Vistra Corp (VST) Benefits from Retail Growth and Expands Nuclear Fleet

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Summary Highlights:

  • Vistra Corp (VST, Financial) sees a 31.16% revenue boost in Q4 2024, with total revenues surpassing $4 billion.
  • Bank of America Securities maintains a "Buy" rating, adjusting the price target to $148 from $152.
  • Analysts foresee a potential 33.87% upside with a one-year average price target of $169.53.

Vistra Corp (VST) reported a significant surge in its fourth-quarter earnings for 2024, with revenue climbing 31.16% to exceed $4 billion. This impressive growth has been attributed to tightening energy markets and a robust increase in demand.

Analyst Price Target Adjustments

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Bank of America Securities recently revised its price target for Vistra Corp, lowering it from $152 to $148. Despite this minor adjustment, the firm continues to uphold a "Buy" rating, emphasizing the company's advantages from retail sector expansion and strategic acquisitions of nuclear sites.

Wall Street Price Targets

Currently, 15 analysts have provided one-year price targets for Vistra Corp (VST, Financial), with an average target price of $169.53. This suggests a potential upside of 33.87% from the current trading price of $126.64. The highest estimate sits at $212.00, while the lowest is $120.00. Investors can access detailed forecast data on the Vistra Corp (VST) Forecast page.

Brokerage Firm Recommendations

Vistra Corp (VST, Financial) holds an average brokerage recommendation of 1.8, which translates to an "Outperform" rating. This consensus arises from the insights of 17 brokerage firms. The recommendation scale ranges from 1, indicating a Strong Buy, to 5, which suggests a Sell.

GF Value Estimation

According to GuruFocus estimates, the projected GF Value for Vistra Corp (VST, Financial) in the upcoming year is $58.45. This value points to a potential downside of 53.85% compared to the present price of $126.64. The GF Value reflects GuruFocus' calculation of the stock's fair trading value, based on historical trading multiples, past business growth, and projected future performance. For a more in-depth analysis, visit the Vistra Corp (VST) Summary page.

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