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Valero Energy Corp (VLO)

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259.18

+1.19 (0.46%)

as of Jun 11, 2026, 3:34:51 pm Market Open.

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Jun 10, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 3 opinions in the last 12 months.

Valero Energy Corp (VLO) has garnered mixed reviews from experts regarding its investment profile. One reviewer highlights the company's ability to generate profits as long as it manages the difference between oil purchase costs and gas prices effectively. Another expert notes that, despite the favorable conditions of $150 crude oil and ongoing geopolitical tensions, significant trading activity appears subdued, indicating a lack of strong interest from major investors at this time. In terms of dividends, Valero is viewed as a more stable option compared to FANG, which may offer higher volatility. Investors seeking a more conservative approach might prefer VLO for its dividend payout, while those looking for high-risk, high-reward opportunities might lean towards FANG. Overall, VLO presents a cautious investment choice amid the current energy landscape.

Consensus

Neutral

Valuation

Fair Value

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PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Oct 17/06. Up 36.4%.) His model price is $115.75, a 60% positive differential. Pre-announced today and the stock was off 1%. Still a Buy.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Jan 5/07. Up 40.8%.) Benefited from the refining margin expansion. Reduced his holdings. The beginning of the year, such as February, is a beautiful time to buy it.

HOLD

Specializes in heavy sour crude to produce gasoline. Since light oil is disappearing, this is a good long-term hold.

TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Oct 17. Up 29.5%.) Still a cheap stock. His model price is $109.75, a 61% positive differential.

WAIT

The largest pure play refining company. Rallied very hard as the refining margins widened. Has now pulled back. Very profitable. The greatest upside will be into the summer of next year when the real demand for refining comes into play. Wait until February-March and sell in July.

HOLD

Very well run company. At this level, it is a Hold. Traded in wide and an erratic swings is because of the crack spread, the margin that ogres for refiners. Very diverse in its asset base. Great stock from a trading perspective.

TOP PICK

Refinery. His model price is $124, an 81% positive differential.

BUY

Consolidating right now and doesn't think there is a lot of significant downside right now. Exit at $72.95.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Oct 17/06. Up 45%.) Refining. A very mis-priced asset.

BUY

62% positive differential Cheapest stock on the SMP 100. It's in their top ten.

BUY

Is into refining or a refining component.

BUY

Just announced they just sold their to Ohio refinery to Husky. Likes the refining business. Long term buy.

BUY

World's biggest independent refiner and marketer of fuels. Refining and marketing margins are historically wide now. There is a shortage of refining capacity.

BUY

He has a model price of $106.97, which is a 59% positive differential.

DON'T BUY

Has done exceptionally well recently. Crack spread has been very attractive recently. Refineries have a tendency to blow up and catch fire. Would be cautious on them.

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