MGO One Seven LLC boosted its holdings in shares of Valero Energy Corporation (NYSE:VLO – Free Report) by 15.1% in the 4th quarter, Holdings Channel reports. The firm owned 28,474 shares of the oil and gas company’s stock after buying an additional 3,729 shares during the period. MGO One Seven LLC’s holdings in Valero Energy were worth $4,635,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.
Other institutional investors and hedge funds have also added to or reduced their stakes in the company. JPL Wealth Management LLC acquired a new stake in Valero Energy during the third quarter valued at approximately $27,000. Torren Management LLC acquired a new stake in Valero Energy during the fourth quarter valued at approximately $30,000. Cypress Capital Management LLC WY acquired a new stake in Valero Energy during the third quarter valued at approximately $34,000. Triumph Capital Management acquired a new stake in Valero Energy during the third quarter valued at approximately $35,000. Finally, Physician Wealth Advisors Inc. lifted its stake in Valero Energy by 145.3% during the third quarter. Physician Wealth Advisors Inc. now owns 211 shares of the oil and gas company’s stock valued at $36,000 after purchasing an additional 125 shares during the last quarter. 78.69% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.
Valero Energy Stock Performance
Shares of VLO opened at $240.81 on Friday. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.39, a quick ratio of 1.11 and a current ratio of 1.58. The company has a market capitalization of $72.01 billion, a PE ratio of 17.50, a PEG ratio of 0.34 and a beta of 0.58. The company’s 50 day moving average price is $234.82 and its 200 day moving average price is $198.52. Valero Energy Corporation has a 52 week low of $121.41 and a 52 week high of $258.43.
Valero Energy Announces Dividend
The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, June 23rd. Shareholders of record on Thursday, May 21st will be paid a $1.20 dividend. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, May 21st. This represents a $4.80 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 2.0%. Valero Energy’s payout ratio is 34.88%.
Analyst Ratings Changes
Several analysts recently commented on the stock. The Goldman Sachs Group increased their target price on shares of Valero Energy from $203.00 to $237.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research note on Thursday, March 12th. Wall Street Zen raised shares of Valero Energy from a “buy” rating to a “strong-buy” rating in a research report on Saturday, April 4th. Raymond James Financial lifted their target price on shares of Valero Energy from $215.00 to $290.00 and gave the stock a “strong-buy” rating in a research report on Wednesday, March 25th. UBS Group lifted their target price on shares of Valero Energy from $215.00 to $280.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research report on Thursday, April 2nd. Finally, Barclays lifted their target price on shares of Valero Energy from $184.00 to $261.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a research report on Wednesday, April 8th. Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, eleven have issued a Buy rating, seven have assigned a Hold rating and one has issued a Sell rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the stock currently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $237.94.
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More Valero Energy News
Here are the key news stories impacting Valero Energy this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Valero was highlighted on “best low-beta” stock screens, suggesting investors may be rotating into steadier, less volatile names during market turbulence. Best Low-Beta Stocks to Own Right Away: LQDA, CBOE, VLO & FANG
- Positive Sentiment: Analysts at Erste Group raised FY2027 EPS estimates for Valero, signaling improving earnings expectations. Valero Energy estimate update
- Positive Sentiment: Morgan Stanley lifted its price target on Valero to $232 from $222, pointing to stronger-than-expected first-quarter results and reinforcing a constructive view on the stock. Morgan Stanley Raises its Price Target on Valero Energy (VLO) to $232
- Positive Sentiment: Valero was added to a Zacks Rank #1 “Strong Buy” growth list, which can draw momentum and growth-oriented investors. Best Growth Stocks to Buy for May 7th
- Positive Sentiment: The company declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.20 per share, confirming shareholder returns and supporting income-investor demand. Valero Energy Corporation Declares Regular Cash Dividend on Common Stock
- Neutral Sentiment: Valero also appeared in PEG-driven “GARP” stock roundups, highlighting its mix of value and growth but offering no new company-specific catalyst. Zacks.com featured highlights include Dow, Valero Energy, Ultrapar Participacoes and Nexa Resources
Insider Transactions at Valero Energy
In other Valero Energy news, SVP Eric A. Fisher sold 400 shares of Valero Energy stock in a transaction that occurred on Thursday, March 12th. The shares were sold at an average price of $238.60, for a total value of $95,440.00. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through the SEC website. 0.36% of the stock is owned by company insiders.
Valero Energy Profile
Valero Energy Corporation is a San Antonio, Texas–based integrated downstream energy company that manufactures and markets transportation fuels, petrochemical feedstocks and other industrial products. The company’s operations focus on refining crude oil into finished fuels such as gasoline, diesel and jet fuel, as well as producing asphalt and other refined product streams for commercial and industrial customers.
In addition to refining, Valero has significant operations in renewable fuels, including the production of ethanol and other biofuels, and it manages an extensive logistics network of pipelines, terminals, rail and marine assets to move feedstocks and finished products.
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