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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 $145.50, with a high of $160.00 and a low of $127.00. This represents a 25.95% increase from the last price of $115.52.

$115 $127 $139 $151 $163 $175 High: $160 Avg: $145.5 Low: $127 Last Closed Price: $115.52

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%), 23 Buy (69.70%), 9 Hold (27.27%), 0 Sell (0.00%), and 0 Strong Sell (0.00%).

Buy
Total 33 9 23 1 Strong Sell Sell Hold Buy Strong Buy

VLO Price Target Upside V Benchmarks

TypeNameUpside
StockValero Energy25.95%
SectorEnergy Stocks 35.40%
IndustryOil & Gas Refining & Marketing Stocks22.23%

Price Target Trends

1M3M12M
# Anlaysts2418
Avg Price Target$139.00$145.25$157.89
Last Closing Price$115.52$115.52$115.52
Upside/Downside20.33%25.74%36.68%
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
Apr 28, 2025Neil MehtaGoldman Sachs$127.00$113.8711.53%9.94%
Mar 07, 2025Piper Sandler$144.00$126.8513.52%24.65%
Jan 31, 2025Roger ReadWells Fargo$159.00$133.0019.55%37.64%
Jan 10, 2025Ryan ToddPiper Sandler$149.00$127.1517.18%28.98%
Dec 19, 2024Joe LaetschMorgan Stanley$160.00$132.3220.92%38.50%
Oct 17, 2024Jean Ann SalisburyBank of America Securities$150.00$135.5210.68%29.85%
Oct 10, 2024Paul ChengScotiabank$141.00$139.361.18%22.06%
Oct 09, 2024Roger ReadWells Fargo$165.00$139.3618.40%42.83%
Oct 04, 2024Phillip JungwirthBMO Capital$165.00$144.0314.56%42.83%
Sep 20, 2024Ryan ToddPiper Sandler$123.00$138.69-11.31%6.48%
Analyst Rating Forecasts
DateCompanyPrevious RatingNew RatingRating Change
Apr 28, 2025Goldman SachsNegativeNeutralupgrade
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

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, 23 Buy, 9 Hold, 0 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 $145.5 over the next 12 months. The price target range spans from $127 at the low end to $160 at the high end, suggesting a potential 25.95% change from the previous closing price of $115.52.

How does Valero Energy stock forecast compare to its benchmarks?

Valero Energy's stock forecast shows a 25.95% upside, underperforming the average forecast for the energy stocks sector (35.40%) and outperforming the oil & gas refining & marketing stocks industry (22.23%).

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.