Marathon Petroleum (NYSE:MPC) Stock Sale Reported by Rep. David Taylor

Key Points

• Rep. David Taylor sold $1,001–$15,000 of Marathon Petroleum shares on October 15 from his trust-linked 401(k) account, following another MPC sale on September 22. He also made several purchases and sales in other large-cap stocks.
• Marathon Petroleum reported strong quarterly results, with EPS of $17.73 versus the $14.27 analyst consensus and revenue of $51.99 billion, up 53.5% year over year. Analysts maintain a “Moderate Buy” consensus with an average price target of $424.31.
• Investor sentiment is mixed: the company has strong stock momentum, institutional ownership and anticipated earnings support, but elevated expectations, potentially pressured refining margins and insider selling create downside risks. The company also announced a $1.00 quarterly dividend, equal to a 0.9% annual yield.

Representative David Taylor (Republican-Ohio) recently sold shares of Marathon Petroleum Corporation (NYSE:MPC). In a filing disclosed on October 29th, the Representative disclosed that they had sold between $1,001 and $15,000 in Marathon Petroleum stock on October 15th. The trade occurred in the Representative's "DAVID TAYLOR TRUST > SARDINIA READY MIX 401(K) - DAVE" account.

Representative David Taylor also recently made the following trade(s):

• Purchased $1,001 - $15,000 in shares of AT&T NYSE: T on 10/15/2026.
• Purchased $1,001 - $15,000 in shares of Prologis NYSE: PLD on 10/15/2026.
• Sold $1,001 - $15,000 in shares of Visa NYSE: V on 10/15/2026.
• Purchased $1,001 - $15,000 in shares of RPM International NYSE: RPM on 10/15/2026.
• Purchased $1,001 - $15,000 in shares of Lam Research NASDAQ: LRCX on 10/15/2026.
• Sold $1,001 - $15,000 in shares of Procter & Gamble NYSE: PG on 10/12/2026.
• Purchased $1,001 - $15,000 in shares of Fifth Third Bancorp NASDAQ: FITB on 10/9/2026.
• Purchased $1,001 - $15,000 in shares of RPM International NYSE: RPM on 10/9/2026.
• Purchased $1,001 - $15,000 in shares of AT&T NYSE: T on 10/9/2026.
• Sold $1,001 - $15,000 in shares of Marathon Petroleum NYSE: MPC on 9/22/2026.

Marathon Petroleum Trading Up 2.9%

MPC opened at $444.92 on Friday. The stock has a 50-day moving average of $417.80 and a 200 day moving average of $289.77. The company has a current ratio of 1.25, a quick ratio of 0.89 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.19. Marathon Petroleum Corporation has a 12 month low of $161.93 and a 12 month high of $493.98. The firm has a market cap of $129.89 billion, a P/E ratio of 16.35, a P/E/G ratio of 0.11 and a beta of 0.54.

Marathon Petroleum (NYSE:MPC - Get Free Report) last issued its earnings results on Tuesday, August 4th. The oil and gas company reported $17.73 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts' consensus estimates of $14.27 by $3.46. The business had revenue of $51.99 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $40.87 billion. Marathon Petroleum had a net margin of 5.48% and a return on equity of 31.96%. The company's revenue for the quarter was up 53.5% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the prior year, the firm earned $3.96 EPS. As a group, research analysts forecast that Marathon Petroleum Corporation will post 64.12 EPS for the current year.

Marathon Petroleum Dividend Announcement

The firm also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, December 10th. Stockholders of record on Wednesday, November 18th will be paid a $1.00 dividend. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Wednesday, November 18th. This represents a $4.00 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.9%. Marathon Petroleum's dividend payout ratio is 13.75%.

Insider Activity at Marathon Petroleum

In other news, VP Erin M. Brzezinski sold 570 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Thursday, August 27th. The shares were sold at an average price of $362.79, for a total value of $206,790.30. Following the completion of the transaction, the vice president owned 1,576 shares in the company, valued at $571,757.04. This trade represents a 26.56% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which is available through this hyperlink. Also, insider Molly Benson sold 17,196 shares of the company's stock in a transaction dated Monday, August 17th. The stock was sold at an average price of $358.57, for a total transaction of $6,165,969.72. Following the transaction, the insider owned 30,334 shares in the company, valued at $10,876,862.38. The trade was a 36.18% decrease in their ownership of the stock. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. Insiders have sold a total of 21,691 shares of company stock worth $7,780,127 in the last three months. Insiders own 0.17% of the company's stock.

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth

A number of analysts recently issued reports on the company. Zacks Research upgraded Marathon Petroleum from a "hold" rating to a "strong-buy" rating in a report on Friday, September 4th. Citigroup raised their price objective on Marathon Petroleum from $318.00 to $518.00 and gave the stock a "neutral" rating in a report on Tuesday, October 13th. UBS Group set a $510.00 target price on Marathon Petroleum in a research report on Friday, October 9th. Piper Sandler upped their target price on Marathon Petroleum from $344.00 to $462.00 and gave the stock an "overweight" rating in a report on Thursday, September 3rd. Finally, Mizuho increased their price target on Marathon Petroleum from $304.00 to $457.00 and gave the stock a "neutral" rating in a research report on Thursday, October 8th. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, eleven have assigned a Buy rating and five have given a Hold rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat, the company currently has an average rating of "Moderate Buy" and an average target price of $424.31.

Marathon Petroleum News Summary

Here are the key news stories impacting Marathon Petroleum this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Dividend raised 10%: Marathon Petroleum increased its quarterly dividend from $1.00 to $1.10 per share, payable December 10 to shareholders of record November 18. The increase signals confidence in cash generation and strengthens the stock’s shareholder-return appeal. Marathon Petroleum Corp. Increases Quarterly Dividend
• Positive Sentiment: Positive pre-earnings expectations: Analysts and financial commentary describe MPC as a potentially attractive value and momentum stock ahead of its November 3 results. Investors are watching whether refining profitability, revenue and other operating metrics can exceed elevated expectations. This Is Why MPC Stock Is a Smart Buy Before Q3 Earnings Release
• Positive Sentiment: Strong momentum and valuation support: Zacks identifies MPC as a strong momentum stock, while other coverage highlights its growth potential and comparatively attractive PEG-based valuation. These signals may be encouraging additional buying interest. Here's Why Marathon Petroleum Is a Strong Momentum Stock
• Neutral Sentiment: Board appointment: David E. Constable will join MPC’s board effective March 1, 2027. The appointment could add strategic or governance expertise, but its near-term earnings impact is unclear. David Constable to Join Marathon Petroleum Board
• Negative Sentiment: Profit-taking and earnings risks: ETFs were net sellers of MPC, while commentary warns that pressured refining margins and gasoline markets could disappoint after the stock’s substantial rally. Even a quarterly earnings beat may trigger selling if results or guidance fail to exceed high expectations. Marathon Petroleum’s November 3 Earnings Red Flags

Institutional Trading of Marathon Petroleum

A number of hedge funds have recently bought and sold shares of the stock. Optimist Retirement Group LLC acquired a new stake in shares of Marathon Petroleum in the 3rd quarter valued at $452,000. Covestor Ltd increased its holdings in shares of Marathon Petroleum by 53.1% in the 3rd quarter. Covestor Ltd now owns 499 shares of the oil and gas company's stock valued at $197,000 after acquiring an additional 173 shares during the period. Caldwell Trust Co grew its holdings in shares of Marathon Petroleum by 2.9% during the third quarter. Caldwell Trust Co now owns 2,048 shares of the oil and gas company's stock worth $810,000 after buying an additional 58 shares during the last quarter. Compass Financial Management LLC increased its holdings in shares of Marathon Petroleum by 212.3% in the third quarter. Compass Financial Management LLC now owns 8,450 shares of the oil and gas company's stock valued at $3,341,000 after purchasing an additional 5,744 shares during the period. Finally, Rakuten Investment Management Inc. raised its stake in shares of Marathon Petroleum by 6.7% during the third quarter. Rakuten Investment Management Inc. now owns 51,128 shares of the oil and gas company's stock worth $20,044,000 after purchasing an additional 3,231 shares during the last quarter. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 76.77% of the company's stock.

About Representative Taylor

David Taylor (Republican Party) is a member of the U.S. House, representing Ohio's 2nd Congressional District. He assumed office on January 3, 2025. His current term ends on January 3, 2027. Taylor (Republican Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Ohio's 2nd Congressional District. He won in the general election on November 5, 2024. David Taylor graduated from Amelia High School. Taylor earned degrees from Miami University (Ohio) and the University of Dayton School of Law. Taylor's career experience includes working as an attorney and as a businessman at Sardinia Ready Mix, Inc.

Marathon Petroleum Company Profile

Marathon Petroleum Corporation NYSE: MPC is an American downstream energy company engaged in refining, marketing, and transporting petroleum products. Its operations include converting crude oil into gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, asphalt, propane, and other refined products used by transportation, industrial, and commercial customers.

The company markets fuel under the Marathon brand and supplies products to independent marketers, commercial businesses, and other wholesale customers. Marathon Petroleum also owns a general-partner interest and significant limited-partner interest in MPLX Inc, a midstream company that operates pipelines, storage facilities, terminals, and gathering and processing assets supporting the movement of crude oil and natural gas liquids.

Marathon Petroleum's refining and midstream activities are concentrated in the United States, with assets serving regions across the Midwest, Gulf Coast, and West Coast.

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