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Valero Energy (VLO) Stock Forecast, Price Target & Predictions

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VLO Stock Forecast

Valero Energy (VLO) stock forecast, based on 33 Wall Street analysts, predicts a 12-month average price target of $153.25, with a high of $160.00 and a low of $144.00. This represents a 43.05% increase from the last price of $107.13.

$105 $119 $133 $147 $161 $175 High: $160 Avg: $153.25 Low: $144 Last Closed Price: $107.13

VLO Stock Rating

Valero Energy stock's rating consensus is Buy, based on 33 Wall Street analysts. The breakdown includes 1 Strong Buy (3.03%), 24 Buy (72.73%), 7 Hold (21.21%), 1 Sell (3.03%), and 0 Strong Sell (0.00%).

Buy
Total 33 1 7 24 1 Strong Sell Sell Hold Buy Strong Buy

VLO Price Target Upside V Benchmarks

TypeNameUpside
StockValero Energy43.05%
SectorEnergy Stocks 42.69%
IndustryOil & Gas Refining & Marketing Stocks35.82%

Price Target Trends

1M3M12M
# Anlaysts-216
Avg Price Target-$151.50$160.25
Last Closing Price$107.13$107.13$107.13
Upside/Downside-41.42%49.58%
Ratings Trends
DateStrong BuyBuyHoldSellStrong SellTotal
Apr, 25694-120
Mar, 25685-120
Feb, 25685-120
Jan, 25686-121
Dec, 24586-120
Analyst Price Target Forecasts
DateAnalystCompanyPrice TargetPrice when PublishedPrice Target/Price when PublishedPrice Target/Last Closing Price
Mar 07, 2025Piper Sandler$144.00$126.8513.52%34.42%
Jan 31, 2025Roger ReadWells Fargo$159.00$133.0019.55%48.42%
Jan 10, 2025Ryan ToddPiper Sandler$149.00$127.1517.18%39.08%
Dec 19, 2024Joe LaetschMorgan Stanley$160.00$132.3220.92%49.35%
Oct 17, 2024Jean Ann SalisburyBank of America Securities$150.00$135.5210.68%40.02%
Oct 10, 2024Paul ChengScotiabank$141.00$139.361.18%31.62%
Oct 09, 2024Roger ReadWells Fargo$165.00$139.3618.40%54.02%
Oct 04, 2024Phillip JungwirthBMO Capital$165.00$144.0314.56%54.02%
Sep 20, 2024Ryan ToddPiper Sandler$123.00$138.69-11.31%14.81%
Jul 17, 2024Doug LeggateWolfe Research$177.00$150.0517.96%65.22%
Analyst Rating Forecasts
DateCompanyPrevious RatingNew RatingRating Change
Mar 27, 2025Raymond JamesStrong BuyStrong Buyhold
Jan 10, 2025Piper SandlerNeutralOverweightupgrade
Dec 19, 2024Morgan StanleyOverweightOverweighthold
Oct 10, 2024ScotiabankOutperformOutperformhold
Oct 08, 2024Wells FargoEqual-WeightOverweightupgrade
Oct 04, 2024BMO CapitalOutperformOutperformhold
Sep 20, 2024Piper SandlerOverweightNeutraldowngrade
Jul 17, 2024Wolfe ResearchOutperforminitialise
Jul 13, 2024JefferiesBuyBuyhold
Jul 12, 2024ScotiabankOutperformOutperformhold

Financial Forecast

EPS Forecast

$-5 $3 $11 $19 $27 $35 Dec 20 Dec 21 Dec 22 Dec 23 Dec 24 Dec 25 Dec 26 Dec 27 Dec 28
Dec 20Dec 21Dec 22Dec 23Dec 24Dec 25Dec 26Dec 27Dec 28
Reported$-2.72$3.16$29.08$24.95$8.60----
Avg Forecast$-3.47$1.77$28.02$24.25$8.00$7.96$11.11$14.33$13.00
High Forecast$-3.22$1.99$33.39$24.36$8.73$10.44$15.98$19.22$14.76
Low Forecast$-3.90$1.64$24.06$24.12$7.77$5.74$7.95$9.44$11.16
Surprise %-21.61%78.53%3.78%2.89%7.50%----

Revenue Forecast

$50B $120B $190B $260B $330B $400B Dec 20 Dec 21 Dec 22 Dec 23 Dec 24 Dec 25 Dec 26 Dec 27 Dec 28
Dec 20Dec 21Dec 22Dec 23Dec 24Dec 25Dec 26Dec 27Dec 28
Reported$64.91B$113.98B$176.38B$144.77B-----
Avg Forecast$63.20B$106.58B$174.89B$144.49B$129.34B$120.94B$124.11B$108.76B$332.38B
High Forecast$69.23B$116.74B$200.68B$146.99B$129.97B$127.83B$124.70B$120.08B$366.96B
Low Forecast$59.74B$100.74B$155.90B$142.51B$127.67B$112.56B$123.53B$96.88B$296.07B
Surprise %2.71%6.94%0.85%0.19%-----

Net Income Forecast

$-10B $-5B $0 $5B $10B $15B Dec 20 Dec 21 Dec 22 Dec 23 Dec 24 Dec 25 Dec 26 Dec 27 Dec 28
Dec 20Dec 21Dec 22Dec 23Dec 24Dec 25Dec 26Dec 27Dec 28
Reported$-1.11B$1.29B$11.53B$8.84B$2.77B----
Avg Forecast$-6.73B$406.35M$1.87B$8.81B$2.91B$2.46B$3.39B$4.15B$4.59B
High Forecast$-4.83B$793.06M$2.24B$10.57B$3.08B$3.68B$5.64B$6.78B$5.21B
Low Forecast$-8.63B$19.64M$1.50B$7.05B$2.74B$2.03B$2.81B$3.33B$3.94B
Surprise %-83.55%216.97%516.59%0.31%-4.90%----

VLO Forecast FAQ

Is Valero Energy stock a buy?

Valero Energy stock has a consensus rating of Buy, based on 33 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown includes 1 Strong Buy, 24 Buy, 7 Hold, 1 Sell, and 0 Strong Sell, reflecting a consensus that Valero Energy is a favorable investment for most analysts.

What is Valero Energy's price target?

Valero Energy's price target, set by 33 Wall Street analysts, averages $153.25 over the next 12 months. The price target range spans from $144 at the low end to $160 at the high end, suggesting a potential 43.05% change from the previous closing price of $107.13.

How does Valero Energy stock forecast compare to its benchmarks?

Valero Energy's stock forecast shows a 43.05% upside, outperforming the average forecast for the energy stocks sector (42.69%) and outperforming the oil & gas refining & marketing stocks industry (35.82%).

What is the breakdown of analyst ratings for Valero Energy over the past three months?

  • April 2025: 30.00% Strong Buy, 45.00% Buy, 20.00% Hold, 0% Sell, 5.00% Strong Sell.
  • March 2025: 30.00% Strong Buy, 40.00% Buy, 25.00% Hold, 0% Sell, 5.00% Strong Sell.
  • February 2025: 30.00% Strong Buy, 40.00% Buy, 25.00% Hold, 0% Sell, 5.00% Strong Sell.

What is Valero Energy’s EPS forecast?

Valero Energy's average annual EPS forecast for its fiscal year ending in December 2025 is $7.96, marking a -7.44% decrease from the reported $8.6 in 2024. Estimates for the following years are $11.11 in 2026, $14.33 in 2027, and $13 in 2028.

What is Valero Energy’s revenue forecast?

Valero Energy's average annual revenue forecast for its fiscal year ending in December 2025 is $120.94B, reflecting a 0% decrease from the reported $0 in 2024. The forecast for 2026 is $124.11B, followed by $108.76B for 2027, and $332.38B for 2028.

What is Valero Energy’s net income forecast?

Valero Energy's net income forecast for the fiscal year ending in December 2025 stands at $2.46B, representing a -11.02% decrease from the reported $2.77B in 2024. Projections indicate $3.39B in 2026, $4.15B in 2027, and $4.59B in 2028.