Vistra
VST
Market cap $66.7B

196.58 USD

+0.80

0.41%

At close Jul 11, 4:00 PM EDT

After hours

196.13

-0.45

0.23%

1 day

0.41%

5 days

2.92%

1 month

17.86%

3 months

75.97%

6 months

21.25%

Year to date

31.35%

1 year

114.58%

5 years

928.68%

10 years

1,197.56%

About: Vistra Energy is one of the largest power producers and retail energy providers in the US. Following the 2024 Energy Harbor acquisition, Vistra owns 41 gigawatts of nuclear, coal, natural gas, solar, and energy storage assets. The proposed Lotus Partners acquisition would add 2.6 GW of natural gas generation. Its retail electricity business serves 5 million customers in 20 states, including almost a third of all Texas electricity consumers. Vistra emerged from the Energy Future Holdings bankruptcy as a stand-alone entity in 2016. It acquired Dynegy in 2018.

Employees: 6,850

Utilities Independent Power Producers

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Funds holding %

of 7,312 funds

0

Analysts bullish %

of 3 analysts

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2025 Q1 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

22% more repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 444 | Existing positions reduced: 364

17% more first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 196 | Existing positions closed: 168

1% more funds holding

Funds holding: 1,090 [Q4 2024] → 1,096 (+6) [Q1 2025]

5.39% less ownership

Funds ownership: 84.28% [Q4 2024] → 78.89% (-5.39%) [Q1 2025]

14% less call options, than puts

Call options by funds: $1.81B | Put options by funds: $2.12B

16% less funds holding in top 10

Funds holding in top 10: 51 [Q4 2024] → 43 (-8) [Q1 2025]

20% less capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $39.6B [Q4 2024] → $31.5B (-$8.07B) [Q1 2025]

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Research analyst outlook

3 Wall Street Analysts provided 1 year price targets over the past 3 months

Low target

$164

17%

downside

Avg. target

$186

6%

downside

High target

$207

5%

upside

3 analyst ratings

2 positive

67%

1 neutral

33%

0 negative

0%

Morgan Stanley Stephen Byrd	5%downside $186	Overweight Maintained	18 Jun 2025
UBS William Appicelli	5%upside $207	Buy Maintained	17 Jun 2025
Goldman Sachs Carly Davenport	17%downside $164	Neutral Maintained	23 May 2025

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Financial journalist opinion

Based on 30 articles about VST published over the past 30 days

Zacks Investment Research

Can VST Gain From Surging Electricity Demand in Its Service Areas?

Vistra benefits from rising electricity demand driven by data centers, LNG growth and Permian Basin electrification.

Can VST Gain From Surging Electricity Demand in Its Service Areas?

Vistra Corp: Potential For Growth Despite Rising Costs

Vistra is well-positioned for growth due to Texas' population surge, rising manufacturing demand, and a strong retail energy business. The company benefits from bipartisan support and subsidies for nuclear power, with reduced risk from recent policy changes impacting renewables. Despite a recent unprofitable quarter caused by rising costs, Vistra's history and seasonal demand suggest a likely return to profitability.

Vistra Corp: Potential For Growth Despite Rising Costs

Vistra: Riding The American Energy Dominance Wave

Vistra's stock price has surged since last year due to strategic clean energy moves, including acquiring full control of Vistra Vision and partnering with Sunrun, which can continue. Recent U.S. policy initiatives, like Trump's executive orders and the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, further boost the company's prospects in both nuclear and fossil fuels. VST's valuation appears stretched for the short term; however, over the longer term, there are still gains to be made.

Vistra: Riding The American Energy Dominance Wave

Vistra to Report Second Quarter Results on Aug. 7, 2025

IRVING, Texas , July 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Vistra (NYSE: VST) plans to report its second quarter 2025 financial and operating results on Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025, during a live conference call and webcast beginning at 9 a.m. ET (8 a.m.

Vistra to Report Second Quarter Results on Aug. 7, 2025

Vistra Extends Support to Flood-Impacted Communities in Central Texas

IRVING, Texas , July 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Vistra (NYSE: VST) extends its deepest sympathies to the families and communities affected by the devastating flooding in Kerr County and across Central Texas. "Our hearts are with those experiencing tremendous loss and hardship," said Jim Burke, president and CEO of Vistra.

Vistra Extends Support to Flood-Impacted Communities in Central Texas

Vistra gets 20-year extension for its Ohio power plant

The U.S. nuclear regulator has allowed utility Vistra to extend the operation of its Perry nuclear power plant by an additional 20 years through 2046, the company said on Monday.

Vistra gets 20-year extension for its Ohio power plant

Vistra Receives Approval to Extend Operation of Perry Nuclear Plant Through 2046

With Perry re-license, each of Vistra's six reactors has now received license extension, ensuring continued reliable generation of emission-free electricity in key markets IRVING, Texas , July 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Vistra (NYSE: VST) today announced that it has received approval from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to extend the operation of its 1,268-megawatt Perry Nuclear Power Plant through 2046, an additional 20 years beyond its original license. The plant first connected to the grid in 1986 and is currently operating under its initial 40-year license.

Vistra Receives Approval to Extend Operation of Perry Nuclear Plant Through 2046

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Vistra Corp. (VST) Beats Stock Market Upswing: What Investors Need to Know

Vistra Corp. (VST) reached $187.02 at the closing of the latest trading day, reflecting a +1.04% change compared to its last close.

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