Murphy USA Appoints Donald R. Smith, Jr. as Permanent CFO

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Murphy USA Inc. has appointed Donald R. Smith, Jr., previously Interim CFO, as its permanent Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, effective April 3, 2026.

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• CFO Appointment Confirmed

  Donald R. Smith, Jr. has been appointed Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer of Murphy USA Inc., effective April 3, 2026.

• Transition from Interim Role

  Mr. Smith previously served as Interim Chief Financial Officer since October 2025, and has held various financial leadership roles at Murphy USA since its 2013 spin-off from Murphy Oil Corporation.

• Revised Compensation Package

  In connection with his appointment, Mr. Smith's annual base salary will increase to $550,000, with target annual cash bonus opportunity at 70% and long-term equity incentive award opportunity at 125% of his base salary. He will also receive a one-time cash bonus of $45,000 and a 'top-up' annual equity incentive award for 2026 with a targeted grant date value of $260,000.

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This appointment formalizes the leadership in a critical executive role, transitioning Mr. Smith from an interim position to permanent Chief Financial Officer. His long tenure with the company, including prior roles as Chief Accounting Officer and Treasurer, suggests continuity and stability in financial leadership. The associated compensation package, while significant for an individual, is typical for a C-suite executive at a company of Murphy USA's size and reflects the importance of the role. This move provides clarity and stability to the company's financial management.