Murphy USA publishes Q3 2026 earnings call transcript
MUSA•Murphy USA’s October 29 earnings call covered store-opening plans, fuel-market conditions and annual guidance. Management maintained guidance for 45-50 store openings in 2026 and a 1%-3% decline in same-store fuel volume.
1. Guidance and outlook
Management said its pipeline could support 50 store openings in 2027. It expects tight fuel supplies and elevated volatility to persist into next year, while October fuel volumes matched year-earlier levels despite hurricane disruptions. Operating expenses are expected to finish below annual guidance, and QuickChek’s business pressures are expected to persist near term.
