Murphy USA (STU:1MU) EV-to-OCF: 12.13 (As of Sep. 06, 2026) — Near Median

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STU:1MU Murphy USA Inc STU:1MU
82 GF Score
Price €438.80
GF Value €460.33
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Murphy USA EV-to-OCF?

Murphy USA STU:1MU -1.92% 82 EV-to-OCF is 12.13 as of Sep. 06, 2026, which is 9% above its 10-year median of 11.08. GuruFocus rates STU:1MU with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of €460.33 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,130 Retail - Cyclical companies, Murphy USA ranks worse than 67.43% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Murphy USA's Enterprise Value is €10,284 Mil. Murphy USA's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €848 Mil. Therefore, Murphy USA's EV-to-OCF for today is 12.13.

The historical rank and industry rank for Murphy USA's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

STU:1MU' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.62   Med: 11.08   Max: 16.69
Current: 12.14

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Murphy USA was 16.69. The lowest was 6.62. And the median was 11.08.

STU:1MU's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
67.43% of 1130 companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 7.41 vs STU:1MU: 12.14

EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-09-06), Murphy USA's stock price is €438.80. Murphy USA's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €28.270. Therefore, Murphy USA's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 15.52.


Murphy USA  (STU:1MU) EV-to-OCF Explanation

EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

Murphy USA's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=438.80/28.270
=15.52

Murphy USA's share price for today is €438.80.
Murphy USA's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €28.270.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


Murphy USA EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Murphy USA EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Murphy USA's EV-to-OCF can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Murphy USA EV-to-OCF Chart

Murphy USA Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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Murphy USA Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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STU:1MU vs GME, DKS, FIVE: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Specialty Retail subindustry, Murphy USA's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Murphy USA EV-to-OCF vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Murphy USA's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Murphy USA's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Murphy USA EV-to-OCF Calculation

Murphy USA's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=10284.425/847.887
=12.13

Murphy USA's current Enterprise Value is €10,284 Mil.
Murphy USA's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €848 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-OCF →
What does a EV-to-OCF of 12.13 mean?
Murphy USA (STU:1MU) has a EV-to-OCF of 12.13 as of Sep. 06, 2026. This is near median its historical median of 11.08. Over the past decade, Murphy USA's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 6.62 to 16.69. According to the industry distribution chart, Murphy USA ranks #762 out of 1130 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 67.4%.
Is Murphy USA's EV-to-OCF too high?
Murphy USA's current EV-to-OCF of 12.13 is near median its 10-year median of 11.08. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.62 to a high of 16.69. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.41. Murphy USA's value of 12.13 is 63.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Murphy USA ranks #762 out of 1130 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Murphy USA has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Murphy USA's EV-to-OCF compare to GME and DKS?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Murphy USA ranks #762 out of 1130 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Murphy USA in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.41. Murphy USA's value of 12.13 is 63.7% above this benchmark. Historically, Murphy USA's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 6.62 to 16.69 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 11.08 vs. the industry median of 7.41, Murphy USA has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-OCF for a Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Retail - Cyclical companies is 7.41, based on 1,130 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Murphy USA's current EV-to-OCF of 12.13 is 63.7% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.41 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Murphy USA's current EV-to-OCF is 12.13, which is near median its own 10-year median of 11.08. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Murphy USA stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Murphy USA (STU:1MU) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €460.33, compared to a current price of €438.80 — trading 4.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 12.13, which is near median its 10-year median of 11.08 and 63.7% above the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 7.41. Murphy USA's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Murphy USA (STU:1MU), the current EV-to-OCF is 12.13 as of Sep. 06, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Murphy USA (STU:1MU) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Murphy USA stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €438.80 is trading 4.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of €460.33. GuruFocus considers Murphy USA to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for STU:1MU:

  • EV-to-OCF: 12.13 (near median its 10-year median of 11.08)
  • GF Value™: €460.33 vs. price of €438.80 (4.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 82/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 63.7% above the Retail - Cyclical median (#762 of 1130)

No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:1MU stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Murphy USA Business Description

Other Exchanges MUSA:USAMUSA1:Mexico
Address 200 Peach Street, El Dorado, AR, USA, 71730-5836
Murphy USA Inc is mainly engaged in the marketing of retail motor fuel products and convenience merchandise through a network of several retail stores in the Southwest, Southeast, Midwest, and Northeast United States. The majority of Murphy USA's stores are located in proximity to Walmart Supercenters, but it also operates standalone stores that market gasoline and other products under the Murphy USA, Murphy Express, and QuickChek brands. In addition, the company also markets fuel to unbranded wholesale customers through a mixture of company-owned and third-party product distribution terminals and pipeline positions. The firm generates maximum revenue through retail sales of petroleum products, and the rest from merchandise sales and wholesale of petroleum products.
82GF Score

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