Murphy USA to Acquire QuikTrip Stores for $1B

Ticker: MUSA · Form: 8-K · Filed: Oct 29, 2025 · CIK: 1573516

Sentiment: bullish

Topics: acquisition, convenience-stores, expansion

Related Tickers: MUSA, QT

TL;DR

MUSA buying QT's c-store biz for $1B, closing Q4 2025.

AI Summary

Murphy USA Inc. announced on October 23, 2025, that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of the outstanding equity interests of The QuikTrip Corporation's convenience store business, which includes 110 stores across Texas, Oklahoma, and Colorado. The transaction is valued at approximately $1.0 billion and is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025, subject to customary closing conditions.

Why It Matters

This significant acquisition expands Murphy USA's footprint and market share in the convenience store sector, potentially leading to increased revenue and operational synergies.

Risk Assessment

Risk Level: medium — The acquisition involves a substantial $1.0 billion price tag and is subject to closing conditions, introducing integration and financial risks.

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FAQ

What is the total value of the acquisition?

The acquisition is valued at approximately $1.0 billion.

How many convenience stores is Murphy USA acquiring?

Murphy USA is acquiring 110 convenience stores from The QuikTrip Corporation.

In which states are the acquired QuikTrip stores located?

The acquired stores are located across Texas, Oklahoma, and Colorado.

When is the acquisition expected to close?

The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025.

What is the exact date of the report?

The date of the report is October 23, 2025.

Filing Stats: 991 words · 4 min read · ~3 pages · Grade level 9.8 · Accepted 2025-10-29 16:38:01

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02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition On October 29, 2025, Murphy USA Inc. issued a news release announcing its financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2025. The full text of this news release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.2. Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers Chief Executive Officer Transition On October 23, 2025, the Board of Directors (the "Board") of the Company unanimously appointed Mindy K. West, currently the Company's Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, as the President and Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately. Further, Ms. West was appointed as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective as of January 1, 2026 and was also elected to the Board, effective as of January 1, 2026. Ms. West will be succeeding R. Andrew Clyde, who will be retiring as Chief Executive Officer of the Company and as a member of the Board, effective as of December 31, 2025, and thereafter is expected to serve as a non-executive employee through February 2026. At that time, Mr. Clyde will transition to serving as a non-employee advisor to the Board and management until February 2027 to assist in the orderly transition of his responsibilities. Ms. West, age 56, joined the Company's former parent in 1996 and held multiple roles with increasing responsibility. In 2013, she was named Executive Vice President, CFO and Treasurer in connection with the Company's spinoff from the former parent. In 2017, Ms. West added the role of EVP, Fuels and in March 2024, she was appointed as Chief Operating Officer and relinquished the CFO and Treasurer roles. With the immediate promotion to President, Ms. West's salary will be increased to $900,000. The full text of the press release announcing this planned leadership transition is attached herewith as Exhibit 99.1.

01. Regulation FD Disclosure

Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure On October 29, 2025, the Company issued a news release announcing that the Board took action on October 23, 2025, to authorize a new share repurchase program of up to $2.0 billion to begin upon completion of the current $1.5 billion program authorization. This new authorization will expire on December 31, 2030. Further, the Board also approved a dividend declaration which included a rate increase from the previous quarter. This dividend will be payable on December 1, 2025 to shareholders of record as of November 10, 2025. The full text of the press release announcing the new share repurchase authorization and the dividend declaration is attached herewith as Exhibit 99.1. The information in Item 2.02, Item 5.02, Item 7.01 and Item 9.01, including Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2, shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 or otherwise subject to liabilities of that Section, nor shall they be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

01. Financial Statements and Exhibits

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits (d) Exhibits 99.1 News release issued by Murphy USA Inc., dated October 29, 2025, announcing CEO tra nsition and reaffirm ing capital allocation strategy 99.2 News release issued by Murphy USA Inc., dated October 29, 2025, announcing financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2025 104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document) 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: October 29, 2025 By: /s/ Donald R. Smith, Jr. Donald R. Smith, Jr. Vice President, Interim Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and Treasurer Exhibit Index Exhibit No. Description 99.1 News release issued by Murphy USA Inc., dated October 29, 2025, announcing CEO tra nsition and rea ffirming capital allocation strategy 99.2 News release issued by Murphy USA Inc., dated October 29, 2025, announcing financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2025 104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

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