Current Ratio
since 2011
Calculation
Marathon Petroleum Corp., current ratio, long-term trends, calculation
| Current ratio | = | Current assets1 | ÷ | Current liabilities1 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2023 | 1.59 | = | 32,131) | ÷ | 20,150) |
| Dec 31, 2022 | 1.76 | = | 35,242) | ÷ | 20,020) |
| Dec 31, 2021 | 1.70 | = | 30,496) | ÷ | 17,898) |
| Dec 31, 2020 | 1.81 | = | 28,287) | ÷ | 15,663) |
| Dec 31, 2019 | 1.25 | = | 20,170) | ÷ | 16,147) |
| Dec 31, 2018 | 1.36 | = | 18,023) | ÷ | 13,216) |
| Dec 31, 2017 | 1.28 | = | 13,401) | ÷ | 10,478) |
| Dec 31, 2016 | 1.46 | = | 10,401) | ÷ | 7,146) |
| Dec 31, 2015 | 1.49 | = | 9,471) | ÷ | 6,345) |
| Dec 31, 2014 | 1.32 | = | 11,339) | ÷ | 8,579) |
| Dec 31, 2013 | 1.30 | = | 12,737) | ÷ | 9,824) |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 1.59 | = | 13,029) | ÷ | 8,203) |
| Dec 31, 2011 | 1.25 | = | 12,001) | ÷ | 9,591) |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31).
1 US$ in millions
The analysis of the annual financial data reveals several trends in liquidity and short-term financial position over the period examined.
- Current Assets
- Current assets exhibit a fluctuating but generally upward trend. Starting at approximately $12.0 billion, there is a slight increase and decrease through the early years, with a dip reaching a low around $9.5 billion in 2015. Subsequently, current assets rise markedly, peaking near $35.2 billion in 2022 before a modest decline to about $32.1 billion in 2023. This suggests an improved ability to cover short-term obligations in recent years, supported by growth in liquid and near-liquid resources.
- Current Liabilities
- Current liabilities show variable movement, starting around $9.6 billion in 2011 and declining steadily to approximately $6.3 billion in 2015. After 2015, current liabilities increase consistently, more than tripling to about $20.1 billion in 2023. This pattern indicates a rising short-term debt or other payable obligations, which could reflect increased operational scale, changes in supplier terms, or strategic leveraging.
- Current Ratio
- The current ratio, a key indicator of short-term liquidity, fluctuates between 1.25 and 1.81 over the entire time frame. The ratio improves notably from about 1.25 in 2011 to peaks near 1.81 in 2020, reflecting a strengthened liquidity position during that period. After 2020, the ratio slightly declines but remains above 1.5, concluding near 1.59 in 2023. These fluctuations in the current ratio generally correspond to the changes in current assets and liabilities, showing maintained ability to meet short-term obligations despite increasing liabilities.
Overall, the data indicates an expansion in current assets combined with a substantial increase in current liabilities in the latter years. Despite this, the current ratio remains above 1.5 in recent years, suggesting a cautious but stable liquidity position. The increasing current liabilities could warrant further monitoring to ensure that asset growth and operational cash flow adequately support the company's obligations.
Comparison to Competitors
Marathon Petroleum Corp., current ratio, long-term trends, comparison to competitors
| Marathon Petroleum Corp. | Chevron Corp. | ConocoPhillips | Exxon Mobil Corp. | Occidental Petroleum Corp. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2023 | 1.59 | 1.27 | 1.43 | 1.48 | 0.92 |
| Dec 31, 2022 | 1.76 | 1.47 | 1.46 | 1.41 | 1.15 |
| Dec 31, 2021 | 1.70 | 1.26 | 1.34 | 1.04 | 1.23 |
| Dec 31, 2020 | 1.81 | 1.18 | 2.25 | 0.80 | 1.07 |
| Dec 31, 2019 | 1.25 | 1.07 | 2.40 | 0.78 | 1.25 |
| Dec 31, 2018 | 1.36 | 1.25 | 1.79 | 0.84 | 1.34 |
| Dec 31, 2017 | 1.28 | 1.03 | 1.76 | 0.82 | 1.12 |
| Dec 31, 2016 | 1.46 | 0.93 | 1.25 | 0.87 | 1.32 |
| Dec 31, 2015 | 1.49 | 1.34 | 0.95 | 0.79 | 1.37 |
| Dec 31, 2014 | 1.32 | 1.32 | 1.31 | 0.82 | 1.68 |
| Dec 31, 2013 | 1.30 | 1.52 | 1.26 | 0.83 | 1.34 |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 1.59 | 1.63 | 1.38 | 1.01 | 1.30 |
| Dec 31, 2011 | 1.25 | 1.58 | 1.08 | 0.94 | 1.45 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31).
Comparison to Sector (Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels)
Marathon Petroleum Corp., current ratio, long-term trends, comparison to sector (oil, gas & consumable fuels)
| Marathon Petroleum Corp. | Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels | |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2023 | 1.59 | 1.37 |
| Dec 31, 2022 | 1.76 | 1.42 |
| Dec 31, 2021 | 1.70 | 1.15 |
| Dec 31, 2020 | 1.81 | 1.00 |
| Dec 31, 2019 | 1.25 | 1.01 |
| Dec 31, 2018 | 1.36 | 1.06 |
| Dec 31, 2017 | 1.28 | 0.98 |
| Dec 31, 2016 | 1.46 | 0.95 |
| Dec 31, 2015 | 1.49 | 1.00 |
| Dec 31, 2014 | 1.32 | 1.07 |
| Dec 31, 2013 | 1.30 | 1.09 |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 1.59 | 1.25 |
| Dec 31, 2011 | 1.25 | 1.14 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31).
Comparison to Industry (Energy)
Marathon Petroleum Corp., current ratio, long-term trends, comparison to industry (energy)
| Marathon Petroleum Corp. | Energy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2023 | 1.59 | 1.37 |
| Dec 31, 2022 | 1.76 | 1.40 |
| Dec 31, 2021 | 1.70 | 1.15 |
| Dec 31, 2020 | 1.81 | 1.02 |
| Dec 31, 2019 | 1.25 | 1.03 |
| Dec 31, 2018 | 1.36 | 1.07 |
| Dec 31, 2017 | 1.28 | 1.01 |
| Dec 31, 2016 | 1.46 | 1.04 |
| Dec 31, 2015 | 1.49 | 1.11 |
| Dec 31, 2014 | 1.32 | 1.14 |
| Dec 31, 2013 | 1.30 | 1.17 |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 1.59 | 1.31 |
| Dec 31, 2011 | 1.25 | 1.20 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31).