Vistra Corp. stock has dropped 37.7% from its high, but rallied 99.2% in the past year.

From Nasdaq: 2025-03-19 11:51:50

Vistra Corp. (VST), an energy company with a market cap of almost $43 billion, offers electricity, power generation, and more. It’s a major player in clean energy with diverse energy sources like natural gas and solar, serving customers across the U.S. and focusing on innovation and sustainability.

Despite its strength, VST stock has dropped 37.7% from its 52-week high and declined 6.3% in the past three months, below the S&P 500 Index. However, it has rallied 99.2% in the past year, outperforming the index in the long term.

Vistra’s shares plunged 12.3% on Feb. 27 after weaker-than-expected Q4 earnings and revenue, but showed a significant year-over-year revenue growth and reported a net income of $490 million. The drop was also influenced by broader market sentiment, including Nvidia’s 3.5% stock drop.

Despite recent underperformance, analysts are optimistic about Vistra’s future, with a consensus rating of “Strong Buy” and a mean price target of $183.69, suggesting a 47.6% premium to current levels. VST has outpaced its rival AEP over the past year but lagged behind on a YTD basis.



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