Valero Energy Corporation (VLO) boasts a market cap of $55.1 billion and operates globally in refining, renewable diesel, and ethanol. VLO stock has risen 18.8% in the past three months, outperforming the Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund. Shares surged 7% after reporting Q3 2025 adjusted EPS of $3.66 and robust refining performance.

Despite VLO’s strong stock performance, analysts are cautiously optimistic, giving it a “Moderate Buy” rating. Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) trails VLO with a 40.6% YTD gain. VLO stock has seen a 29.8% increase over the past 52 weeks. Analysts predict a 3.9% premium to current levels with a mean price target of $187.61.

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