The utilities sector, represented by the Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF NYSE: XLU, has been experiencing turbulence, pulling back nearly 7% from its 52-week high since the start of December. This decline marks a sharp reversal from its prior outperformance, as capital flows have rotated out of the sector. Over the past three months, the XLU ETF reported net outflows of 6.28%, signaling a shift in investor sentiment. Previously, the utilities sector benefitted from tailwinds like Federal Reserve rate cuts ...

Growth stocks are attractive to many investors, as above-average financial growth helps these stocks easily grab the market's attention and produce exceptional returns. But finding a growth stock that can live up to its true potential can be a tough task.That's because, these stocks usually carry above-average risk and volatility. In fact, betting on a stock for which the growth story is actually over or nearing its end could lead to significant loss.However, the Zacks Growth Style Score (part of the Zacks ...

Investors often turn to recommendations made by Wall Street analysts before making a Buy, Sell, or Hold decision about a stock. While media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm employed (or sell-side) analysts often affect a stock's price, do they really matter?Let's take a look at what these Wall Street heavyweights have to say about Vistra Corp. (VST) before we discuss the reliability of brokerage recommendations and how to use them to your advantage.Vistra currently has an average brokera ...

Shares of Vistra Corp. (VST) have rallied 65.9% in the past six months compared with its Zacks Utility- Electric Power industry’s growth of 9.3%, courtesy of its strong retail and commercial operations.Stay up-to-date with all quarterly releases: See Zacks Earnings Calendar.The company benefits from strong residential and business results in both Texas and Midwest and Northeast markets. More than 96% commercial availability of its fossil generation and more than 98% capacity factor of its nuclear fleet in t ...

For Immediate ReleasesChicago, IL – December 11, 2024 – Zacks.com announces the list of stocks and featured in the Analyst Blog. Every day the Zacks Equity Research analysts discuss the latest news and events impacting stocks and the financial markets. Stocks recently featured in the blog include including Vistra Corp. (VST) , Sprouts Farmers Market Inc. (SFM) , MasTec Inc. (MTZ) , Comfort Systems USA Inc. (FIX) and Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp. (WAB) .Here are highlights from Wednesday’s Analys ...

Shares of Vistra (VST 4.64%), the unregulated utility that is the best-performing stock on the S&P 500 index this year, were having another winning month in November as investors reacted to its earnings report, and it benefited from the market's positive response to the U.S. presidential election. According to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence, the stock finished the month up 28%. As you can see from the chart below, the stock overcame a sell-off early in the month to deliver strong gains. Vistra's g ...

As the stock market continues its steady climb toward year-end, we're seeing a clear divide between persistent winners and emerging opportunities. Momentum stocks remain a focal point as the market pushes new highs, with some names that have outperformed all year continuing to look attractive. Two standout examples are Fortinet ((FTNT) and Vistra ((VST), both of which have delivered strong year-to-date performance and show no signs of slowing down. At the same time, certain lagging stocks are beginning to s ...

Vistra Corp. NYSE: VST has defied the odds in the energy sector, delivering a return for investors exceeding 325% over the past year. This growth is the result of bold strategic repositioning, savvy acquisitions, and solid financial performance and it has positioned Vistra as a major player in the transition to renewable energy. Get Vistra alerts: Vistra's Vertically Integrated Strategy Vistra Today | --- | --- | |----------------------------|-------| | | | | VST | | | Vistra | | | $154.16 +0.05 (+0.03%) | ...

Growth stocks are attractive to many investors, as above-average financial growth helps these stocks easily grab the market's attention and produce exceptional returns. But finding a growth stock that can live up to its true potential can be a tough task. By their very nature, these stocks carry above-average risk and volatility. Moreover, if a company's growth story is over or nearing its end, betting on it could lead to significant loss. However, it's pretty easy to find cutting-edge growth stocks with th ...

Vistra Corp. (VST) appears an attractive pick given a noticeable improvement in the company's earnings outlook. The stock has been a strong performer lately, and the momentum might continue with analysts still raising their earnings estimates for the company. The rising trend in estimate revisions, which is a result of growing analyst optimism on the earnings prospects of this company, should get reflected in its stock price. After all, empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earning ...