MRO vs. NOV

Last updated Jun 3, 2026

MRO (Marathon Oil Corporation) and NOV (National Oilwell Varco, Inc.) are both stocks. Both are in the Energy sector — MRO in Oil & Gas E&P, NOV in Oil & Gas Equipment & Services. A 0.60 correlation means they provide meaningful diversification when combined.

Performance

MRO vs. NOV - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Marathon Oil Corporation (MRO) and National Oilwell Varco, Inc. (NOV). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

MRO

• 1D: —
• 1M: —
• YTD: —
• 6M: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

NOV

• 1D: 2.25%
• 1M: 3.44%
• YTD: 32.07%
• 6M: 35.27%
• 1Y: 75.35%
• 3Y*: 11.65%
• 5Y*: 4.83%
• 10Y*: -3.26%

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

MRO vs. NOV - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
MRO Marathon Oil Corporation	0.00%	0.00%	20.15%	-9.29%	66.91%	149.77%	-50.38%	-3.93%	-14.37%	-0.82%
NOV National Oilwell Varco, Inc.	32.07%	11.30%	-26.81%	-1.83%	55.72%	-0.89%	-44.93%	-1.69%	-28.28%	-3.23%

Correlation

The correlation between MRO and NOV is 0.60, which is moderate. They share some common price drivers but move independently often enough to provide real diversification benefit when combined.

	Correlation
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period	0.41
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	0.60
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	0.64
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Oct 30, 1996	0.60

The correlation between MRO and NOV shifts across timeframes, from 0.41 (3 years) to 0.64 (10 years), reflecting how their relationship changes across market environments.

Fundamentals

Total Revenue (TTM) MRO : $6.58B NOV : $8.69B
Gross Profit (TTM) MRO : $3.50B NOV : $1.70B
EBITDA (TTM) MRO : $4.23B NOV : $633.00M

Return for Risk

MRO vs. NOV — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

NOV

NOV Risk / Return Rank: 87
NOV Sharpe Ratio Rank: 87
NOV Sortino Ratio Rank: 83
NOV Omega Ratio Rank: 81
NOV Calmar Ratio Rank: 90
NOV Martin Ratio Rank: 90

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

MRO vs. NOV - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Marathon Oil Corporation (MRO) and National Oilwell Varco, Inc. (NOV). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

Risk / return metrics aren't available yet — we need at least 12 months of trading data to calculate them.

Sharpe Ratios by Period

	MRO	NOV	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	2.01	—
Sharpe Ratio (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	—	0.11	—
Sharpe Ratio (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	—	-0.07	—
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	—	0.12	—

Drawdowns

Drawdown Indicators

	MRO	NOV	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	—	-89.77%	—
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-16.10%	—
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	—	-47.15%	—
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	—	-53.70%	—
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	—	-83.26%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	—	-71.43%	—
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	—	-45.17%	—
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	6.18%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	MRO	NOV	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	9.77%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	25.56%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	37.69%	—
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	—	42.31%	—
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	—	47.32%	—

Dividends

MRO vs. NOV - Dividend Comparison

MRO has not paid dividends to shareholders, while NOV's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 1.98%.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
MRO Marathon Oil Corporation	0.00%	0.00%	1.54%	1.70%	1.18%	1.10%	1.20%	1.47%	1.39%	1.18%	1.16%	5.40%
NOV National Oilwell Varco, Inc.	1.98%	3.26%	1.88%	0.99%	0.96%	0.37%	0.36%	0.80%	0.78%	0.56%	1.63%	5.49%

Financials

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both MRO and NOV in my portfolio?

MRO and NOV have a correlation of 0.60, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.