Preview: Vistra's Earnings

Vistra (NYSE:VST) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Thursday, 2026-02-26. Here's a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.

Analysts expect Vistra to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $2.38.

Vistra bulls will hope to hear the company announce they've not only beaten that estimate, but also to provide positive guidance, or forecasted growth, for the next quarter.

New investors should note that it is sometimes not an earnings beat or miss that most affects the price of a stock, but the guidance (or forecast).

Earnings History Snapshot

Last quarter the company beat EPS by $0.10, which was followed by a 3.46% increase in the share price the next day.

Here's a look at Vistra's past performance and the resulting price change:

Quarter	Q3 2025	Q2 2025	Q1 2025	Q4 2024
EPS Estimate	1.65	0.93	0.61	1.72
EPS Actual	1.75	0.81	-0.93	1.14
Price Change %	3.00	-2.00	1.00	3.00

Tracking Vistra's Stock Performance

Shares of Vistra were trading at $171.62 as of February 24. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 32.01%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release.

Analysts' Take on Vistra

For investors, grasping market sentiments and expectations in the industry is vital. This analysis explores the latest insights regarding Vistra.

The consensus rating for Vistra is , derived from analyst ratings. An average one-year price target of $ implies a potential .

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This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.