Summary
Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) reported a decrease in net income attributable to MPC for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to 2022, primarily due to lower Refining & Marketing margins and a decrease in net gains from asset disposals. Despite this, the company maintained strong operational performance, with its Refining & Marketing segment generating significant adjusted EBITDA, though lower than the prior year. The Midstream segment, primarily driven by MPLX, showed an increase in adjusted EBITDA, benefiting from higher throughputs and favorable pricing. The company is strategically focused on strengthening its asset competitiveness through investments in high-return projects, including those enhancing sustainable fuels and technologies. MPC is also prioritizing commercial performance by leveraging advantaged feedstocks and exploring renewable fuel collaborations. A commitment to capital discipline and a low-cost culture remains central to its operations. MPC continued its robust capital allocation to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends, underscoring its focus on returning value to investors while also managing its debt and maintaining a strong liquidity position.
Financial Highlights
51 data points| Revenue | $148.38B |
| Cost of Revenue | $128.57B |
| Gross Profit | $19.81B |
| SG&A Expenses | $3.04B |
| Operating Expenses | $135.79B |
| Operating Income | $14.51B |
| Interest Expense | $1.32B |
| Net Income | $9.68B |
| EPS (Basic) | $23.73 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $23.63 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 407.00M |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 409.00M |
Key Highlights
- 1Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) reported a year-over-year decrease in net income attributable to MPC for 2023, primarily driven by lower Refining & Marketing margins and reduced gains on asset sales.
- 2The Refining & Marketing segment's adjusted EBITDA was $13.55 billion in 2023, a decrease from $19.26 billion in 2022, reflecting the impact of lower refining margins.
- 3The Midstream segment, largely comprising MPLX, saw an increase in adjusted EBITDA to $6.17 billion in 2023 from $5.77 billion in 2022, supported by higher throughputs and rate escalations.
- 4MPC returned significant capital to shareholders through $11.57 billion in share repurchases and $1.26 billion in dividends during 2023.
- 5The company is strategically investing in sustainable fuels and technologies, including its joint venture in renewable diesel production and an investment in renewable natural gas projects.
- 6MPC's liquidity remains strong, with $14.28 billion in total liquidity (excluding MPLX) at the end of 2023, supported by its revolving credit facility and cash reserves.
- 7The company is focused on strengthening the competitive position of its assets, improving commercial performance through advantaged feedstock sourcing, and maintaining capital discipline and a low-cost culture.