VLO Company Profile and Key Details
NYSE : VLO
Valero Energy
$250.50
-3.275-1.29%
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Stock Price Today
Valero Energy Corporation (VLO) stock declined over -1.29%, trading at $250.50 on NYSE, down from the previous close of $253.77. The stock opened at $255.40, fluctuating between $248.45 and $255.63 in the recent session.
Stock Snapshot
253.77
Prev. Close
74.38B
Market Cap
248.45
Day Low
18.31
P/E Ratio
13.68
EPS (TTM)
23.84
Cash Flow per Share
255.4
Open
296.93M
Number of Shares
255.63
Day High
99.52%
Free Float in %
78.18
Book Value
856.91K
Volume
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Stock Price History Chart
| Date | Open | High | Low | Close | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 20, 2026 | 261.45 | 263.75 | 251.78 | 253.77 | 2.96M |
| May 19, 2026 | 259.52 | 262.89 | 254.60 | 262.62 | 3.84M |
| May 18, 2026 | 249.95 | 260.31 | 246.49 | 258.52 | 3.15M |
| May 15, 2026 | 247.18 | 251.00 | 245.88 | 250.74 | 3.12M |
| May 14, 2026 | 243.65 | 244.97 | 240.64 | 244.77 | 1.81M |
| May 13, 2026 | 248.10 | 249.56 | 240.33 | 244.10 | 2.13M |
| May 12, 2026 | 250.10 | 250.28 | 246.51 | 247.12 | 3.05M |
| May 11, 2026 | 244.68 | 248.64 | 242.77 | 248.13 | 2.84M |
| May 08, 2026 | 235.21 | 242.24 | 232.78 | 241.06 | 2.77M |
| May 07, 2026 | 232.00 | 236.37 | 227.25 | 236.35 | 3.76M |
| May 06, 2026 | 242.73 | 243.84 | 234.68 | 236.69 | 4.36M |
| May 05, 2026 | 251.56 | 255.51 | 249.65 | 253.45 | 2.77M |
| May 04, 2026 | 248.88 | 252.78 | 244.90 | 251.63 | 2.75M |
| Apr 30, 2026 | 245.88 | 253.25 | 243.02 | 252.58 | 3.42M |
| Apr 29, 2026 | 243.69 | 251.90 | 242.12 | 251.30 | 3.64M |
| Apr 28, 2026 | 241.19 | 241.99 | 238.11 | 240.27 | 1.98M |
| Apr 27, 2026 | 236.25 | 241.30 | 236.07 | 238.25 | 2.2M |
| Apr 23, 2026 | 235.29 | 236.26 | 230.39 | 233.83 | 2.28M |
| Apr 22, 2026 | 236.40 | 237.27 | 231.89 | 234.36 | 2.27M |
| Apr 21, 2026 | 226.70 | 234.27 | 224.36 | 233.39 | 2.62M |
Contact Details
About Company
Valero Energy Corporation manufactures, markets, and sells transportation fuels and petrochemical products in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and internationally. The company operates through three segments: Refining, Renewable Diesel, and Ethanol. It produces conventional, premium, and reformulated gasolines; gasoline meeting the specifications of the California Air Resources Board (CARB); diesel fuels, and low-sulfur and ultra-low-sulfur diesel fuels; CARB diesel; other distillates; jet fuels; blendstocks; and asphalts, petrochemicals, lubricants, and other refined petroleum products, as well as sells lube oils and natural gas liquids. As of December 31, 2021, the company owned 15 petroleum refineries with a combined throughput capacity of approximately 3.2 million barrels per day; and 12 ethanol plants with a combined ethanol production capacity of approximately 1.6 billion gallons per year. It sells its refined products through wholesale rack and bulk markets; and through approximately 7,000 outlets under the Valero, Beacon, Diamond Shamrock, Shamrock, Ultramar, and Texaco brands. The company also produces and sells ethanol, dry distiller grains, syrup, and inedible corn oil primarily to animal feed customers. In addition, it owns and operates crude oil and refined petroleum products pipelines, terminals, tanks, marine docks, truck rack bays, and other logistics assets; and owns and operates a plant that processes animal fats, used cooking oils, and inedible distillers corn oils into renewable diesel. The company was formerly known as Valero Refining and Marketing Company and changed its name to Valero Energy Corporation in August 1997. Valero Energy Corporation was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas.
Company Information
| Employees | 9898 |
| Beta | 0.73 |
| Sales or Revenue | $144.80B |
| 5Y Sales Change% | 0.493% |
| Fiscal Year Ends | December |
| Sector | Energy |
| Industry | Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing |
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Valero Energy Corporation (NYSE:VLO) closed at $252.14 USD, losing -$1.63 (-0.64%) from the previous close of $253.77. The stock is currently within 5% of its 52-week high $125.10 and $263.75. With a market capitalization of about $74.87 billion, Valero Energy Corporation is classified as a large-cap and shows lower-than-market volatility (beta ~0.57). Key stats such as the average daily volume over the past year has been around 3.74 million shares, volume is running light vs its 52-week average. Headquartered in San Antonio, TX, Valero Energy Corporation operates in the Energy sector and the Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing industry. Led by CEO R. Lane Riggs, the company employs approximately 9,898 people and listed since January 04, 1982. Valero Energy Corporation manufactures, markets, and sells transportation fuels and petrochemical products in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and internationally.
Technical Performance
Short-term trend indicators are bearishly aligned (SMA20 3.72%, SMA50 10.81%, SMA200 26.85%). The stock’s 14-day RSI is 62.79 (firm momentum), while the ATR of 6.39 points to higher daily volatility. The stock remains sitting in the mid-range of its 52-week band, trading -1.44% below its high and over 105.85% above its low. Average 10-day trading volume of 2.86 million shares is below the 3-month average of 3.69 million, indicating normal recent market interest.
Valuation Metrics
Valero Energy Corporation trades at a P/E ratio of 18.0, slightly below the S&P 500 average, with a price-to-sales ratio of 0.6 and a price-to-book ratio of 3.17 trading at moderately above to book value. The P/FCF stands at 12.72, also above market averages.
Dividend & Fair Value
Valero Energy Corporation last paid a dividend of 3.46 per share, this equals a trailing yield of roughly 2.79%. Dividend and splits history remains an important factor for investors monitoring long-term returns. A discounted cash flow model estimates fair value at around $374.98. This means the shares are trading below this model’s fair value.
Earnings & Analyst Outlook
Wall Street analysts project EPS growth of 11.13% annually over the next five years. The latest quarter delivered EPS of $4.22. The next quarter is forecast at $2.01. Next year's EPS is expected at -$42.15. Analyst sentiment is bullish. Analyst rating data shows there are 30 Strong Buy ratings, 7 Buy ratings, 15 Hold ratings, 0 Sell rating and 1 Strong Sell ratings. Price targets range from $292.00 to $135.00. The high target offers 15.06% upside. The low target suggests -46.8% downside. The mean target is $199.26. This offers -21.48% upside. Valero Energy Corporation earnings surprise history is a consistent trend of beating forecasts. The quarter that ended April 30, 2026, missed forecasts by 33.54%. The prior quarter beat by 16.82%. Over the last six quarters, Apple has recorded several small beats. These include 829.15% in January 30, 2025.
Shareholding & Insider Activity
Valero Energy Corporation has 310.65 million shares outstanding. The public float is 309.15 million shares, elevated short interest at 4.38% of float. This equals 12.02 million shares. The short ratio is 5.07 days. Institutional investors hold 88.48% of the float. Insiders own 0.58%. KLESSE WILLIAM R holds 901.76 thousand shares, Gorder Joseph W has 621.87 thousand shares and Riggs R. Lane has 254.90 thousand shares. Over the past six months, insider transactions show net selling. They sold 25.94 thousand shares across 4 transactions.
Financial & Profitability Overview
On valuation metrics, Valero Energy trades at a P/E of 18.00, P/S of 0.60 and P/B of 3.17. The current ratio is 1.58 and quick ratio is 1.15. Operationally, the company’s inventory turnover is 15.49 and cash conversion cycle is 20.56 days. Debt-to-equity is 0.48, supported by a cash flow-to-debt ratio of 0.55.
Quarterly Financial Highlights
The company ended the quarter with $5.54B in cash and short-term investments, a total debt of $12.64B, and net debt of $7.21B. Total assets were $64.48B, with equity of $28.52B. Financials further reflected stability, with operating cash flow of $9.23B, free cash flow of $7.31B, and capital expenditures of - $1.92B.
Price Forecast & Outlook
Our AI price prediction model suggests that Valero Energy Corporation stock has strong potential for upside but may face short-term weakness followed by gains in the medium and long term. 2-Week Outlook: Projected increase of 4.23%, with price expected at $264.50 by June 03, 2026, within a range of $257.20 to $271.84 3-Month Outlook: Projected rise of 21.87%, reaching $309.26 by August 18, 2026, with a range of $302.27 to $317.60. 1-Year Outlook: Projected gain of 12.69%, with price at $285.97 by May 20, 2027, within a range of $277.39 to $292.96.
Key Takeaways
Valero Energy Corporation (NYSE:VLO) shares are up 13.48% year-to-date currently trading near 52-week highs band. Short-term momentum has been positive over the last quarter, despite recent volatility. Valuation shows Valero Energy Corporation trading at a premium to the broader market with a P/E of 18.0. Analyst sentiment is mixed, with the majority of ratings in Neutral territory and a mean price target of $162.98, suggesting -35.78% downside. Our AI forecast model points to short-term strength (4.23% over two weeks), a medium-term rise (21.87% over three months), and a longer-term gain (12.69% over one year), with expected trading ranges indicating moderate volatility.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current Valero Energy Corporation (VLO) stock price?
Valero Energy Corporation (NYSE: VLO) stock price is $250.50 in the last trading session. During the trading session, VLO stock reached the peak price of $255.63 while $248.45 was the lowest point it dropped to. The percentage change in VLO stock occurred in the recent session was -1.29% while the dollar amount for the price change in VLO stock was - $3.28.
VLO's industry and sector of operation?
The NYSE listed VLO is part of Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing industry that operates in the broader Energy sector. Valero Energy Corporation designs, manufactures, and markets smartphones, personal computers, tablets, wearables, and accessories worldwide.
Who are the executives of VLO?
Mr. Gary K. Simmons
Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer
Mr. Lawrence Mark Schmeltekopf
Chief Accounting Officer & Senior Vice President
Mr. R. Lane Riggs
Chief Executive Officer, Pres, Chief Operating Officer & Director
Ms. Cheryl Thomas
Senior Vice President & Chief Technology Officer
Mr. J. Stephen Gilbert
Disclosure & Compliance Officer and Sec.
Mr. Jason W. Fraser
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Lillian Riojas
Executive Director of Media Relations & Communications
Mr. Joseph W. Gorder
Executive Chairman
Mr. Homer Bhullar
Vice President of Investor Relations & Fin.
Mr. Richard Joe Walsh
Senior Vice President, Gen. Counsel & Sec.
Ms. Cheryl L. Thomas
Senior Vice President & Chief Technology Officer
Mr. Richard F. Lashway
Senior Vice President of Corporation Devel. & Strategy
Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer
Mr. Lawrence Mark Schmeltekopf
Chief Accounting Officer & Senior Vice President
Mr. R. Lane Riggs
Chief Executive Officer, Pres, Chief Operating Officer & Director
Ms. Cheryl Thomas
Senior Vice President & Chief Technology Officer
Mr. J. Stephen Gilbert
Disclosure & Compliance Officer and Sec.
Mr. Jason W. Fraser
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Lillian Riojas
Executive Director of Media Relations & Communications
Mr. Joseph W. Gorder
Executive Chairman
Mr. Homer Bhullar
Vice President of Investor Relations & Fin.
Mr. Richard Joe Walsh
Senior Vice President, Gen. Counsel & Sec.
Ms. Cheryl L. Thomas
Senior Vice President & Chief Technology Officer
Mr. Richard F. Lashway
Senior Vice President of Corporation Devel. & Strategy
How VLO did perform over past 52-week?
VLO's closing price is 102.85% higher than its 52-week low of $125.10 where as its distance from 52-week high of $263.75 is -3.78%.
How many employees does VLO have?
Number of VLO employees currently stands at 9,898.
Link for VLO official website?
Official Website of VLO is: https://www.valero.com
How do I contact VLO?
VLO could be contacted at phone 210 345 2000 and can also be accessed through its website. VLO operates from One Valero Way, San Antonio, TX 78249, United States.
How many shares of VLO are traded daily?
VLO stock volume for the day was 856.91K shares. The average number of VLO shares traded daily for last 3 months was 3.74M.
What is the market cap of VLO currently?
The market value of VLO currently stands at $74.38B with its latest stock price at $250.50 and 296.93M of its shares outstanding.
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