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Marathon Petroleum Corp. (NYSE:MPC)

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Analysis of Long-term (Investment) Activity Ratios

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Long-term Activity Ratios (Summary)

Marathon Petroleum Corp., long-term (investment) activity ratios

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Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Net fixed asset turnover 4.23 4.98 3.20 1.79 2.72
Net fixed asset turnover (including operating lease, right-of-use asset) 4.08 4.81 3.09 1.72 2.58
Total asset turnover 1.73 1.97 1.41 0.82 1.26
Equity turnover 6.08 6.40 4.58 3.14 3.68

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).


The analysis of investment activity ratios reveals a consistent pattern of volatility between 2019 and 2023, characterized by a significant contraction in 2020 followed by a robust recovery and peaking in 2022. Across all metrics, there is a clear trend of improved asset utilization and capital efficiency in the post-2020 period, although a slight moderation in performance occurred in 2023.

Fixed Asset Utilization
Net fixed asset turnover experienced a sharp decline from 2.72 in 2019 to 1.79 in 2020. However, a strong upward trajectory followed, reaching a peak of 4.98 in 2022 before adjusting to 4.23 in 2023. The inclusion of right-of-use assets slightly lowered these ratios but mirrored the same trend, indicating that the core operational assets became significantly more efficient at generating revenue during the 2021-2022 period.
Overall Asset Efficiency
Total asset turnover followed a similar trajectory, dropping to a low of 0.82 in 2020 from 1.26 in 2019. Efficiency improved steadily to reach a five-year high of 1.97 in 2022, ending the period at 1.73 in 2023. This indicates a general increase in the company's ability to utilize its entire asset base to drive sales.
Equity Productivity
Equity turnover showed a more pronounced growth trend compared to asset ratios. After a dip to 3.14 in 2020, the ratio climbed aggressively to 6.40 in 2022, before settling at 6.08 in 2023. This substantial increase suggests a significant rise in revenue generation relative to the shareholders' equity base, pointing toward increased capital efficiency or changes in the company's financial leverage over the analyzed period.

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Net Fixed Asset Turnover

Marathon Petroleum Corp., net fixed asset turnover calculation, comparison to benchmarks

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Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Selected Financial Data (US$ in millions)
Sales and other operating revenues 148,379 177,453 119,983 69,779 123,949
Property, plant and equipment, net 35,112 35,657 37,440 39,035 45,615
Long-term Activity Ratio
Net fixed asset turnover1 4.23 4.98 3.20 1.79 2.72
Benchmarks
Net Fixed Asset Turnover, Competitors2
Chevron Corp. 1.28 1.64 1.06 — —
ConocoPhillips 0.80 1.21 0.71 — —
Exxon Mobil Corp. 1.56 1.95 1.28 — —
Net Fixed Asset Turnover, Sector
Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels 1.34 1.73 1.12 — —
Net Fixed Asset Turnover, Industry
Energy 1.39 1.77 1.15 — —

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).

1 2023 Calculation
Net fixed asset turnover = Sales and other operating revenues ÷ Property, plant and equipment, net
= 148,379 ÷ 35,112 = 4.23

2 Click competitor name to see calculations.


Analysis of investment activity reveals a period of significant volatility in revenue generation coupled with a consistent reduction in the net fixed asset base.

Net Fixed Asset Turnover Trend
The net fixed asset turnover ratio experienced a sharp decline in 2020, falling to 1.79 from 2.72 in 2019. This was followed by a sustained recovery and expansion phase, reaching a peak of 4.98 in 2022 before moderating to 4.23 in 2023. The overall trajectory indicates an increase in the efficiency of utilizing fixed assets to generate operating revenue over the five-year period.
Revenue Dynamics
Operating revenues demonstrated substantial volatility, with a significant contraction in 2020 to 69,779 million US$. Revenues rebounded strongly in 2021 and 2022, peaking at 177,453 million US$ before declining to 148,379 million US$ in 2023. This fluctuation in the revenue stream is the primary driver of the variability observed in the turnover ratio.
Fixed Asset Base Contraction
A steady downward trend is observed in net property, plant, and equipment, which decreased from 45,615 million US$ in 2019 to 35,112 million US$ in 2023. This continuous reduction in the asset base has contributed to the higher turnover ratios in the later years, as the company generated significantly higher revenues using a smaller capital footprint compared to the 2019 baseline.
Efficiency Synthesis
The peak efficiency observed in 2022 resulted from the convergence of record-high operating revenues and a continuing decline in net fixed assets. While the ratio declined slightly in 2023 due to lower revenues, the efficiency remains substantially higher than the levels recorded between 2019 and 2021.

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Net Fixed Asset Turnover (including Operating Lease, Right-of-Use Asset)

Marathon Petroleum Corp., net fixed asset turnover (including operating lease, right-of-use asset) calculation, comparison to benchmarks

Microsoft Excel
Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Selected Financial Data (US$ in millions)
Sales and other operating revenues 148,379 177,453 119,983 69,779 123,949
 
Property, plant and equipment, net 35,112 35,657 37,440 39,035 45,615
Operating lease right of use assets 1,233 1,214 1,372 1,521 2,459
Property, plant and equipment, net (including operating lease, right-of-use asset) 36,345 36,871 38,812 40,556 48,074
Long-term Activity Ratio
Net fixed asset turnover (including operating lease, right-of-use asset)1 4.08 4.81 3.09 1.72 2.58
Benchmarks
Net Fixed Asset Turnover (including Operating Lease, Right-of-Use Asset), Competitors2
Chevron Corp. 1.24 1.59 1.03 — —
ConocoPhillips 0.79 1.20 0.70 — —
Exxon Mobil Corp. 1.51 1.89 1.24 — —
Net Fixed Asset Turnover (including Operating Lease, Right-of-Use Asset), Sector
Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels 1.30 1.68 1.09 — —
Net Fixed Asset Turnover (including Operating Lease, Right-of-Use Asset), Industry
Energy 1.35 1.72 1.12 — —

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).

1 2023 Calculation
Net fixed asset turnover (including operating lease, right-of-use asset) = Sales and other operating revenues ÷ Property, plant and equipment, net (including operating lease, right-of-use asset)
= 148,379 ÷ 36,345 = 4.08

2 Click competitor name to see calculations.


The analysis of long-term investment activity reveals a period of significant volatility in revenue coupled with a consistent reduction in the net fixed asset base between 2019 and 2023. The interaction between these two factors has resulted in substantial fluctuations in the net fixed asset turnover ratio, peaking in 2022.

Revenue Trends
Operating revenues experienced a sharp contraction in 2020, falling from 123,949 million US$ to 69,779 million US$. This was followed by a robust recovery phase, with revenues climbing to 119,983 million US$ in 2021 and reaching a five-year peak of 177,453 million US$ in 2022, before moderating to 148,379 million US$ in 2023.
Fixed Asset Base Evolution
Property, plant, and equipment, net, exhibited a steady downward trajectory throughout the analyzed period. The asset base decreased from 48,074 million US$ in 2019 to 36,345 million US$ by the end of 2023, representing a total reduction of approximately 24.3%. This indicates a consistent decrease in the capital invested in long-term physical assets.
Net Fixed Asset Turnover Analysis
The net fixed asset turnover ratio mirrored the revenue volatility but was amplified by the shrinking asset base. The ratio declined to 1.72 in 2020 due to the collapse in sales. However, it rose sharply to 3.09 in 2021 and further to 4.81 in 2022. This peak indicates a period of high asset productivity, where a smaller asset base generated record-high revenues. The ratio then adjusted to 4.08 in 2023, reflecting the decrease in annual sales despite the continued slight reduction in net fixed assets.

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Total Asset Turnover

Marathon Petroleum Corp., total asset turnover calculation, comparison to benchmarks

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Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Selected Financial Data (US$ in millions)
Sales and other operating revenues 148,379 177,453 119,983 69,779 123,949
Total assets 85,987 89,904 85,373 85,158 98,556
Long-term Activity Ratio
Total asset turnover1 1.73 1.97 1.41 0.82 1.26
Benchmarks
Total Asset Turnover, Competitors2
Chevron Corp. 0.75 0.91 0.65 — —
ConocoPhillips 0.59 0.84 0.51 — —
Exxon Mobil Corp. 0.89 1.08 0.82 — —
Total Asset Turnover, Sector
Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels 0.80 0.99 0.71 — —
Total Asset Turnover, Industry
Energy 0.79 0.97 0.71 — —

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).

1 2023 Calculation
Total asset turnover = Sales and other operating revenues ÷ Total assets
= 148,379 ÷ 85,987 = 1.73

2 Click competitor name to see calculations.


The financial data indicates a period of significant volatility in revenue generation contrasted by a relatively stable asset base, resulting in fluctuating levels of asset utilization efficiency between 2019 and 2023.

Revenue Performance
Sales and other operating revenues experienced a sharp contraction in 2020, falling to 69,779 million US dollars from 123,949 million US dollars in 2019. This was followed by a robust recovery phase, with revenues climbing to 119,983 million US dollars in 2021 and reaching a five-year peak of 177,453 million US dollars in 2022. A subsequent moderate decline occurred in 2023, with revenues settling at 148,379 million US dollars.
Asset Base Stability
Total assets remained comparatively stable throughout the analyzed period. After a decrease from 98,556 million US dollars in 2019 to 85,158 million US dollars in 2020, the asset base fluctuated within a narrow range, peaking slightly at 89,904 million US dollars in 2022 before ending 2023 at 85,987 million US dollars. This indicates that revenue growth was not driven by significant capital expansion but rather by increased utilization of existing assets.
Total Asset Turnover Trends
The total asset turnover ratio reflects the volatility of revenues. The ratio dropped to 0.82 in 2020, representing a period of diminished operational efficiency. Efficiency improved substantially over the following two years, rising to 1.41 in 2021 and peaking at 1.97 in 2022. In 2023, the ratio moderated to 1.73, aligning with the decrease in operating revenues.

Overall, the analysis reveals a strong recovery in asset productivity following the 2020 downturn. The company demonstrated an ability to generate significantly higher revenue per dollar of assets in 2022 and 2023 compared to the 2019 and 2020 levels, suggesting improved operational leverage or favorable market conditions impacting revenue generation without requiring proportional increases in the investment base.

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Equity Turnover

Marathon Petroleum Corp., equity turnover calculation, comparison to benchmarks

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Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Selected Financial Data (US$ in millions)
Sales and other operating revenues 148,379 177,453 119,983 69,779 123,949
Total MPC stockholders’ equity 24,404 27,715 26,206 22,199 33,694
Long-term Activity Ratio
Equity turnover1 6.08 6.40 4.58 3.14 3.68
Benchmarks
Equity Turnover, Competitors2
Chevron Corp. 1.22 1.48 1.12 — —
ConocoPhillips 1.14 1.64 1.01 — —
Exxon Mobil Corp. 1.63 2.04 1.64 — —
Equity Turnover, Sector
Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels 1.42 1.77 1.35 — —
Equity Turnover, Industry
Energy 1.43 1.76 1.36 — —

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).

1 2023 Calculation
Equity turnover = Sales and other operating revenues ÷ Total MPC stockholders’ equity
= 148,379 ÷ 24,404 = 6.08

2 Click competitor name to see calculations.


An analysis of the investment activity ratios reveals a period of significant volatility in asset utilization, specifically regarding the efficiency of stockholders' equity in generating revenue between 2019 and 2023.

Revenue Volatility
Operating revenues experienced a sharp contraction in 2020, decreasing from 123,949 million USD to 69,779 million USD. A strong recovery followed, with revenues peaking in 2022 at 177,453 million USD before moderating to 148,379 million USD in 2023.
Equity Base Fluctuations
Total stockholders' equity demonstrated a general decline from 2019 levels of 33,694 million USD, reaching a minimum of 22,199 million USD in 2020. Although equity saw a moderate recovery to 27,715 million USD by 2022, it decreased again to 24,404 million USD by the end of 2023.
Equity Turnover Performance
The equity turnover ratio mirrors the volatility of revenues while being influenced by the reduced equity base. After falling to 3.14 in 2020, the ratio ascended rapidly to 4.58 in 2021 and reached a peak of 6.40 in 2022. The ratio remained high at 6.08 in 2023, indicating that the company is generating significantly more revenue per unit of equity than was achieved during the 2019-2020 period.

The observed patterns suggest a substantial increase in the efficiency of equity utilization. The divergence between the declining equity base and the recovered revenue levels has resulted in a structurally higher equity turnover ratio compared to the baseline established in 2019.

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