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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 37 Wall Street analysts, predicts a 12-month average price target of $183.63, with a high of $201.00 and a low of $162.00. This represents a 5.32% increase from the last price of $174.35.

$120 $137 $154 $171 $188 $205 High: $201 Avg: $183.63 Low: $162 Last Closed Price: $174.35

VLO Stock Rating

Valero Energy stock's rating consensus is Buy, based on 37 Wall Street analysts. The breakdown includes 1 Strong Buy (2.70%), 23 Buy (62.16%), 13 Hold (35.14%), 0 Sell (0.00%), and 0 Strong Sell (0.00%).

Buy
Total 37 13 23 1 Strong Sell Sell Hold Buy Strong Buy

VLO Price Target Upside V Benchmarks

TypeNameUpside
StockValero Energy5.32%
SectorEnergy Stocks 20.48%
IndustryOil & Gas Refining & Marketing Stocks2.02%

Price Target Trends

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# Anlaysts71017
Avg Price Target$185.43$182.70$169.47
Last Closing Price$174.35$174.35$174.35
Upside/Downside6.36%4.79%-2.80%
Ratings Trends
DateStrong BuyBuyHoldSellStrong SellTotal
Oct, 25596--20
Sep, 25587--20
Aug, 25587--20
Jul, 257105--22
Jun, 257104--21
Analyst Price Target Forecasts
DateAnalystCompanyPrice TargetPrice when PublishedPrice Target/Price when PublishedPrice Target/Last Closing Price
Oct 24, 2025Manav GuptaUBS$183.00$173.155.69%4.96%
Oct 24, 2025Ryan ToddPiper Sandler$201.00$173.1316.10%15.29%
Oct 24, 2025Raymond James$195.00$173.1312.63%11.84%
Oct 17, 2025Justin JenkinsRaymond James$181.00$157.0415.26%3.81%
Oct 09, 2025Jefferies$194.00$162.0119.75%11.27%
Oct 07, 2025Barclays$169.00$163.423.41%-3.07%
Oct 03, 2025Joe LaetschMorgan Stanley$175.00$164.706.25%0.37%
Sep 15, 2025Nitin KumarMizuho Securities$190.00$157.5720.58%8.98%
Sep 09, 2025Raymond James$177.00$161.839.37%1.52%
Sep 02, 2025Goldman Sachs$162.00$154.285.00%-7.08%
Analyst Rating Forecasts
DateCompanyPrevious RatingNew RatingRating Change
Oct 24, 2025UBSBuyBuyhold
Oct 24, 2025Cowen & Co.HoldHoldhold
Oct 24, 2025Piper SandlerOverweightOverweighthold
Oct 17, 2025Raymond JamesStrong BuyStrong Buyhold
Oct 09, 2025JefferiesBuyBuyhold
Oct 07, 2025BarclaysOverweightOverweighthold
Sep 22, 2025UBSBuyBuyhold
Sep 09, 2025Raymond JamesStrong BuyStrong Buyhold
Jul 16, 2025Morgan StanleyOverweightOverweighthold
Jul 16, 2025CitigroupBuyNeutraldowngrade

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 37 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown includes 1 Strong Buy, 23 Buy, 13 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 37 Wall Street analysts, averages $183.63 over the next 12 months. The price target range spans from $162 at the low end to $201 at the high end, suggesting a potential 5.32% change from the previous closing price of $174.35.

How does Valero Energy stock forecast compare to its benchmarks?

Valero Energy's stock forecast shows a 5.32% upside, underperforming the average forecast for the energy stocks sector (20.48%) and outperforming the oil & gas refining & marketing stocks industry (2.02%).

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

  • October 2025: 25.00% Strong Buy, 45.00% Buy, 30.00% Hold, 0% Sell, 0% Strong Sell.
  • September 2025: 25.00% Strong Buy, 40.00% Buy, 35.00% Hold, 0% Sell, 0% Strong Sell.
  • August 2025: 25.00% Strong Buy, 40.00% Buy, 35.00% Hold, 0% Sell, 0% 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.