Murphy USA (NYSE: MUSA) boosts dividend 28% to $0.64 per share
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Murphy USA Inc. declared a higher quarterly cash dividend of $0.64 per share, equal to $2.56 per share on an annualized basis. This dividend is 28% above the Q2 2025 dividend and 1.6% higher than the Q1 2026 dividend, signaling continued growth in shareholder payouts. The dividend will be paid on June 1, 2026 to stockholders of record as of May 18, 2026.
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8-K Event Classification
2 items: 7.01, 9.01
2 items
Item 7.01
Regulation FD Disclosure
Disclosure
Material non-public information disclosed under Regulation Fair Disclosure, often investor presentations or guidance.
Item 9.01
Financial Statements and Exhibits
Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Key Figures
Quarterly dividend: $0.64 per share
Annualized dividend: $2.56 per share
Dividend increase vs Q2 2025: 28%
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8 metrics
Quarterly dividend
$0.64 per share
Declared by Board of Directors
Annualized dividend
$2.56 per share
Based on $0.64 quarterly rate
Dividend increase vs Q2 2025
28%
Increase from Q2 2025 dividend
Sequential dividend increase
1.6%
Above Q1 2026 dividend
Dividend payment date
June 1, 2026
Payable date to stockholders
Record date
May 18, 2026
Stockholders of record date
Store count
More than 1,800 stores
Retail gasoline and convenience stores
Daily customers served
Two million customers
Served each day across 27 states
Key Terms
Regulation FD Disclosure, quarterly cash dividend, stockholders of record, emerging growth company, +1 more
5 terms
Regulation FD Disclosure regulatory
"Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure On May 7, 2026, Murphy USA Inc. issued a news release"
Regulation FD disclosure requires public companies to share important, market-moving information with everyone at the same time instead of tipping off analysts or large investors first. Think of it as making sure all players on a field hear the same announcement simultaneously; that fairness helps investors trust that stock prices reflect the same information and reduces the risk of sudden, unfair trading advantages or regulatory penalties for selective leaks.
quarterly cash dividend financial
"declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Common Stock of Murphy USA Inc. of $0.64 per share"
A quarterly cash dividend is a payment made by a company to its shareholders four times a year, usually based on its profits. It is like a regular bonus or reward for owning the company's stock, providing shareholders with income. Many investors see these payments as a sign of the company's stability and its ability to generate consistent profits.
stockholders of record financial
"The dividend is payable on June 1, 2026, to stockholders of record as of May 18, 2026"
Stockholders of record are the people or entities whose names appear on a company's official shareholder list on a specific cutoff date set by the company or its transfer agent; only those listed are entitled to receive dividends, vote at shareholder meetings, or participate in other corporate actions. Think of it like a guest list for an event: being on the list on the set day determines who gets the benefits and rights, so investors must own shares before the cutoff to qualify.
emerging growth company regulatory
"Emerging growth company Item 7.01."
An emerging growth company is a recently public or smaller public firm that qualifies for temporary, lighter regulatory and disclosure rules to reduce the cost and effort of being public. For investors, it means the company may provide less historical financial detail and face fewer reporting requirements than larger firms, so it can grow more quickly but also carries higher uncertainty—like buying a promising early-stage product with fewer user reviews.
Fortune 500 financial
"Murphy USA ranks 231 among Fortune 500 companies"
The Fortune 500 is a list of the 500 biggest companies in the United States, ranked by their total sales or revenue each year. It’s like a ranking of the top players in the business world, showing which companies are the most successful and influential. Being on the list indicates a company’s importance in the economy.
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE
SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 7, 2026
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
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(870 ) 875-7600
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(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)
Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§ 230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐
Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure
On May 7, 2026, Murphy USA Inc. issued a news release announcing a dividend declaration which included a rate increase from the previous quarter. The full text of this news release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.
Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits
(d) Exhibits
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99.1* | News release issued by Murphy USA Inc., dated May 7, 2026, announcing a dividend declaration and rate increase | |||||||
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*Furnished herewith
Signature
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
MURPHY USA INC. | |||||||||||
| Date: | May 7, 2026 | By: /s/ Donald R. Smith, Jr. | |||||||||
Donald R. Smith, Jr. | |||||||||||
| Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer | |||||||||||
Exhibit 99.1
Murphy USA Inc. Announces Dividend Increase
EL DORADO, Arkansas, May 7, 2026 – The Board of Directors of Murphy USA Inc. (NYSE: MUSA) today declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Common Stock of Murphy USA Inc. of $0.64 per share, or $2.56 per share on an annualized basis. This represents an increase of 28% from the Q2 2025 dividend and is 1.6% above the Q1 2026 dividend. The dividend is payable on June 1, 2026, to stockholders of record as of May 18, 2026.
About Murphy USA
Murphy USA (NYSE: MUSA) is a leading retailer of gasoline and convenience merchandise with more than 1,800 stores located primarily in the Southwest, Southeast, Midwest and Northeast United States. The Company and its team of approximately 16,900 employees serve an estimated two million customers each day through its network of retail gasoline and convenience stores in 27 states. The majority of Murphy USA's stores are located in close proximity to Walmart Supercenters, but we also operate standalone stores that market gasoline and other products under the Murphy USA, Murphy Express, and QuickChek brands. Murphy USA ranks 231 among Fortune 500 companies.
Source: Murphy USA Inc. (NYSE: MUSA)
Investor Contact:
Christian Pikul – Vice President of Investor Relations and FP&A
Christian.Pikul@murphyusa.com
Ash Aulds – Director of Investor Relations and FP&A
Ash.Aulds@murphyusa.com
FAQ
What dividend did Murphy USA (MUSA) declare in this 8-K filing?
Murphy USA declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.64 per share. This equals $2.56 per share on an annualized basis and reflects the Board’s latest decision on regular cash returns to shareholders.
How much did Murphy USA (MUSA) increase its dividend compared to prior periods?
The dividend is 28% higher than the Q2 2025 dividend and 1.6% above the Q1 2026 dividend. These figures show both year-over-year and sequential growth in the company’s cash payout.
When will Murphy USA (MUSA) pay the new dividend and who qualifies?
The $0.64 per share dividend will be payable on June 1, 2026. Stockholders of record as of May 18, 2026 will be entitled to receive this cash payment from the company.
What stock exchange lists Murphy USA (MUSA) common stock?
Murphy USA’s common stock, with a par value of $0.01 per share, trades on the New York Stock Exchange. The company’s trading symbol on this exchange is MUSA, as indicated in the filing.
How large is Murphy USA’s retail footprint according to the filing?
Murphy USA operates more than 1,800 stores across 27 U.S. states. The company serves about two million customers daily and employs approximately 16,900 people in its gasoline and convenience merchandise network.