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VLO Stock Chart & Stats
$340.41
-$2.76(-0.90%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$340.41
-$2.76(-0.90%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$153.20 - $375.11
Previous CloseN/A
Volume2.32M
Average Volume (3M)2.51M
Market Cap
$106.74B
Enterprise Value$83.28K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$7.87B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$11.35B
Price to Earnings (P/E)15.4
Beta0.64
Next Earnings
Oct 22, 2026EPS Estimate
16.73Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.28%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)24.12
Shares Outstanding287,927,460
10 Day Avg. Volume2,421,455
30 Day Avg. Volume2,511,591
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-1.83
Price to Book (P/B)2.12
Price to Sales (P/S)0.41
P/FCF Ratio10.00
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$329.93Price Target Upside-3.08% Downside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering16
EPS Forecast (FY)42.92
Revenue Forecast (FY)$147.43B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Cash GenerationValero is currently converting reported profits into substantial cash, providing internal funding for maintenance, growth projects, dividends, and buybacks. This strengthens resilience through refining cycles and gives management flexibility without relying as heavily on external financing.
Diversified Fuel PlatformThe combination of conventional refining and renewable-fuel production gives Valero multiple earnings channels across transportation-energy markets. Its integrated manufacturing and logistics platform can support product distribution and capital allocation across segments as market conditions evolve.
Manageable Balance SheetImproved leverage and a sizable equity base provide financial capacity to absorb weaker refining conditions and continue essential investment. Balance-sheet resilience also supports shareholder returns and reduces the risk that normal industry volatility forces overly defensive capital allocation.
Bears Say
Cyclical ProfitabilityValero’s earnings remain highly exposed to refining and commodity-cycle conditions, as recent margins are well below prior peaks despite the latest rebound. This volatility makes current profitability less dependable and can reduce cash generation, returns, and capital flexibility during weaker cycles.
Renewable-credit Policy RiskRenewable diesel and ethanol economics depend partly on RIN availability and policy decisions, so credit scarcity or changes to EPA requirements could materially alter segment profitability. This creates a structural uncertainty around the durability of current renewable-fuel earnings.
Port Arthur Repair ExposureThe damaged DHT unit creates execution and reliability exposure at a major refinery, potentially requiring additional capital and causing operational disruption until repairs are complete. Insurance may cover much of the cost, but timing and final expenses could still affect near-term cash generation.
Valero Energy News
VLO FAQ
What was Valero Energy’s price range in the past 12 months?
Valero Energy lowest stock price was $153.20 and its highest was $375.11 in the past 12 months.
What is Valero Energy’s market cap?
Valero Energy’s market cap is $106.74B.
When is Valero Energy’s upcoming earnings report date?
Valero Energy’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 22, 2026 which is in 45 days.
How were Valero Energy’s earnings last quarter?
Valero Energy released its earnings results on Jul 30, 2026. The company reported $12.54 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $10.108 by $2.432.
Is Valero Energy overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Valero Energy’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Valero Energy pay dividends?
Valero Energy pays a Quarterly dividend of $1.2 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.28%. See more information on Valero Energy dividends here
What is Valero Energy’s EPS estimate?
Valero Energy’s EPS estimate is 16.73.
How many shares outstanding does Valero Energy have?
Valero Energy has 287,927,460 shares outstanding.
What happened to Valero Energy’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Valero Energy reported an EPS of $12.54 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $10.108. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 3.448%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Valero Energy?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in VLO
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Valero Energy Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$329.93 (-3.08% Downside)
$329.93 (-3.08% Downside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
VLO Sentiment 72%
Sector Average 56%
Sector Average 56%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 164.4K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Positive
Last 7 Days ▼ 0.1%
Last 30 Days ▲ 3.3%
Last 30 Days ▲ 3.3%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
143.63%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
1.28%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
8.80%
Trailing 12-Months
Learn more about TipRanks Smart Score
Company Description
Valero Energy
Valero Energy Corporation functions as a global producer and marketer of transportation fuels and petrochemicals, with operations spanning the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and other international territories. The company organizes its business across three primary divisions: Refining, Renewable Diesel, and Ethanol. Its Refining segment generates a wide array of products, including various types of gasoline (conventional, premium, reformulated, and California Air Resources Board-compliant), diverse diesel fuels (low-sulfur, ultra-low-sulfur, and CARB diesel), jet fuels, blendstocks, asphalts, petrochemicals, and lubricants. This division also handles the sale of lube oils and natural gas liquids. As of the end of 2021, Valero managed 15 petroleum refineries, boasting a combined daily processing capacity of approximately 3.2 million barrels of crude oil. The Ethanol division comprises 12 plants, capable of producing around 1.6 billion gallons of ethanol annually. These facilities also yield co-products such as dry distiller grains, syrup, and inedible corn oil, which are largely supplied to animal feed markets. Valero distributes its refined goods through wholesale rack and bulk channels, in addition to approximately 7,000 branded retail stations operating under names like Valero, Beacon, Diamond Shamrock, Shamrock, Ultramar, and Texaco. Furthermore, Valero contributes to renewable energy production by owning and operating a facility dedicated to converting animal fats, used cooking oils, and inedible distillers corn oils into renewable diesel. Supporting its extensive operations, the company maintains a comprehensive logistics network that includes crude oil and refined product pipelines, storage terminals, tanks, marine docks, and truck rack bays. Originally established in 1980 as Valero Refining and Marketing Company, the firm adopted its current name, Valero Energy Corporation, in August 1997. Its corporate headquarters are situated in San Antonio, Texas.
VLO Earnings Call
Q2 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call highlights a very strong quarter with record earnings, robust cash generation, materially improved segment profitability (refining, renewable diesel and ethanol), a strengthened balance sheet and continued disciplined capital allocation. Management presented positive forward guidance for throughput, operating costs and renewables strength (driven by RVO/D4 and production tax credits). Notable risks discussed include damage and repair costs at Port Arthur, RIN market shortness and policy uncertainty, ongoing geopolitical supply disruptions (Russia/Middle East) that could prolong tight product markets, and near-term financing and maintenance timing considerations. On balance the call emphasized operational execution, sizable profits and financial flexibility while acknowledging several execution and policy risks that could affect sustainability of current margins.View all VLO earnings summariesVLO Revenue Breakdown
41.50% Gasolines and blendstocks
44.89% Distillates
8.28% Other product
1.69% Renewable diesel
0.11% Renewable naphtha
2.59% Ethanol
0.69% Distillers grains
0.24% Neat SAF
VLO Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$329.93
▼(-3.08% Downside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
0.40% Insiders
25.39% Mutual Funds
10.83% Other Institutional Investors
34.56% Public Companies and Individual Investors