Murphy USA

Murphy USA is rolling out autonomous foodservice kiosks in select larger locations. The kiosks, developed by Automated Retail Technologies, automate preparation of hot meals and dispense touchscreen orders in about two minutes. White Castle is the first brand partner; the platform is intended to support multiple brands and categories. The initiative aims to increase in-store sales, customer traffic and basket size; the number of sites and the timeline were not disclosed. » More on de.investing.com

Murphy USA operates over 1,800 gas stations, mostly adjacent to Walmart centers, and plans to open 45 to 55 new locations for the full year. In the first quarter of 2026, profit rose to USD 136.3 million, more than doubling year-on-year. The stock proved resilient, delivering a gain of more than 17% in a weaker consumer-cyclical environment. » More on finanzen.net

Murphy USA reported significantly better quarterly results: earnings per share $7.28 versus $3.66 expected, revenue $4.8 billion and more than doubled net income. Fuel contribution and merchandise margins rose, the loyalty program gained 600,000 members, and management is executing aggressive share buybacks while continuing to raise the dividend. The stock has risen about 20.7% since early June, is valued at a PEG of 0.78 and recently received a price-target increase from KeyBanc; the company plans 45–55 new stores for the year. » More on de.investing.com