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21 articles Updated: 2026-08-11 00:08 UTC Filter: Ticker: $VST
SEEKINGALPHA.COM · 2026-08-09 NEUTRAL NEUTRAL CORR0.45

Vistra Has Progress, But Not Enough For A Buy (NYSE:VST)

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Vistra reaffirmed its 2026 EBITDA and free cash flow guidance, signaling management confidence in medium-term execution despite near-term volatility. The maintenance of forward guidance typically indicates stable operat…
SEEKINGALPHA.COM · 2026-08-08 NEUTRAL NEUTRAL CORR0.42

Vistra Stock: Hold On A Mixed Q2 Picture (NYSE:VST)

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VST's Q2 results present a contradictory picture that complicates the investment thesis. While EBITDA growth signals operational leverage and improved underlying profitability, the simultaneous decline in sales revenue …
THEHINDUBUSINESSLINE.COM · 2026-08-08 NEUTRAL NEUTRAL CORR0.42

Vistra quarterly profit slips on hedging losses despite strong power demand

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VST experienced a mixed earnings result characterized by conflicting operational and financial signals. While the company benefited from strong power demand and expansion within its generation business segment, hedging …
SEEKINGALPHA.COM · 2026-08-07 NEUTRAL BULLISH CORR0.58

Vistra targets $6.8B-$7.6B 2026 adjusted EBITDA while committing up to $1B to Helix partnership (NYSE:VST)

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Vistra (VST) reaffirmed its 2026 adjusted EBITDA guidance at $6.8B–$7.6B on its Q2 earnings call, signaling operational confidence and stable fleet performance despite regional transmission constraints. The midpoint gui…
SEEKINGALPHA.COM · 2026-08-07 NEUTRAL NEUTRAL CORR0.42

Vistra Corp. (VST) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

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Vistra Corp (VST) released Q2 2026 earnings results during a scheduled conference call on August 7, 2026. The earnings transcript provides management commentary on operational performance, strategic initiatives, and for…
SEEKINGALPHA.COM · 2026-08-07 NEUTRAL NEUTRAL CORR0.45

Vistra Corp. 2026 Q2 - Results - Earnings Call Presentation (NYSE:VST) 2026-08-07

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Vistra Corp. (NYSE: VST) released its 2026 Q2 earnings presentation, a routine disclosure event for an energy infrastructure and power generation operator. The filing itself provides limited actionable detail without ac…
FINANCE.YAHOO.COM · 2026-08-02 NEUTRAL BULLISH CORR0.58

Should You Buy Billionaire Investor Stephen Mandel’s Top 5 Stock Picks in August?

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Lone Pine Capital's latest 13F filing reveals a concentrated thesis spanning VST, CRS, and APP, suggesting institutional conviction around exposure to cyclical recovery and AI infrastructure. The portfolio construction …
ZACKS.COM · 2026-07-28 LOW BEARISH CORR0.25

Vistra Corp. (VST) Stock Declines While Market Improves: Some Information for Investors

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Vistra Corp. (VST) declined 5.37% in the recent session, closing at $148.64, while the broader market improved. This divergence suggests sector-specific or company-specific headwinds disconnected from positive macro sen…
FINANCE.YAHOO.COM · 2026-07-28 NEUTRAL BULLISH CORR0.72

Vistra Is Up 720% in 5 Years. Is There Still Time to Buy This AI "Picks and Shovels" Stock?

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Vistra (VST) has delivered exceptional 5-year returns of 720%, positioning itself as a structural beneficiary of AI infrastructure buildout. The "picks and shovels" narrative reflects the company's role as an essential …
SEEKINGALPHA.COM · 2026-07-27 NEUTRAL BULLISH CORR0.72

Vistra Corp.’s Strategic Edge: Capitalizing On Rising Energy Demand (NYSE:VST)

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Vistra Corp. (VST) is executing a shareholder-friendly capital allocation strategy centered on returning cash through a $3 billion combined buyback and dividend program, underpinned by a 10b5-1 repurchase arrangement. T…
SEEKINGALPHA.COM · 2026-07-07 NEUTRAL NEUTRAL CORR0.58

Vistra Vs. Talen Stocks: I Prefer The Higher-Risk AI Power Trade (NYSE:VST)

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VST and TLN represent divergent approaches to capitalizing on AI-driven power demand, with Vistra offering scale and stability while Talen provides concentrated exposure to tight capacity markets. The comparison reflect…
FINANCE.YAHOO.COM · 2026-07-05 LOW BULLISH CORR0.52

The Energy Stock Most Investors Overlook-And Why You Should Consider Adding It to Your Portfolio Today.

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The article promotes VST (Vistra Energy) as an overlooked opportunity amid rising electricity demand. While the thesis identifies a structural tailwind—surging power consumption driven by AI data centers, electrificatio…
INSIDERMONKEY.COM · 2026-07-02 NEUTRAL NEUTRAL CORR0.35

Here is What Analysts Think About Vistra Corp. (VST)

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VST received a modest price target reduction from Morgan Stanley, with the analyst firm trimming its valuation estimate by $2 per share to $210. The $2 downward adjustment represents approximately a 0.9% cut, signaling …
FINANCE.YAHOO.COM · 2026-06-28 NEUTRAL NEUTRAL CORR0.58

The Ultimate AI Power Supercycle Winner: NextEra Energy or Vistra Stock?

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NextEra Energy (NEE) and Vistra Energy (VST) are both executing significant M&A strategies to capture growth in data center infrastructure and AI power demand. NextEra's $67 billion transaction represents a transformati…
SEEKINGALPHA.COM · 2026-06-25 NEUTRAL BULLISH CORR0.58

Vistra: Increasingly Cheaper Before Breakout & Rich Upsides - Reiterate Buy (NYSE:VST)

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Vistra (VST) is characterized as undervalued relative to its growth trajectory, particularly given its renewables-heavy portfolio positioning it within a structural energy transition narrative. The valuation discount cr…
SEEKINGALPHA.COM · 2026-06-25 NEUTRAL NEUTRAL CORR0.55

Vistra Stock: A Solid Utility Story With Limited Margin For Error (NYSE:VST)

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Vistra (VST) presents a mixed fundamental picture centered on contracted revenue streams and structured cash flow visibility, hallmarks of defensive utility positioning. The company benefits from secular power-demand ta…
FINANCE.YAHOO.COM · 2026-06-22 NEUTRAL BULLISH CORR0.58

Seaport Research Raises its Price Target on Vistra Corp. (VST)

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Vistra Corp. (VST) received a modest price target increase from Seaport Research, raising the 12-month target to $230 from $227 while reaffirming a Buy rating. This analyst action, coupled with concurrent initiation of …
FINANCE.YAHOO.COM · 2026-06-20 LOW BULLISH CORR0.42

Jim Cramer on Vistra: “It’s Just Fallen Enough”

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Vistra Corp (VST) received a constructive commentary from Jim Cramer on Mad Money, with the analyst suggesting the stock has experienced sufficient pullback to warrant continued holding. Cramer's framework emphasizes fo…
FINANCE.YAHOO.COM · 2026-06-17 HIGH BULLISH CORR0.72

Vistra (VST) Selected As The Preferred Power Provider For A $10 Billion KKR-Backed AI Infrastructure Venture

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Vistra (VST) has secured a strategic contract as the preferred power provider for Helix Digital Infrastructure, a $10 billion venture backed by KKR and launched in June 2026. This multi-year commitment positions the uti…
FINANCE.YAHOO.COM · 2026-06-13 NEUTRAL BULLISH CORR0.72

Is Vistra (VST) Still The Best Data Center Energy Stock?

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VST continues to attract billionaire allocations amid structural tailwinds in data center power demand, ranking fifth among elite hedge fund manager stock picks. The prominence of institutional ownership (106 hedge fund…
FINANCE.YAHOO.COM · 2026-06-11 NEUTRAL BULLISH CORR0.58

Is Vistra (VST) One Of The Top 10 Lowest Forward P/E Stocks In The S&P 500?

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Vistra (VST) has emerged as a compelling valuation candidate within the S&P 500, trading at a forward P/E of 16.84x—positioning it among the lowest in the large-cap universe. This valuation discount reflects market skep…
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