Vistra Corp. (VST) Powers Ahead with Strategic Acquisitions and Analyst Upgrades

Group 1 - Vistra Corp. confirmed the closing of a $2.25 billion private offering, which includes $1 billion in 4.700% senior secured notes due 2031 and $1.25 billion in 5.350% notes due 2036 [1][2] - The net proceeds from the offering will be used to finance the acquisition of Cogentrix Energy, which is a $4.7 billion deal involving 10 natural gas-fired power plants, adding 5,500 megawatts of net capacity [2][3] - UBS has reiterated a Buy rating on Vistra's stock and raised the price target from $230 to $233, reflecting the company's secured power purchase agreements for its nuclear assets with Meta Platforms [3] Group 2 - Vistra Corp. operates as a competitive energy provider across 20 states and the District of Columbia, focusing on both electricity generation and direct sales to consumers [4]