Vistra Shares Slip 1.8% Despite 10.8% Monthly Gain Ahead of Q4 EPS Report
Vistra shares fell 1.79% underperforming the S&P 500’s 0.56% gain but rose 10.76% over the last month versus the Utilities sector’s 7.4% increase. Analysts forecast Q4 EPS of $2.51 (+120% y/y) on $5.34 billion revenue (+32%) for release on Feb. 26, 2026.
1. Stock Performance and Market Comparison
Vistra Corp. closed at $170.57, marking a 1.79% decline that lagged the S&P 500’s 0.56% gain, the Dow’s 0.26% rise and the Nasdaq’s 0.78% advance.
2. Monthly and Sector Performance
Over the past month, shares of Vistra have climbed 10.76%, outpacing the Utilities sector’s 7.4% gain and the broader S&P 500’s 1.27% decline.
3. Earnings Outlook and Valuation
Analysts project Q4 earnings of $2.51 per share, up 120.18% year-over-year, on $5.34 billion in revenue, a 32.26% increase; full-year EPS is estimated at $5.25 and revenue at $19.02 billion. The stock trades at a 19.78x forward P/E and a 1.05 PEG ratio, above industry averages.