(VLO) Valero Energy - Ratings and Ratios
Gasoline, Diesel, Jet Fuel, Ethanol, Petrochemicals
VLO EPS (Earnings per Share)
VLO Revenue
Description: VLO Valero Energy
Valero Energy Corporation is a leading manufacturer, marketer, and seller of petroleum-based and low-carbon liquid transportation fuels and petrochemical products globally. The companys diverse product portfolio includes gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, and asphalt, as well as renewable diesel and ethanol. Valero operates through three main segments: Refining, Renewable Diesel, and Ethanol, allowing for a comprehensive approach to energy production.
Key performance indicators (KPIs) that can be used to evaluate Valeros performance include its refining margin, which is a critical metric for the companys profitability. Additionally, the companys renewable diesel production capacity and ethanol sales volume are also important indicators of its growth prospects. Valeros brand portfolio, including Valero, Beacon, and Diamond Green Diesel, provides a strong distribution network and enhances its market presence. The companys commitment to low-carbon energy solutions is reflected in its growing renewable diesel production and sales.
From a financial perspective, Valeros revenue growth, operating cash flow, and return on invested capital (ROIC) are essential metrics to assess its financial health. The companys debt-to-equity ratio and interest coverage ratio are also important indicators of its financial leverage and ability to meet its debt obligations. Furthermore, Valeros dividend yield and payout ratio can be used to evaluate its attractiveness to income-seeking investors.
Valeros strategic focus on refining and renewable energy positions the company for long-term success in a rapidly evolving energy landscape. As a major player in the oil and gas refining and marketing industry, Valero is well-positioned to capitalize on trends such as increasing demand for low-carbon fuels and improving refining margins. The companys commitment to operational excellence and customer satisfaction is reflected in its strong brand presence and extensive distribution network.
VLO Stock Overview
| Market Cap in USD | 48,272m |
| Sub-Industry | Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing |
| IPO / Inception | 1982-01-04 |
VLO Stock Ratings
| Growth Rating | 64.1% |
| Fundamental | 37.7% |
| Dividend Rating | 63.1% |
| Return 12m vs S&P 500 | 5.78% |
| Analyst Rating | 4.29 of 5 |
VLO Dividends
| Dividend Yield 12m | 3.08% |
| Yield on Cost 5y | 11.05% |
| Annual Growth 5y | 1.77% |
| Payout Consistency | 68.2% |
| Payout Ratio | 90.1% |
VLO Growth Ratios
| Growth Correlation 3m | 47.9% |
| Growth Correlation 12m | 34.1% |
| Growth Correlation 5y | 88.2% |
| CAGR 5y | 18.63% |
| CAGR/Max DD 3y | 0.45 |
| CAGR/Mean DD 3y | 1.19 |
| Sharpe Ratio 12m | 1.13 |
| Alpha | 0.00 |
| Beta | 0.982 |
| Volatility | 31.50% |
| Current Volume | 2919.3k |
| Average Volume 20d | 2394.3k |
| Stop Loss | 157.7 (-3%) |
| Signal | 1.79 |
Piotroski VR‑10 (Strict, 0-10) 4.0
| Net Income (764.0m TTM) > 0 and > 6% of Revenue (6% = 7.43b TTM) |
| FCFTA 0.06 (>2.0%) and ΔFCFTA -4.75pp (YES ≥ +1.0pp, WARN ≥ +0.5pp) |
| NWC/Revenue 7.37% (prev 6.28%; Δ 1.09pp) (YES ≤20% & Δ≤-1pp; WARN ≤25% & Δ≤0 oder ≤40% & Δ≤-3pp) |
| CFO/TA 0.07 (>3.0%) and CFO 4.25b > Net Income 764.0m (YES >=105%, WARN >=100%) |
| Net Debt (6.11b) to EBITDA (4.28b) ratio: 1.43 <= 3.0 (WARN <= 3.5) |
| Current Ratio 1.62 (target 1.5–3.0; WARN 1.2–<1.5 or >3.0–5.0; CFO/TA gate active) |
| Outstanding Shares last Quarter (312.0m) change vs 12m ago -3.70% (target <= -2.0% for YES) |
| Gross Margin 2.49% (prev 6.44%; Δ -3.95pp) >=18% & Δ>=+0.5pp (WARN >=15% & Δ>=0) |
| Asset Turnover 201.2% (prev 220.2%; Δ -18.99pp) >=50% & Δ>=+2pp (WARN >=35% & Δ>=0) |
| Interest Coverage Ratio 2.51 (EBITDA TTM 4.28b / Interest Expense TTM 554.0m) >= 6 (WARN >= 3) |
Altman Z'' 5.19
| (A) 0.15 = (Total Current Assets 23.80b - Total Current Liabilities 14.68b) / Total Assets 59.43b |
| (B) 0.78 = Retained Earnings (Balance) 46.42b / Total Assets 59.43b |
| (C) 0.02 = EBIT TTM 1.39b / Avg Total Assets 61.52b |
| (D) 1.41 = Book Value of Equity 45.88b / Total Liabilities 32.49b |
| Total Rating: 5.19 = (6.56 * A) + (3.26 * B) + (6.72 * C) + (1.05 * D) |
ValueRay F-Score (Strict, 0-100) 37.72
| 1. Piotroski 4.0pt = -1.0 |
| 2. FCF Yield 6.88% = 3.44 |
| 3. FCF Margin 3.02% = 0.76 |
| 4. Debt/Equity 0.44 = 2.40 |
| 5. Debt/Ebitda 2.49 = -0.94 |
| 6. ROIC - WACC (= -4.86)% = -6.07 |
| 7. RoE 3.14% = 0.26 |
| 8. Rev. Trend -91.22% = -6.84 |
| 9. EPS Trend -85.86% = -4.29 |
What is the price of VLO shares?
Over the past week, the price has changed by +0.50%, over one month by +18.88%, over three months by +19.03% and over the past year by +25.59%.
Is Valero Energy a good stock to buy?
Based on momentum, paid dividends and discounted-cash-flow analyses, the fair value of VLO is around 166.68 USD . This means that VLO is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of 2.48%.
Is VLO a buy, sell or hold?
- Strong Buy: 10
- Buy: 7
- Hold: 4
- Sell: 0
- Strong Sell: 0
What are the forecasts/targets for the VLO price?
| Issuer | Target | Up/Down from current |
|---|---|---|
| Wallstreet Target Price | 157.1 | -3.4% |
| Analysts Target Price | 157.1 | -3.4% |
| ValueRay Target Price | 185.2 | 13.8% |
Last update: 2025-09-06 04:51
VLO Fundamental Data Overview
CCE Cash And Equivalents = 4.54b USD (last quarter)
P/E Trailing = 62.4056
P/E Forward = 15.456
P/S = 0.4107
P/B = 2.0047
P/EG = 5.064
Beta = 1.074
Revenue TTM = 123.78b USD
EBIT TTM = 1.39b USD
EBITDA TTM = 4.28b USD
Long Term Debt = 10.27b USD (from longTermDebt, last quarter)
Short Term Debt = 382.0m USD (from shortTermDebt, last quarter)
Debt = 10.65b USD (Calculated: Short Term 382.0m + Long Term 10.27b)
Net Debt = 6.11b USD (from netDebt column, last quarter)
Enterprise Value = 54.38b USD (48.27b + Debt 10.65b - CCE 4.54b)
Interest Coverage Ratio = 2.51 (Ebit TTM 1.39b / Interest Expense TTM 554.0m)
FCF Yield = 6.88% (FCF TTM 3.74b / Enterprise Value 54.38b)
FCF Margin = 3.02% (FCF TTM 3.74b / Revenue TTM 123.78b)
Net Margin = 0.62% (Net Income TTM 764.0m / Revenue TTM 123.78b)
Gross Margin = 2.49% ((Revenue TTM 123.78b - Cost of Revenue TTM 120.70b) / Revenue TTM)
Tobins Q-Ratio = 1.19 (Enterprise Value 54.38b / Book Value Of Equity 45.88b)
Interest Expense / Debt = 1.32% (Interest Expense 141.0m / Debt 10.65b)
Taxrate = 18.71% (692.0m / 3.70b)
NOPAT = 1.13b (EBIT 1.39b * (1 - 18.71%))
Current Ratio = 1.62 (Total Current Assets 23.80b / Total Current Liabilities 14.68b)
Debt / Equity = 0.44 (Debt 10.65b / last Quarter total Stockholder Equity 24.08b)
Debt / EBITDA = 2.49 (Net Debt 6.11b / EBITDA 4.28b)
Debt / FCF = 2.85 (Debt 10.65b / FCF TTM 3.74b)
Total Stockholder Equity = 24.33b (last 4 quarters mean)
RoA = 1.29% (Net Income 764.0m, Total Assets 59.43b )
RoE = 3.14% (Net Income TTM 764.0m / Total Stockholder Equity 24.33b)
RoCE = 4.02% (Ebit 1.39b / (Equity 24.33b + L.T.Debt 10.27b))
RoIC = 3.23% (NOPAT 1.13b / Invested Capital 35.03b)
WACC = 8.08% (E(48.27b)/V(58.92b) * Re(9.63%)) + (D(10.65b)/V(58.92b) * Rd(1.32%) * (1-Tc(0.19)))
Shares Correlation 3-Years: -100.00 | Cagr: -2.01%
Discount Rate = 9.63% (= CAPM, Blume Beta Adj.)
[DCF Debug] Terminal Value 67.79% ; FCFE base≈5.05b ; Y1≈3.94b ; Y5≈2.55b
Fair Price DCF = 118.7 (DCF Value 36.86b / Shares Outstanding 310.7m; 5y FCF grow -26.19% → 3.0% )
EPS Correlation: -85.86 | EPS CAGR: -33.97% | SUE: 2.53 | # QB: 3
Revenue Correlation: -91.22 | Revenue CAGR: -13.44% | SUE: N/A | # QB: None
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