AlphaStocks
3.9
Weak

Vistra Corp. (VST)

Utilities / Electric Utilities

S&P 500

$143.37

Scores poorly across most models. Proceed with caution.

Weak

Score based on 5 of 5 models — high confidence

#35out of 60 in Utilities

Is Vistra Corp. a Good Investment in 2026?

Vistra Corp. (VST) scores 3.9 out of 10 on AlphaStocks' composite model, earning a Weak rating. The Piotroski model rates Vistra Corp. as Attractive (5/9). However, the Greenblatt Magic Formula model rates it Caution — Bottom half (rank 68%). Vistra Corp. currently trades above its estimated fair value of $59, suggesting limited upside at current prices. Vistra Corp. ranks #35 out of 60 stocks in the Utilities sector.

This summary is algorithmically generated and is not financial advice.

Key Metrics

P/E52.5ROE18.3Market Cap49BDiv Yield0.6

Estimated Fair Value

$59.14142% above

Trading above estimated fair value. P/e of 52x implies high growth expectations. eps growth of -64% may not justify the premium.

Model-based estimate, not a price target.

5-Model Analysis

Each model evaluates this stock from a different angle. Combined, they form the composite score above.

Piotroski

Attractive

5/9

Buffett

Neutral

Business quality & competitive moat

Graham

Caution

Significantly above fair value

Lynch

Caution

PEG 1.8 · Fast Grower

Greenblatt

Caution

Bottom half (rank 68%)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vistra Corp. (VST) a good investment?
Based on AlphaStocks' composite analysis, Vistra Corp. (VST) scores 3.9 out of 10, earning a Weak rating. This score is below average, suggesting caution. Trading above estimated fair value. P/e of 52x implies high growth expectations. eps growth of -64% may not justify the premium.
What is Vistra Corp.'s Piotroski F-Score?
Vistra Corp.'s Piotroski F-Score status is Attractive. The raw score is 5/9. The Piotroski F-Score evaluates financial health using 9 fundamental signals including profitability, leverage, and operating efficiency.
Is VST overvalued or undervalued?
Based on AlphaStocks' model-based fair value estimate of $59, VST appears overvalued. The stock currently trades 142% above its estimated fair value. Trading above estimated fair value. P/e of 52x implies high growth expectations. eps growth of -64% may not justify the premium.
How does VST compare to other Utilities stocks?
Vistra Corp. ranks #35 out of 60 stocks in the Utilities sector, placing it in the top 58% of its sector by composite score. There are higher-ranked alternatives in this sector worth exploring.
What do investment models say about VST?
AlphaStocks evaluates VST using five proven investment models. Piotroski: Attractive; Buffett: Neutral; Graham: Caution; Lynch: Caution; Greenblatt Magic Formula: Caution. These models are combined into a single composite score of 3.9/10.

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