Equity Profile

MPC

Marathon Petroleum Corporation

EnergyOil & Gas Refining & Marketing$100.1B

May5Tue

Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026Pre-Market6:45 AM EDT

Marathon Petroleum Corporation Beats on EPS, Stock Up 3.16%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$1.65	$0.93	+130.77%
Revenue	N/A	$30.9B	N/A

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Marathon Petroleum Corporation Beats on EPS, Stock Up 3.16%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$1.65	$0.93	+130.77%
Revenue	N/A	$30.9B	N/A

Management Commentary

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What It Means

Marathon Petroleum's strong EPS performance significantly exceeded expectations, which likely contributed to the stock's 3.16% increase. However, the lack of revenue data and management commentary leaves some uncertainty about the overall business outlook. Investors may be encouraged by the earnings surprise but will need more information to assess future performance.

Company Snapshot

Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) is a leading player in the energy sector, focusing on oil refining and marketing. With a market cap of $72 billion, it plays a crucial role in the supply chain of petroleum products, which are essential for transportation and various industries.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

$0.93

Revenue

Revenue reflects the overall sales performance of the company and is critical for assessing growth and market demand.

$30.9B

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Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

88%

Avg EPS Surprise

+196.17%

Avg Stock Reaction

+2.48%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4-2025, Marathon Petroleum reported an impressive EPS of $4.07, significantly beating estimates by nearly 49%. The stock reacted positively, gaining over 6% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are cautiously optimistic about Marathon Petroleum's upcoming earnings, with expectations for solid EPS and revenue figures. However, the wide range in estimates indicates uncertainty in market conditions.

Bull Case

If MPC meets or exceeds the high end of EPS and revenue estimates, it could signal strong operational efficiency and robust demand, leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if earnings fall short of expectations, it may raise concerns about profitability amid fluctuating oil prices and market conditions, potentially leading to a negative stock reaction.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.93

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

Revenue

$30.9B

Revenue reflects the overall sales performance of the company and is critical for assessing growth and market demand.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.93?

A strong EPS figure would reinforce confidence in the company's profitability and operational efficiency, impacting stock performance.

How does revenue compare to the consensus of $30.9 billion?

Revenue performance is crucial for assessing demand and growth, and any significant deviation could influence market sentiment.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

While the consensus expects steady performance, the market may be underestimating the impact of recent supply chain disruptions on refining margins.

Supporting Evidence

The wide range of EPS estimates suggests uncertainty that could lead to volatility.

Recent trends in oil prices may not fully reflect in MPC's operational efficiency, potentially skewing expectations.

Key Risk

If refining margins are significantly impacted by external factors, it could lead to lower-than-expected earnings.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance will hinge on how well Marathon Petroleum navigates market conditions and manages costs amid fluctuating oil prices.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.50 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and market demand.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.55 would indicate significant challenges in profitability and could lead to a bearish outlook.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±5.25%

Historical Avg

±4.0%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that traders expect volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±5.2% while MPC has averaged ±4.0% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

39.6%

Calls (342K)P/C Ratio: 0.38Puts (131K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If MPC beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 1.92%, confirming strong operational performance.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience a muted reaction as investors await further guidance.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of about 6.13%, reflecting investor disappointment and concerns about future profitability.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on refining capacity and operational efficiency.
2Commentary on market demand for petroleum products.
3Insights into cost management strategies in the current economic environment.
4Guidance on future earnings expectations and capital expenditures.

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Company Snapshot

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

$0.93

Revenue

Revenue reflects the overall sales performance of the company and is critical for assessing growth and market demand.

$30.9B

Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

88%

Avg EPS Surprise

+196.17%

Avg Stock Reaction

+2.48%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4-2025, Marathon Petroleum reported an impressive EPS of $4.07, significantly beating estimates by nearly 49%. The stock reacted positively, gaining over 6% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If MPC meets or exceeds the high end of EPS and revenue estimates, it could signal strong operational efficiency and robust demand, leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if earnings fall short of expectations, it may raise concerns about profitability amid fluctuating oil prices and market conditions, potentially leading to a negative stock reaction.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.93

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

Revenue

$30.9B

Revenue reflects the overall sales performance of the company and is critical for assessing growth and market demand.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.93?

A strong EPS figure would reinforce confidence in the company's profitability and operational efficiency, impacting stock performance.

How does revenue compare to the consensus of $30.9 billion?

Revenue performance is crucial for assessing demand and growth, and any significant deviation could influence market sentiment.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

While the consensus expects steady performance, the market may be underestimating the impact of recent supply chain disruptions on refining margins.

Supporting Evidence

The wide range of EPS estimates suggests uncertainty that could lead to volatility.

Recent trends in oil prices may not fully reflect in MPC's operational efficiency, potentially skewing expectations.

Key Risk

If refining margins are significantly impacted by external factors, it could lead to lower-than-expected earnings.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance will hinge on how well Marathon Petroleum navigates market conditions and manages costs amid fluctuating oil prices.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.50 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and market demand.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.55 would indicate significant challenges in profitability and could lead to a bearish outlook.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±5.25%

Historical Avg

±4.0%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that traders expect volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±5.2% while MPC has averaged ±4.0% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

39.6%

Calls (342K)P/C Ratio: 0.38Puts (131K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If MPC beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 1.92%, confirming strong operational performance.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience a muted reaction as investors await further guidance.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of about 6.13%, reflecting investor disappointment and concerns about future profitability.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on refining capacity and operational efficiency.
2Commentary on market demand for petroleum products.
3Insights into cost management strategies in the current economic environment.
4Guidance on future earnings expectations and capital expenditures.