Vistra Energy Corp.

Vistra Energy Corp.

Vistra Energy Corporation (VST) is a large US-based integrated power company that owns and operates a portfolio of electricity generation assets and competitive retail energy businesses. Its revenues come from selling wholesale power, retail electricity contracts and related trading activities, so performance is tied to energy prices, customer demand and market rules. The company has signalled investments in lower‑carbon resources and battery storage in line with broader sector trends, while still operating legacy thermal capacity. Key considerations for investors include exposure to commodity price volatility, regulatory and policy changes, weather-driven demand swings and execution risk for new projects. Market capitalisation and scale can offer resilience, but returns are not guaranteed. This is general educational information only and not personalised investment advice; values can fall as well as rise, so assess suitability for your own circumstances.

Why It's Moving

Vistra Energy Corp.

Vistra Shares Surge on Fleet Expansion and Bullish Analyst Backing Amid Power Sector Boom

Vistra's stock climbed over 5% this week, fueled by strategic moves to bolster its generation capacity and strong analyst endorsements. Investors are responding to the company's natural-gas facility acquisitions, which enhance earnings visibility in a market hungry for reliable power amid rising AI-driven demand.
Sentiment:
🐃Bullish
  • Vistra acquired seven natural-gas facilities, expanding its fleet and locking in near-term revenue from merchant and retail operations.
  • Analysts from UBS, Bank of America, and JPMorgan reiterated Buy ratings, highlighting disciplined capital allocation and high ROE for sustained growth.
  • Raised 2026 EBITDA outlook to $6.8–$7.6 billion, with 70% of 2027 production hedged, signaling confidence despite past earnings hiccups.

When is the next earnings date for Vistra Energy Corp. (VST)?

Vistra Corp. (VST) is scheduled to report its next earnings on February 26, 2026. This release will cover the fourth quarter of 2025 (Q4 2025), aligning with the company's historical late-February pattern for year-end results. Investors should monitor for the official confirmation and conference call details as the date approaches.

Stock Performance Snapshot

Buy

Analyst Rating

Analysts recommend buying Vistra Energy's stock, expecting its price to rise significantly.

Above Average

Financial Health

Vistra Energy Corp. is performing well with solid revenue and cash flow generation, indicating good financial health.

Below Average

Dividend

Vistra Energy Corp. has a low dividend yield of 0.53%, indicating limited dividend payments. If you invested $1000 you would be paid $5.30 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).

Source: Analyst sentiment is provided by Refinitiv Ltd, a global leader in financial market data with over 40k business clients. Refinitiv Ltd is an independent third party to Nemo. This is not advice.

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Why You’ll Want to Watch This Stock

Power Market Exposure

Vistra's earnings are closely linked to wholesale power prices and retail customer demand, which can boost or pressure profits depending on market cycles.

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Transition and Growth

Investors may watch investments in renewables and battery storage as potential growth drivers, though project execution and policy shifts carry risk.

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Regulation and Weather

Regulatory changes and extreme weather events can materially affect revenues and costs, so factor in resilience and a suitable time horizon.

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