Vistra(US:VST)2025-05-07 11:10Financial Performance & Guidance - Q1 2025 Adjusted EBITDA reached $1,240 million, driven by forward hedging, a flexible asset base, and strong retail performance[10] - The company reaffirmed its 2025 Adjusted EBITDA guidance range of $55 billion to $61 billion and Adjusted FCFbG guidance range of $30 billion to $36 billion[10] - The company sees a 2026 Adjusted EBITDA midpoint opportunity of $6 billion+[10] Hedging Strategy - Approximately 95% of expected generation for 2025-26 is hedged, providing earnings visibility while maintaining upside to power market tailwinds[10] - The company has hedged ~100% of expected generation for 2025 and ~90% for 2026[38] Capital Allocation - The company executed ~$52 billion in share repurchases from Nov 2021 through May 2, 2025, at an average price of ~$3196[44] - The company announced a quarterly common dividend of 2250¢ per share to be paid June 30, 2025, targeting $300 million in dividends annually[44] Strategic Priorities & Growth - The company continues construction on Vistra Zero projects for Oak Hill (Amazon) and Pulaski (Microsoft)[19] - The company has a significant development pipeline across the fleet, including the potential for ~10% nuclear uprates[19] Environmental Stewardship - The company achieved a 50% reduction in GHG emissions vs 2010 baseline in 2024 and is targeting a 60% reduction by 2030 and net-zero by 2050[56] - The company achieved a 90% reduction in SO2 emissions vs 2010 baseline in 2024[57]