Marathon Petroleum Corp

Marathon Petroleum (MPC) is expected to report earnings on May 6, 2025, with projections of a significant year-over-year decline in both EPS and revenue [1], [7]. Despite a recent stock price increase, MPC has underperformed the market over the past month [1]. While a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold) suggests a neutral outlook [1], a positive Earnings ESP indicates a potential earnings surprise [3], [4]. Analyst estimates for the next fiscal year have been lowered [1], but upward revisions have also been noted [2]. Risks include declining oil prices and broader market volatility [8], [9], while opportunities exist in the company's strategic investments and commitment to returning cash to shareholders [5], [9].