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 Powers Up with Bold 2026 Guidance and $1B Buyback Boost
Vistra unveiled strong 2026 guidance projecting $6.8B–$7.6B in Adjusted EBITDA and $3.925B–$4.725B in Adjusted FCFbG, signaling robust growth amid rising power demand. The company also authorized an additional $1B share repurchase and locked in key expansions, bolstering its position as a top U.S. power generator.
- Board greenlights $1.0B share repurchase program, expected to complete by end-2027, underscoring confidence in cash flow generation.
- Initiated 2026 Adjusted EBITDA outlook of $6.8B–$7.6B, up significantly from prior year, with 2027 midpoint eyeing $7.4B–$7.8B on capacity expansions.
- Secured FERC approval for 2,600 MW gas plant acquisition and announced 860 MW new units plus a 20-year, 1,200 MW PPA, enhancing grid reliability and revenue stability.
Vistra Powers Up with Bold 2026 Guidance and $1B Buyback Boost
Vistra unveiled strong 2026 guidance projecting $6.8B–$7.6B in Adjusted EBITDA and $3.925B–$4.725B in Adjusted FCFbG, signaling robust growth amid rising power demand. The company also authorized an additional $1B share repurchase and locked in key expansions, bolstering its position as a top U.S. power generator.
- Board greenlights $1.0B share repurchase program, expected to complete by end-2027, underscoring confidence in cash flow generation.
- Initiated 2026 Adjusted EBITDA outlook of $6.8B–$7.6B, up significantly from prior year, with 2027 midpoint eyeing $7.4B–$7.8B on capacity expansions.
- Secured FERC approval for 2,600 MW gas plant acquisition and announced 860 MW new units plus a 20-year, 1,200 MW PPA, enhancing grid reliability and revenue stability.
Stock Performance Snapshot
Analyst Rating
Analysts recommend buying Vistra Energy stock with a target price of $231.92, indicating strong growth potential.
Financial Health
Vistra Energy is performing well with strong revenue and cash flow, indicating good overall financial health.
Dividend
Vistra Energy's low dividend yield of 0.56% may not attract dividend-focused investors. If you invested $1000 you would be paid $5.60 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).
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Explore BasketWhy 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.
Transition and Growth
Investors may watch investments in renewables and battery storage as potential growth drivers, though project execution and policy shifts carry risk.
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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