Vistra Corp
S&P 500VST/Utilities · Utilities - Independent Power Producers/NYSE
Dividend Yield
0.54%
$0.91 · Annual Dividend
Dividend Safety Rating
VST's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 15.2% earnings payout ratio & 27.3% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 2.1x interest coverage & 0.9x current ratio. The dividend has been growing at a 10.81% 5-year CAGR. As a utility, higher payout ratios and leverage are typical for this regulated sector.
Based on 15 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 15.2%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
- FCF Payout Ratio: 27.3%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
- CFO Payout Ratio: 17.1%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.
Risks
- Dividend Cut: YesDividend was cut or suspended in recent history.
- Interest Coverage: 2.1xInterest coverage is thin relative to debt servicing.
- Current Ratio: 0.9xLimited short-term liquidity to meet obligations.
Payout & Coverage
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CautionAbout Vistra Corp
Vistra Corp. is a leading Fortune 500 integrated retail electricity and power generation company based in Irving, Texas. It operates as one of the largest competitive power generators in the U.S., with a diverse portfolio encompassing natural gas, nuclear, coal, solar, and battery energy storage facilities, serving major wholesale markets from California to Maine. Vistra retails electricity and natural gas to approximately 5 million residential, commercial, and industrial customers across multiple states and the District of Columbia through brands like TXU Energy, Dynegy, Ambit, Homefield Energy, U.S. Gas & Electric, and Energy Harbor. The company engages in electricity generation, wholesale energy trading, commodity risk management, fuel production, and logistics. It emphasizes reliability, affordability, and sustainability, with a significant focus on zero-carbon resources including the second-largest fleet of competitive nuclear plants, substantial battery storage, and growing solar capacity. Vistra's operations span segments such as Retail, Texas, East, West, and Asset Closure, positioning it as a key player in the U.S. energy sector.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
0.54%
Annual Dividend
$0.91
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
15.15%
FCF Payout Ratio
27.29%
52-Week Range
$132.66 - $219.82
Dividend History (2016–2025)
VST annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
VST earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Last Ex-Dividend Date
June 22, 2026
Next Payment Date
June 30, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
7.60%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
10.81%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
0.00%
3-Year Total Growth
24.59%
5-Year Total Growth
67.04%
10-Year Total Growth
0.00%
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