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Mar 31

Marathon Petroleum Q1 2025 Earnings Report

Marathon Petroleum reported a net loss due to major maintenance activities, while its midstream operations remained strong.

Key Takeaways

Marathon Petroleum posted a net loss in Q1 2025 as it executed the second-largest planned maintenance program in its history. However, the midstream segment delivered solid results, supported by strategic pipeline expansions and acquisitions.

Reported a net loss of $74 million driven by extensive turnaround activity in refining.

Midstream segment EBITDA grew 8% year-over-year due to higher throughputs.

Adjusted EBITDA came in at $2.0 billion, primarily supported by Midstream operations.

Returned $1.3 billion to shareholders, including $1.1 billion in share repurchases.

Total Revenue
$31.9B
Previous year: $32.8B
-2.8%
EPS
-$0.24
Previous year: $2.78
-108.6%
R&M product sales volume
3.45M
Previous year: 3.24M
+6.3%
Crude capacity utilization
89%
Previous year: 82%
+8.5%
Gross Profit
$1.24B
Previous year: $2.29B
-45.8%
Cash and Equivalents
$3.81B
Previous year: $3.18B
+20.1%
Free Cash Flow
-$727M
Previous year: $947M
-176.8%

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Forward Guidance

Marathon expects seasonal improvement in refining margins and continued strength in Midstream, with key projects targeting enhanced energy efficiency and expanded pipeline capacity.

Positive Outlook

  • Refining margins expected to improve with summer seasonal demand.
  • Reduced refining operating costs projected at $5.30 per barrel in Q2.
  • Planned turnaround costs expected to decline to $265 million.
  • Midstream expansion continues with major pipeline and processing investments.
  • Sustained capital returns with $6.7 billion still available for share repurchases.

Challenges Ahead

  • High planned maintenance in Q1 reduced profitability.
  • Refining margins declined significantly from the prior year.
  • Adjusted EBITDA dropped from $3.3B in Q1 2024 to $2.0B.
  • Crack spreads weakened, especially in the Gulf Coast region.
  • Renewable Diesel segment continued to operate at a loss.