Vistra Energy is one of the largest power producers and retail energy providers in the US. Following the 2024 Energy Harbor acquisition, Vistra owns 41 gigawatts of nuclear, coal, natural gas, solar, and energy storage assets. The proposed Lotus Partners acquisition would add 2.6 GW of natural gas generation. Its retail electricity business serves 5 million customers in 20 states, including almost a third of all Texas electricity consumers. Vistra emerged from the Energy Future Holdings bankruptcy as a stand-alone entity in 2016. It acquired Dynegy in 2018.
Quick Stats
May 18, 202650.3
AI Score
HOLD1.06
Volume Ratio
May 13, 2026
Next Earnings
13
+ve Days (30d)
17
-ve Days (30d)
VST Stock Summary
Last updated May 18, 2026
VST is currently trading at $134.47, positioned below its 200-day moving average of $175.34, suggesting bearish momentum. The stock has a 52-week range of $133.86 to $219.82.
Technical Analysis: The 50-day moving average stands at $155.79, which is above the current price, indicating bearish near-term pressure. The RSI (Relative Strength Index) reads 32.057, suggesting the stock is neutral with balanced momentum.
Money Flow Indicators: The Chaikin Money Flow (20-day) is -0.24, which is negative, suggesting distribution or selling pressure. Our AI-powered investment score rates VST at 50.3/100 with a HOLD recommendation.
VST (Vistra Corp.) Indicators
Last updated May 18, 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| RSI(14) | 32.057 |
| CMF (20) | -0.24 |
| ROC (10) | -16.106 |
| ADX (14) | 12.701 |
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| MACD (12,26,9) | -4.961 |
| AROONOSC (14) | -50.0 |
| WILLAMS %R (14) | -98.633 |
| MFI (14) | 23.385 |
VST Technical Chart
- Candlesticks: Green = price up, Red = price down. Body shows open/close, wicks show high/low.
- SMAs: Moving averages help identify trends. Price above SMA = bullish, below = bearish.
- Options OI: Shows max open interest strikes. High OI = significant price levels.
- Volume Profile: Shows price levels with most trading activity. POC = Point of Control (highest volume).
- Earnings: Vertical lines mark earnings dates. Watch for volatility around these dates.
- Gamma Walls: Key support/resistance from options gamma exposure. Orange = resistance above, Purple = support below.
- Fibonacci Retracement: Auto-calculated support/resistance levels based on recent high/low. Key levels: 23.6%, 38.2%, 50%, 61.8%, 78.6%.
- Unusual Activity: Highlights days with abnormal volume (2x+ average) or large price moves (5%+). Red marker = unusual activity detected.
Technical Indicators
Select indicators above to analyze technical patterns
Indicators will appear below the price chart with perfectly aligned datesVolume Profile Analysis
Horizontal histogram showing volume distribution at each price level with buying/selling pressure
VST Price vs Max Options Open Interest
VST Max Change In Options Open Interest
VST Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)
18th May 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | OI | Change in OI |
Volume | Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
|---|
VST Daily Out of Money Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)
18th May 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | OI | Change in OI |
Volume | Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
|---|
VST Daily In the Money Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)
18th May 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | OI | Change in OI |
Volume | Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
|---|
VST Most Active Options by Volume(near term)
18th May 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | Volume | OI | Change in OI |
Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
|---|
Vistra Corp. is not trading above both 50 Day and 200 Day SMA which is considered Bearish.
VST Moving Averages Analysis
VST (Vistra Corp.) Simple Moving Averages
Moving Averages are last updated May 18, 2026
| Days | MA |
|---|---|
| 10 | 147.79 |
| 20 | 153.26 |
| 30 | 155.2 |
| 50 | 155.79 |
| 100 | 159.57 |
| 200 | 175.34 |
VST Fundamental Analysis
| P/E (Forward) | 16 |
| P/E (Trailing) | 23.392 |
| Market Cap ($) | 47.1 billion |
| Earnings/Share ($) | 5.97 |
| Net Proft Margin (%) | 0.1153 |
| Dividend/Share ($) | 0.906 |
| EPS Estimate Current Year ($) | 9.3294 |
| EPS Estimate Next Year ($) | 11.0241 |
| WallStreet Target Price ($) | 225.0588 |
| Most Recent Quarter |
The stock $VST is down significantly, but investors remain optimistic about $NVDA, $SPY, $TEM. Despite fluctuations, long calls are seen as a good strategy. $TSLA has experienced similar fluctuations this year, but investors are not overly concerned.
Updated 2025-07-01 14:00:02