon Petroleum.
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Donald Trump Operational
Trump's political pledges and regulatory actions directly influence Marathon Petroleum's operations, and he holds financial investments in the company.
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Securities and Exchange Commission Structural
Marathon Petroleum is subject to formal regulatory oversight and required financial filings by the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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Prudential plc Transactional
Prudential is significantly increasing its stock holdings in Marathon Petroleum.
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Carson Operational
Marathon Petroleum operates in Carson and is involved in ongoing tax disputes and contamination issues with local authorities.
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Dan Newhouse Transactional
Dan Newhouse sold his shares of Marathon Petroleum, completing a divestment from the company.
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White House Operational
The White House's policy actions regarding RIN exemptions directly influence the operational environment of Marathon Petroleum.
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Bank of America Operational
Bank of America provides financial research and price objectives on Marathon Petroleum shares.
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Phillips 66 Operational
Both companies are leading independent refiners actively competing within the U.S. Gulf Coast refining sector, with takeover talks reported.
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Norges Bank Transactional
Norges Bank acquired a new stake or position in Marathon Petroleum.
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Oklahoma Transactional
A trust company associated with Oklahoma purchased a new stake in Marathon Petroleum.
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Raymond James Financial Mentioned together
Raymond James Financial provides financial research and price targets for Marathon Petroleum.
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Scotiabank Mentioned together
Scotiabank provides financial commentary and price target adjustments regarding Marathon Petroleum shares.
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Goldman Sachs Operational
Goldman Sachs influences Marathon Petroleum's market valuation by raising its price objective.
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COPIA Operational
Odor from the refinery operations of Marathon Petroleum impacts the COPIA area.
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UBS Mentioned together
UBS raised its price target on Marathon Petroleum stock.
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AMD Operational
Marathon Petroleum provides energy and infrastructure necessary for AMD's data center operations.
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office of emergency management Structural
Marathon Petroleum coordinates with the office of emergency management for operational alerts and safety.
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J.P. Morgan Asset Management Mentioned together
Marathon Petroleum is featured in J.P. Morgan Asset Management's published list of low-multiple companies.
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Jefferies Financial Group Mentioned together
Jefferies Financial Group raised its price objective for Marathon Petroleum to $270.00.
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Morgan Stanley Mentioned together
Morgan Stanley provided analyst coverage for Marathon Petroleum, including a price objective increase to $265.00.
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Citigroup Mentioned together
Citigroup provides research reports, target prices, and ratings coverage on Marathon Petroleum stock.
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Findlay Shared context
Marathon Petroleum maintains its headquarters in Findlay, Ohio.
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Mizuho Securities Mentioned together
Mizuho Securities provides financial analysis and price targets for Marathon Petroleum shares.
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Marathon Oil Shared context
Both companies operate within the highly competitive oil and gas industry sector.
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Ohio Shared context
Marathon Petroleum is located within the state of Ohio.
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ProShares Structural
Marathon Petroleum is held as a top underlying asset within ProShares' Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs).
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FED Structural
The FED's monetary policy and macroeconomic decisions create the operational environment that directly influences refined fuel margins and, consequently, Marathon Petroleum's profitability.
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Europe Shared context
Marathon Petroleum operates within the global oil market context, which includes Europe.
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Vermont Transactional
Vermont purchased a new stake in shares of Marathon Petroleum.
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British American Tobacco Mentioned together
A single snapshot suggests a vague operational link, but the causal driver only describes A's internal throughput, failing to establish a functional link to B.
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Brent Shared context
Marathon Petroleum operates within the market context where crude oil price movements, influenced by Brent, affect refiners.
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Findlay Mentioned together
The evidence is too sparse and ambiguous to establish a meaningful relationship between the person and the company.
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supreme court Mentioned together
The evidence provided does not describe any relationship between the Supreme Court and Marathon Petroleum.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
3 eventsAugust 2026
10 events- Marathon Petroleum benefits from high global oil margins, which are driven by the ongoing Middle East conflict and the demands of European markets.
- A Senate Energy Committee chairman challenges current Renewable Fuel Standards and seeks small refinery exemptions for RINs.
- The oil industry is facing scrutiny over pricing practices as global conflict impacts oil supply and prices.
- The administration is managing gas prices and seeking to ease upward pressure amid the U.S. conflict with Iran.
- Norges Bank acquired a new position in Phillips 66 shares, while Amundi lifted its stake. There are also reports of takeover talks between the two refiners.
- Marathon Petroleum filed with the SEC regarding a new stake purchase in shares on August 19, 2026.
- Citigroup and Raymond James Financial issued rating reports and price targets for Marathon Petroleum, which also filed disclosures with the SEC.
- Scotiabank lifted its price objective on Marathon Petroleum (MPC), and TD Cowen also issued research notes on the company.
- The Carson city council is currently considering a new feedstock tax specifically targeting the operations of a refinery in the city.
- Teachers Retirement System, Janus Henderson Group PLC, and Pictet Asset Management increased their holdings in Marathon Petroleum on August 6, 2026.
July 2026
1 eventShow 1 earlier month
June 2026
29 events- Trump pledged to unleash American oil and gas and advised investors on market timing in August 2025.
- Marathon Petroleum maintains a refinery in El Paso, which employs locals, provides ongoing grants, and serves as a distribution hub for the city.
- Marathon Petroleum filed required reports with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 30, 2026.
- Delek US Holdings stock is trading on the New York Stock Exchange, contrasting its surgical approach with Marathon Petroleum's scale.
- TD Cowen and Bank of America raised price targets for Marathon Petroleum, while Trust Co. of Oklahoma acquired a new stake in MPC.
- Several financial institutions, including Bank of America, Norges Bank, Raymond James Financial, and Scotiabank, announced price objective boosts and new stakes on June 19, 2026.
- Morgan Stanley raised its price objective for Marathon Petroleum to $265.00 and $270.00, concurrent with Jefferies Financial Group's involvement.
- Prudential plc increased its stock holdings in Marathon Petroleum and filed the required Form 13F with the SEC on June 6, 2026.
- Marathon Petroleum's Galveston Bay Refinery is noted as the second largest in the US and operates within regulatory frameworks.
- Phillips 66 is headquartered in Houston. Valero and Phillips 66 are leading independent refiners in the US, while Marathon Petroleum maintains stable performance.
- Wolfe Research raised the price target on MPC on June 25, 2025, noting the company outperformed the Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund.
- PBF Energy, Marathon Petroleum, and Phillips 66 are integrated energy companies operating in the oil and gas refining sector.
- Fleets earned Bronze and Silver status for accident reduction after operating in locations including Galveston Bay, Texas, Niles, Michigan, and San Diego on June 26, 2025.
- Marathon Petroleum operates a complex integrated downstream business.
- Jim Cramer and Oakmark Fund discussed investment strategies, comparing Marathon Petroleum (MPC) against AI stocks.
- Marathon Petroleum shares gained 4.9% while the Oil and Gas industry gained 6.9% on July 2, 2025.
- Both Chevron Corporation and Marathon Petroleum reported positive Earnings Stock Purchase Plan (ESP) figures as of July 7, 2025.
- Marathon Petroleum stock outperformed the S&P 500 on July 9, 2025, gaining 10.1% in the past month.
- Barclays reiterated a Buy rating on MPLX LP stock, which was formed by Marathon Petroleum Corporation, noting that Trump-era tariffs are benefiting certain AI stocks.
- EOG Resources and Marathon Petroleum were highlighted on July 16, 2025, due to potential earnings surprises.
- Marathon Petroleum outperformed the S&P 500 gain on August 5, 2025.
- Investors are scrutinizing Marathon Petroleum's revenue and earnings changes.
- The Andersons, Inc. acquired full ownership interest in The Andersons Marathon Holdings LLC, a subsidiary of Marathon Petroleum.
- SBCC Thrive LA manages the Heart of the Harbor Community Farm, which is supported by consistent funding and volunteerism.
- Marathon Petroleum reported a decline in refining throughput volumes and renewable diesel sales volumes.
- MPLX LP, formed by Marathon Petroleum, acquired Northwind Midstream, with Stifel and Morgan Stanley providing ratings.
- MPLX began construction on NGL facilities adjacent to the refinery operated by Marathon Petroleum.
- Marathon Petroleum utilizes Speedway locations for its retail operations.
- Toledo Express Airport served as the location for a welcome home celebration for veterans.