Marathon Petroleum: A Solid Hedge Vs. Diesel's Damage

Marathon Petroleum offers upside as geopolitical disruptions drive record crack spreads and earnings, with consensus now aligned to higher 2027 estimates. Refining scarcity, driven by Russian and Gulf supply disruptions, is expected to keep diesel margins elevated and support MPC's valuation premium. MPC's midstream business via MPLX provides earnings stability but tempers upside versus pure-play refiners during crack spread spikes.

Seeking Alpha • 3 hours ago

Marathon vs. Delek US: Which Refining Stock Is the Better Buy Now?

MPC and DK report stronger earnings as refining margins improve, but the latter's lower valuation and stronger earnings estimate revisions give it an edge.

Zacks Investment Research • 6 hours ago

Stay Ahead of Market Swings With BP, PBF, VLO & MPC

BP, PBF, VLO and MPC emerge as low-beta energy stock picks to navigate market volatility fueled by high oil prices and Middle East tensions.

Zacks Investment Research • Oct 14, 2026

Why Marathon Petroleum (MPC) is a Top Momentum Stock for the Long-Term

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Zacks Investment Research • Oct 12, 2026

Marathon Petroleum (MPC) is a Great Momentum Stock: Should You Buy?

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

Zacks Investment Research • Oct 12, 2026

4 Value Stocks to Buy Using the PEG Ratio for Better Returns

Discover four value stocks, Signet Jewelers, Micron, Marathon Petroleum and International Seaways, which combine attractive PEG ratios with growth potential.

Zacks Investment Research • Oct 12, 2026

Trump Says Putin Is Sending Russian Diesel — So Much for Sanctions

President Donald Trump said Friday that Russia has agreed to send millions of tons of diesel to world markets. The announcement came after a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin and as U.S. fuel prices sit near record highs weeks before the midterm elections.

Benzinga • Oct 9, 2026

Refineries, AI Stock Get Interesting. Plus, A Rarity Among New Highs.

Several refinery stocks climbed to new highs Friday, while artificial intelligence stock Lumentum tried to break out above a buy point.

Investors Business Daily • Oct 9, 2026

4 GARP Stocks That Investors Can Scoop Up for Maximum Returns

The GARP strategy helps investors gain exposure to stocks that have solid prospects and are trading at a discount. NVDA, MPC, RL and LECO are some such stocks.

Zacks Investment Research • Oct 9, 2026

American Oil Refiners Are Printing Money as Wars Shrink Global Energy Supplies

The earnings of independent fuel makers Valero Energy, Marathon Petroleum and Phillips 66 are set to crush the near-record results of the June quarter.

WSJ • Oct 9, 2026