Vistra Corp. Stock Hits Day High with Strong Intraday Performance

Vistra Corp., a prominent player in the power industry, has experienced a notable increase of 3.46% on November 7, 2025, reaching an intraday high of USD 191.07. This performance stands in contrast to the S&P 500, which saw a modest gain of 0.13% on the same day. Over the past week, Vistra has outperformed the broader market with a 1.43% increase, while the S&P 500 declined by 1.63%.
In terms of longer-term performance, Vistra Corp. has shown impressive growth, with a remarkable 40.72% increase over the past year, significantly surpassing the S&P 500's 12.65% gain. Year-to-date, the company's stock has risen by 38.54%, compared to the S&P 500's 14.4%. Over the past three years, Vistra's stock has skyrocketed by 701.51%, and over five years, it has surged by 946.0%.

Despite these gains, the company faces challenges, including a high Debt to EBITDA ratio of 7.19 times, indicating potential difficulties in servicing its debt. Additionally, the Return on Capital Employed averages 15.00%, reflecting low profitability per unit of total capital.