Vistra Stock Plummets 22.89% in Two Days, Trading Volume Ranks 87th

On April 4, 2025, Vistra (VST) experienced a significant decline, with its stock price dropping by 9.37% over two consecutive days, resulting in a total decrease of 22.89%. The trading volume for the day was 17.12 billion, placing it at the 87th position in the daily market rankings.

David Tepper, a prominent hedge fund manager, recently increased his stake in Vistra Corp by 112.5% during the fourth quarter. This strategic move is driven by the anticipation of increased energy demands from the rapidly growing AI sector. As a leading U.S. power provider, Vistra is seen as an attractive investment opportunity for those looking to capitalize on the growth of AI.

Analysts have set an average one-year price target for Vistra Corp at $171.20, with projections ranging from a high of $212.00 to a low of $120.00. This suggests a potential upside of 58.21% from its current price. The consensus among 17 brokerage firms is that Vistra Corp is an "Outperform" stock, with an average recommendation rating of 1.8 on a scale where 1 signifies a Strong Buy and 5 indicates a Sell.