Vistra Corp., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the electricity business in the United States. It operates through six segments: Retail, Texas, East, West, Sunset, and Asset Closure. The company retails electricity and natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers across 20 states in the United States and the District of Columbia. It is also involved in the electricity generation, wholesale energy sales and purchases, commodity risk management, fuel production, and fuel logistics management activities. The company serves approximately 4.5 million residential, commercial, and industrial customers. It has a generation capacity of approximately 38,700 megawatts with a portfolio of natural gas, nuclear, coal, solar, and battery energy storage facilities. The company was formerly known as Vistra Energy Corp. and changed its name to Vistra Corp. in July 2020. Vistra Corp. was founded in 1882 and is based in Irving, Texas.
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| 10/17/2024 | $178.00 | Overweight | JP Morgan |
| 10/14/2024 | $231.00 | Outperform | Exane BNP Paribas |
| 9/13/2024 | $99.00 | Buy | Jefferies |
| 4/18/2024 | $82.00 | Buy | Janney |
| 9/30/2021 | $23.00 | Buy | BofA Securities |
| 8/19/2021 | $27.00 → $25.00 | Overweight | Morgan Stanley |
| 7/22/2021 | Neutral → Buy | Guggenheim | |
| 7/9/2021 | $23.00 | Neutral → Buy | B of A Securities |
| 7/7/2021 | $25.00 | Peer Perform → Outperform | Wolfe Research |
IRVING, Texas, Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vistra Corp. (NYSE:VST) (the "Company" or "Vistra") announced today the pricing of a private offering (the "Offering") of $1.25 billion aggregate principal amount of senior secured notes, consisting of $500 million aggregate principal amount of senior secured notes due 2026 at a price to the public of 99.948% of their face value (the "2026 Notes") and $750 million aggregate principal amount of senior secured notes due 2034 at a price to the public of 99.903% of their face value (the "2034 Notes" and, together with the 2026 Notes, the "Notes"), to qualified institutional buyers pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the
IRVING, Texas, Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vistra Corp. (NYSE:VST) (the "Company" or "Vistra") announced today the launch of senior secured notes due 2026 (the "2026 Notes") and senior secured notes due 2034 (the "2034 Notes", and together with the 2026 Notes, the "Notes") in a private offering (the "Offering") to qualified institutional buyers pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"), and to certain non-U.S. persons in accordance with Regulation S under the Securities Act. The Notes will be senior, secured obligations of Vistra Operations Company LLC, a Delaware limited liability company and an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of the Compa
Earnings Release Highlights GAAP third quarter 2024 Net Income of $1,837 million and Cash Flow from Operations of $1,702 million.Net Income from Ongoing Operations1 of $1,855 million and Ongoing Operations Adjusted EBITDA1 of $1,444 million.Raised and narrowed 2024 Ongoing Operations Adjusted EBITDA1 and Ongoing Operations Adjusted FCFbG1 guidance ranges to $5.0 billion – $5.2 billion and to $2.65 billion – $2.85 billion, respectively, excluding any potential benefit from the nuclear production tax credit (PTC).Initiated 2025 Ongoing Operations Adjusted EBITDA1 and Ongoing Operations Adjusted FCFbG1 guidance ranges of $5.5 billion – $6.1 billion and $3.0 billion – $3.6 billion, respectively.
NEW YORK, Nov. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- S&P Dow Jones Indices will make the following changes to the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) and Dow Jones Utility Average (DJUA) effective prior to the open of trading on Friday, November 8: NVIDIA Corp. (NASD:NVDA) will replace Intel Corp. (NASD:INTC), and The Sherwin-Williams Co. (NYSE:SHW) will replace Dow Inc. (NYSE:DOW) in the Dow Jones Industrial Average. The index changes were initiated to ensure a more representative exposure to the semiconductors industry and the materials sector respectively. The DJIA is a price weighted index, and thus persistently lower priced stocks have a minimal impact on the index. Dow Inc. is also the smallest com
Celebrating 20 years of creating greener, healthier communities IRVING, Texas, Nov. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TXU Energy and Texas Trees Foundation (TTF) are launching a statewide tree-planting campaign, celebrating 20 years of working together to create greener, healthier communities through the TXU Energy Urban Tree Farm and Education Center. This month, volunteers will plant 400 trees, donated by TXU Energy, in ten communities across Texas. "For 20 years, TXU Energy has worked hand in hand with Texas Trees Foundation to plant and nurture thousands of trees across the state,"
IRVING, Texas, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vistra (NYSE:VST) announced today that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.2215 per share of Vistra's common stock, reflecting an estimated aggregate payment of $75 million this quarter. The common dividend is payable on Dec. 31, 2024, to common stockholders of record as of Dec. 20, 2024. The ex-dividend date for the common dividend will be Dec. 20, 2024. Additionally, the board of directors also declared a semi-annual dividend on the company's 7.0% Series B Fixed-Rate Reset Cumulative Redeemable Perpetual
IRVING, Texas, Oct. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vistra (NYSE:VST) plans to report its third quarter 2024 financial and operating results on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024, during a live conference call and webcast beginning at 10 a.m. ET (9 a.m. CT). The live webcast can be accessed via Vistra's website at www.vistracorp.com under "Investor Relations" and then "Events & Presentations." Participants can also listen by phone by registering here prior to the start time of the call to receive a conference call dial-in number. A replay of the webcast will be available on Vistra's website for
Award recognizes three recipients in the categories of energy management, sustainability, and community IRVING, Texas, Sept. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TXU Energy today announced its recognition of three North Texas organizations as category winners in the 2024 TXU Energy Leadership Award Program. This program highlights corporate and nonprofit leaders defining energy responsibility and innovation. The awards were announced in conjunction with the TXU Energy Summit held this week in Arlington. "TXU Energy is proud to recognize this year's winners and their commitment to smart
Vistra to become the sole owner of Vistra Vision Highlights Transaction, consisting of the acquisition of the entire 15% equity interest in Vistra Vision currently owned by affiliates of Nuveen and Avenue, is expected to close on Dec. 31, 2024.Net present value cash purchase price, which will be paid in installments over two years from the closing date, of $3.085 billion1, subject to adjustment based on the amount of Vistra Vision dividends received by the minority investors prior to closing.Increases upside related to nuclear, solar, and battery assets, as well as its retail business currently majority owned and operated by Vistra.Transaction is expected to significantly exceed the company'
Program will utilize the collective power of solar-plus-battery storage systems during times of peak demand IRVING, Texas, Sept. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vistra (NYSE:VST) today announced a new program for homeowners in partnership with Sunrun (NASDAQ:RUN) to support grid reliability for Texans. Through Vistra's flagship retail electricity brand, TXU Energy, the TXU Energy & Sunrun Battery Rewards program will aggregate power stored in residential, solar-connected batteries, forming a virtual power plant to dispatch energy back to the grid when it's needed the most. TXU Energy
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Earnings Release Highlights GAAP third quarter 2024 Net Income of $1,837 million and Cash Flow from Operations of $1,702 million.Net Income from Ongoing Operations1 of $1,855 million and Ongoing Operations Adjusted EBITDA1 of $1,444 million.Raised and narrowed 2024 Ongoing Operations Adjusted EBITDA1 and Ongoing Operations Adjusted FCFbG1 guidance ranges to $5.0 billion – $5.2 billion and to $2.65 billion – $2.85 billion, respectively, excluding any potential benefit from the nuclear production tax credit (PTC).Initiated 2025 Ongoing Operations Adjusted EBITDA1 and Ongoing Operations Adjusted FCFbG1 guidance ranges of $5.5 billion – $6.1 billion and $3.0 billion – $3.6 billion, respectively.
IRVING, Texas, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vistra (NYSE:VST) announced today that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.2215 per share of Vistra's common stock, reflecting an estimated aggregate payment of $75 million this quarter. The common dividend is payable on Dec. 31, 2024, to common stockholders of record as of Dec. 20, 2024. The ex-dividend date for the common dividend will be Dec. 20, 2024. Additionally, the board of directors also declared a semi-annual dividend on the company's 7.0% Series B Fixed-Rate Reset Cumulative Redeemable Perpetual
IRVING, Texas, Oct. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vistra (NYSE:VST) plans to report its third quarter 2024 financial and operating results on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024, during a live conference call and webcast beginning at 10 a.m. ET (9 a.m. CT). The live webcast can be accessed via Vistra's website at www.vistracorp.com under "Investor Relations" and then "Events & Presentations." Participants can also listen by phone by registering here prior to the start time of the call to receive a conference call dial-in number. A replay of the webcast will be available on Vistra's website for
Vistra to become the sole owner of Vistra Vision Highlights Transaction, consisting of the acquisition of the entire 15% equity interest in Vistra Vision currently owned by affiliates of Nuveen and Avenue, is expected to close on Dec. 31, 2024.Net present value cash purchase price, which will be paid in installments over two years from the closing date, of $3.085 billion1, subject to adjustment based on the amount of Vistra Vision dividends received by the minority investors prior to closing.Increases upside related to nuclear, solar, and battery assets, as well as its retail business currently majority owned and operated by Vistra.Transaction is expected to significantly exceed the company'
Earnings Release Highlights GAAP second quarter 2024 Net Income of $467 million and Cash Flow from Operations of $1,196 million.Net Income from Ongoing Operations1 of $492 million and Ongoing Operations Adjusted EBITDA1 of $1,414 million.Reaffirmed midpoint guidance for 2024 Ongoing Operations Adjusted EBITDA,1 excluding any potential contribution from the nuclear production tax credit, of $4,800 million.Completed two long-term renewable power purchase agreements, one with Microsoft and another with Amazon.Announced our intention to add up to 2,000 megawatts of dispatchable, natural gas-fueled electricity capacity across ERCOT; more than 200 MW of uprates added this quarter.Announced the app
IRVING, Texas, July 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vistra (NYSE:VST) announced today that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.2195 per share of Vistra's common stock, reflecting an estimated aggregate payment of $75 million this quarter. This represents an approximate 7% increase in the company's quarterly common stock dividend per share from its third quarter 2023 dividend. The common dividend is payable on Sept. 30, 2024, to common stockholders of record as of Sept 20, 2024. The ex-dividend date for the common dividend will be Sept. 20, 2024. The board o
IRVING, Texas, July 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vistra (NYSE:VST) plans to report its second quarter 2024 financial and operating results on Thursday, Aug. 8, 2024, during a live conference call and webcast beginning at 10 a.m. ET (9 a.m. CT). The live webcast can be accessed via Vistra's website at www.vistracorp.com under "Investor Relations" and then "Events & Presentations." Participants can also listen by phone by registering here prior to the start time of the call to receive a conference call dial-in number. A replay of the webcast will be available on Vistra's website fo
Earnings Release Highlights GAAP first quarter 2024 Net Income of $18 million and Cash Flow from Operations of $312 million.Net Income from Ongoing Operations1 of $39 million and Ongoing Operations Adjusted EBITDA1 of $813 million.Initiated a combined midpoint guidance for 2024 Ongoing Operations Adjusted EBITDA,1 excluding any potential contribution from the nuclear production tax credit, of $4,800 million.Increased synergy expectations for Energy Harbor and announced targeted Operational Performance Improvement (OPI) initiatives totaling $200 million run-rate on a combined basis by year end 2026.Vistra added to the S&P 500 effective May 8, 2024.IRVING, Texas, May 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vi
IRVING, Texas, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vistra (NYSE:VST) announced today that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.2175 per share of Vistra's common stock, reflecting an estimated aggregate payment of $75 million this quarter. This represents an approximate 7% increase in the company's quarterly common stock dividend per share from its second quarter 2023 dividend. The common dividend is payable on June 28, 2024, to common stockholders of record as of June 19, 2024. The ex-dividend date for the common dividend will be June 18, 2024. The board of d
IRVING, Texas, April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vistra (NYSE:VST) plans to report its first quarter 2024 financial and operating results on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, during a live conference call and webcast beginning at 10 a.m. ET (9 a.m. CT). The live webcast can be accessed via Vistra's website at www.vistracorp.com under "Investor Relations" and then "Events & Presentations." Participants can also listen by phone by registering here prior to the start time of the call to receive a conference call dial-in number. A replay of the webcast will be available on Vistra's website fo
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NEW YORK, Nov. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- S&P Dow Jones Indices will make the following changes to the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) and Dow Jones Utility Average (DJUA) effective prior to the open of trading on Friday, November 8: NVIDIA Corp. (NASD:NVDA) will replace Intel Corp. (NASD:INTC), and The Sherwin-Williams Co. (NYSE:SHW) will replace Dow Inc. (NYSE:DOW) in the Dow Jones Industrial Average. The index changes were initiated to ensure a more representative exposure to the semiconductors industry and the materials sector respectively. The DJIA is a price weighted index, and thus persistently lower priced stocks have a minimal impact on the index. Dow Inc. is also the smallest com
Award recognizes four recipients in the categories of energy management, sustainability, engagement, and community IRVING, Texas, May 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TXU Energy today announced its recognition of four innovative South Texas organizations as category winners for the 2024 TXU Energy Leadership Awards. This program highlights corporate, government, and non-profit leaders showcasing their commitment to energy responsibility. The awards were announced in conjunction with the TXU Energy Summit held today in Houston. "TXU Energy is proud to recognize the 2024 Energy Leadersh
NEW YORK, May 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- S&P MidCap 400 constituent Vistra Corp. (NYSE: VST) will replace Pioneer Natural Resources Co. (NYSE:PXD) in the S&P 500, S&P SmallCap 600 constituent Aaon Inc. (NASD: AAON) will replace Vistra in the S&P MidCap 400, and Marathon Digital Holdings Inc. (NASD: MARA) will replace Aaon in the S&P SmallCap 600 effective prior to the opening of trading on Wednesday, May 8. S&P 500 and S&P 100 constituent Exxon Mobil Corp. (NYSE:XOM) acquired Pioneer Natural Resources in a deal that closed today, Friday May 3. Following is a summary of the changes that will take place prior to the open of trading on the effective date: Effective Date Index Name Action C
IRVING, Texas, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vistra (NYSE:VST) today announced a new addition to its board of directors following the closing of the Energy Harbor acquisition. Effective today, John W. (Bill) Pitesa, a former chief nuclear officer for Duke Energy with more than 40 years in the nuclear industry, has been appointed as independent director. In addition, Vistra converted its existing Nuclear Oversight Advisory Board to a standing committee of the board, renamed the Nuclear Oversight Committee with Mr. Pitesa serving as chair. "We are pleased to welcome Bill Pitesa during this exciting time for our company," said Scott Helm, Vistra's chairman of the board. "Bill's experience and
Appointment further enhances Board independence and diversity First Foundation Inc. (NASDAQ:FFWM) ("First Foundation" or the "Company"), a financial services company with two wholly-owned operating subsidiaries, First Foundation Advisors and First Foundation Bank, announced today that Gabriel ("Gabe") Vazquez has been appointed an independent director to the Company's Board of Directors ("Board"). Mr. Vazquez was concurrently appointed to the Board of Directors of First Foundation Bank. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230426005393/en/Gabe Vazquez was named to the Board of Directors for First Foundation. (Photo:
IRVING, Texas, Feb. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Vistra (NYSE:VST) today announced a new addition to its board of directors. Effective today, Julie Lagacy has been appointed as independent director. She will serve on the board's Sustainability & Risk Committee and the Social Responsibility & Compensation Committee. Lagacy's appointment will expand Vistra's board to 11 members. "We are pleased to welcome Julie to our board of directors," said Scott Helm, Vistra's chairman of the board. "Her extensive leadership, particularly in the fields of strategy, sustainability, and cybersecuri
IRVING, Texas, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vistra (NYSE:VST) today announced that its board of directors has appointed company veteran Kris Moldovan as its next chief financial officer, effective Aug. 1. Moldovan assumes the CFO role from Jim Burke, who, as previously announced, will transition to chief executive officer on Aug. 1. Moldovan's appointment marks the completion of Vistra's search process. "With a unique combination of deep industry expertise, company knowledge, and financial acumen, Kris is the right leader to be our next CFO," said Burke, Vistra's president an
Curt Morgan to transition from CEO role in August IRVING, Texas, March 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vistra (NYSE:VST) today announced that its board of directors has named longtime company executive Jim Burke as its next chief executive officer, effective Aug. 1. Mr. Burke, who currently serves as president and chief financial officer, will also join the company's board upon assuming his new role. Vistra's current CEO and board member, Curt Morgan, has been at the helm since late 2016 and will stay on as CEO through the summer for a transition period. The transition from Mr. Morgan to Mr. Burke is a product of the company's formal succession planning process.
IRVING, Texas, Dec. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Vistra (NYSE: VST) today is announcing the appointment of Jim Burke as president and chief financial officer, effective immediately. Mr. Burke, who has been with Vistra and its predecessor companies since 2004, has been serving as executive vice president and chief operating officer since 2016. Vistra's outgoing CFO, David Campbell, will be leaving to join Evergy Inc., a Missouri-based regulated utility, as its chief executive officer following a transition period through the end of the year. "Jim's vast knowledge of the industry and expansive understanding of our company will prove invaluable," said Curt Morgan, Vistra's chief executive office
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Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Vistra (NYSE:VST), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in VST usually suggests something big is about to happen. We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 32 extraordinary options activities for Vistra. This level of activity is out of the ordinary. The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 34% leaning bullish and 53% bearish. Among these notable options, 11 are puts,
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Vistra (NYSE:VST) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 16.17% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 29.37%. Currently, Vistra has a market capitalization of $26.99 billion. Buying $1000 In VST: If an investor had bought $1000 of VST stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $3,594.17 today based on a price of $77.67 for VST at the time of writing. Vistra's Performance Over Last 5 Years Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time. This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an
Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Vistra. Our analysis of options history for Vistra (NYSE:VST) revealed 8 unusual trades. Delving into the details, we found 50% of traders were bullish, while 25% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 2 were puts, with a value of $60,260, and 6 were calls, valued at $598,581. Expected Price Movements Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $75.0 to $100.0 for Vistra over the last 3 months. Volume & Open Interest Trends In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Vistra stands at 3678.2, with a tota
Vistra's (NYSE:VST) short percent of float has fallen 24.77% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 9.90 million shares sold short, which is 3.31% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.04 days to cover their short positions on average. Why Short Interest Matters Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. Short selling is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises. Short interest is imp
Amidst the fast-paced and highly competitive business environment of today, conducting comprehensive company analysis is essential for investors and industry enthusiasts. In this article, we will delve into an extensive industry comparison, evaluating Vistra (NYSE:VST) in comparison to its major competitors within the Independent Power and Renewable Electricity Producers industry. By analyzing critical financial metrics, market position, and growth potential, our objective is to provide valuable insights for investors and offer a deeper understanding of company's performance in the industry. Vistra Background Vistra Energy is one of the largest power producers and retail energy providers in
Stock markets continue to reach record highs lately, driven in great part by advances in the financial, consumer discretionary and utilities sectors. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJI) hit an all-time market-close high of 39,908 points on May 15. Since then, it has fallen to 38,112 points on May 30, but it has made its way back up to 39,300 points as of Tuesday’s mid-day trading. S&P 500 communications services (SPLRLC) hit a record high of 322.31 points on Friday before declining to 320.49 points on Tuesday. Also Read: 5 Biggest Winners, 5 Biggest Losers From Dow Jones Industrial Average In First Half 2024 The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite (IXIC) reached an all-time high of $
High-rolling investors have positioned themselves bullish on Vistra (NYSE:VST), and it's important for retail traders to take note. \This activity came to our attention today through Benzinga's tracking of publicly available options data. The identities of these investors are uncertain, but such a significant move in VST often signals that someone has privileged information. Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 8 options trades for Vistra. This is not a typical pattern. The sentiment among these major traders is split, with 37% bullish and 25% bearish. Among all the options we identified, there was one put, amounting to $38,946, and 7 calls, totaling $357,379. Predicted Price Range Base
The past week has been a whirlwind of activity, with tech giants and industry leaders making headlines. From Nvidia Corp.’s (NASDAQ:NVDA) impressive performance to Elon Musk’s massive investment in AI, there’s a lot to catch up on. Let’s dive into the top stories that shaped the week. A Non-Tech Company Outperforms Nvidia and Super Micro Seven of the top ten best-performing S&P 500 stocks over the past year were tech companies. However, the company that topped the list was not a tech company but a utility company, Vistra Corp. (NASDAQ:VST), which gained over 250% over the past year. Nvidia and Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ:SMCI) took the second and third positions with gains of 23
Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on Vistra (NYSE:VST). And retail traders should know. We noticed this today when the positions showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga. Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with VST, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen. Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 8 options trades for Vistra. This isn't normal. The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 12% bullish and 62%, bearish. Out of all of the options we uncovered, there was 1 put, for a total amount of $46,640, and
JP Morgan initiated coverage of Vistra Corp. with a rating of Overweight and set a new price target of $178.00
Exane BNP Paribas initiated coverage of Vistra Corp. with a rating of Outperform and set a new price target of $231.00
Jefferies initiated coverage of Vistra Corp. with a rating of Buy and set a new price target of $99.00
Janney initiated coverage of Vistra Energy with a rating of Buy and set a new price target of $82.00
BofA Securities reiterated coverage of Vistra Energy with a rating of Buy and set a new price target of $23.00
Morgan Stanley reiterated coverage of Vistra with a rating of Overweight and set a new price target of $25.00 from $27.00 previously
Guggenheim upgraded Vistra from Neutral to Buy
B of A Securities upgraded Vistra from Neutral to Buy and set a new price target of $23.00
Wolfe Research upgraded Vistra from Peer Perform to Outperform and set a new price target of $25.00
Credit Suisse reiterated coverage of Vistra with a rating of Outperform and set a new price target of $23.00 from $26.00 previously