Shares of Valero Energy Corporation (VLO) rose 3.31% to $187.09 in intraday trading on Friday, reaching a new 52-week high of $194.50. The surge followed a fourth-quarter report where earnings significantly exceeded analyst expectations. The stock has traded in a 52-week range of $99.00 to $194.50, reflecting a 36% total shareholder return over the past year.
Company Description
Valero Energy Corporation is the world’s largest independent petroleum refiner. It operates 15 refineries with a 3.2 million barrel-per-day capacity across the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. It is also a global leader in low-carbon fuels, operating 12 ethanol plants and holding a 50% stake in Diamond Green Diesel, the world’s second-largest renewable diesel producer.
Current Stock Price
$187.09
Market Capitalization
$56.25 billion
Valuation
Valero trades at a Forward P/E of 17.9x based on 2026 consensus estimates. While this is a premium to the refining sector’s average of 11.8x, it is lower than the TTM P/E of 38.05x, which was impacted by one-time depreciation charges.