Valero Energy Corporation VLO
Composite 65/100; the shares have moved about 38% annualised. Names that move more contribute more risk for the same amount invested, and our composite reflects how strong the evidence for this one is right now.
Growth ranks 24/100 — a strong mark against it.
Momentum ranks 91/100 — a strong point in its favour. Balance-sheet strength ranks 78/100 — a strong point in its favour. Valuation ranks 68/100 — a moderate point in its favour.
Growth ranks 24/100 — a strong mark against it. Income ranks 50/100 — a slight mark against it.
What the company does Valero Energy Corporation (VLO) refines and markets petroleum-based and low-carbon fuels across the U.S., Canada, and international markets. Its segments include Refining, Renewable Diesel, and Ethanol, producing gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, asphalt, and renewable products under brands like Valero and Diamond Green Diesel.
Key financials Valero reports strong profitability metrics: ROE 27.6%, ROA 10.6%, and ROCE 22.2%. Margins stand at Gross 16.1%, Operating 12.3%, and Net 5.5%. Debt/Equity is 0.40, with Net debt/EBITDA at 0.26 and Interest coverage of 18.25. Dividend yield is 1.4% with a payout ratio of 19.5%.
Stock health The stock shows strong momentum with 3m +33.0%, 6m +75.1%, and 12m +158.5% returns. RSI(14) is 72.10, indicating overbought conditions. Sidera’s Overall Score is 65.4, with Strength 77.4 and Momentum 92.3, but Growth at 28.5 lags.
Price vs fair value VLO trades at a PREMIUM of 9.00% versus the analyst mean target of 315.26. - Valero highlighted as Zacks Bull of the Day (Zacks) - Diesel margins soar to record highs, benefiting refiners like Valero (Barrons.com) - Featured among 5 energy stocks capitalizing on the new energy crunch (Oilprice.com)
Looking forward Forward P/E of 8.69 and PEG of 0.15 suggest valuation support, though revenue and EPS growth are negative at -5.5% and -11.7%, respectively. Renewable diesel expansion under Diamond Green Diesel may drive long-term upside.
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