marathon oil 1st Quarter 2008

Marathon Oil Corporation reported first quarter 2008 net income of $731 million, slightly lower than the first quarter of 2007. Adjusted net income excluding special items was $767 million, up 9% from the prior year. Upstream and integrated gas segments performed strongly due to higher hydrocarbon prices and production volumes. Downstream results were negatively impacted by lower refining margins and planned maintenance. The company continued share repurchases and major project work during the quarter.