Valero Energy (NYSE:VLO – Free Report) had its price objective hoisted by TD Cowen from $338.00 to $350.00 in a report published on Monday, MarketBeat Ratings reports. They currently have a hold rating on the oil and gas company’s stock.
Other equities research analysts have also recently issued research reports about the stock. Wolfe Research reaffirmed an “underperform” rating and issued a $203.00 price target on shares of Valero Energy in a report on Tuesday, April 21st. Barclays raised their price target on Valero Energy from $279.00 to $323.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a report on Friday, July 31st. Citigroup lifted their price target on Valero Energy from $259.00 to $302.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research report on Tuesday, July 14th. Raymond James Financial boosted their price objective on Valero Energy from $300.00 to $340.00 and gave the company a “strong-buy” rating in a research note on Monday, July 13th. Finally, Zacks Research downgraded Valero Energy from a “strong-buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Monday, June 22nd. One research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, eleven have assigned a Buy rating, eight have assigned a Hold rating and one has issued a Sell rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the stock currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $288.00.
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Valero Energy Price Performance
Valero Energy (NYSE:VLO – Get Free Report) last released its earnings results on Thursday, July 30th. The oil and gas company reported $12.54 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $10.11 by $2.43. The company had revenue of $44.48 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $39.47 billion. Valero Energy had a return on equity of 26.74% and a net margin of 5.17%.Valero Energy’s quarterly revenue was up 48.8% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period in the prior year, the company posted $2.28 earnings per share. On average, equities analysts predict that Valero Energy will post 39.19 earnings per share for the current year.
Valero Energy Announces Dividend
The firm also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Monday, August 31st. Investors of record on Friday, July 31st will be given a $1.20 dividend. This represents a $4.80 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 1.6%. The ex-dividend date is Friday, July 31st. Valero Energy’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is 19.92%.
Insider Transactions at Valero Energy
In related news, SVP Eric A. Fisher sold 7,500 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Monday, June 29th. The stock was sold at an average price of $268.17, for a total transaction of $2,011,275.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the senior vice president directly owned 19,742 shares in the company, valued at $5,294,212.14. The trade was a 27.53% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through this hyperlink. Corporate insiders own 0.36% of the company’s stock.
Institutional Trading of Valero Energy
Institutional investors and hedge funds have recently modified their holdings of the business. Whipplewood Advisors LLC grew its holdings in shares of Valero Energy by 3,400.0% during the first quarter. Whipplewood Advisors LLC now owns 105 shares of the oil and gas company’s stock worth $26,000 after purchasing an additional 102 shares in the last quarter. JPL Wealth Management LLC bought a new stake in Valero Energy during the third quarter valued at approximately $27,000. Financial Life Planners purchased a new position in Valero Energy in the 1st quarter worth approximately $28,000. Valued Wealth Advisors LLC grew its stake in Valero Energy by 134.0% in the 1st quarter. Valued Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 117 shares of the oil and gas company’s stock worth $29,000 after buying an additional 67 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Torren Management LLC bought a new position in shares of Valero Energy in the 4th quarter worth $30,000. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 78.69% of the company’s stock.
Valero Energy News Roundup
Here are the key news stories impacting Valero Energy this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Valero was upgraded to Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), reflecting increased confidence in its earnings outlook. The company was also added to Zacks’ Strong Buy lists for growth, value and income investors. All You Need to Know About Valero Energy Rating Upgrade to Strong Buy
- Positive Sentiment: TD Cowen raised its price target for VLO to $350, implying additional potential upside, although the firm maintained a Hold rating. TD Cowen Boosts Valero Energy Price Target
- Positive Sentiment: Recent coverage highlighted Valero’s broad-based second-quarter strength, with refining, renewable diesel and ethanol operations contributing to higher earnings and cash flow. Valero previously reported quarterly EPS of $12.54, well above the $10.11 consensus, while revenue rose 48.8% year over year to $44.48 billion. How Valero’s Q2 Refining and Renewable Diesel Surge Reshapes Its 2026
- Neutral Sentiment: TD Cowen retained its Hold rating, while Mizuho lifted its target from $289 to $300 but kept a Neutral rating, indicating that some analysts view the shares as fairly valued after their strong advance. TD Cowen Sticks to Its Hold Rating for Valero Energy
- Negative Sentiment: The stock’s decline may reflect profit-taking or valuation concerns following a substantial rally toward its 52-week high. Although refinery profitability remains strong, mixed analyst recommendations and a neutral Mizuho target could be weighing on short-term trading.
Valero Energy Company Profile
Valero Energy Corporation is a San Antonio, Texas–based integrated downstream energy company that manufactures and markets transportation fuels, petrochemical feedstocks and other industrial products. The company’s operations focus on refining crude oil into finished fuels such as gasoline, diesel and jet fuel, as well as producing asphalt and other refined product streams for commercial and industrial customers.
In addition to refining, Valero has significant operations in renewable fuels, including the production of ethanol and other biofuels, and it manages an extensive logistics network of pipelines, terminals, rail and marine assets to move feedstocks and finished products.
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