Investment firms like Piper Sandler and Raymond James have reaffirmed their trust in Valero Energy Corporation (VLO) by maintaining 'Overweight' rating and backing its long-term refining strength respectively. However, several organizations, such as Westwood Holdings Group, Barings LLC, and Commonwealth Equity Services, have sold or reduced their holdings in VLO. Despite this, it still remains an attractive option for investors like Vanguard Group, Empire Life Investments, and Arkadios Wealth Advisors, who have increased their stakes. VLO's Q2 2025 earnings exceeded expectations due to higher refining margins. The company survived challenges and set records in the Gulf Coast run rate, despite a drop in stock prices following a first quarter loss due to lower margins and impairment charges.
Valero has been deemed one of the top commodity producers with massive upside potential by billionaires and is one of the preferred choices for hedge fund investors. Its substantial share buyback might signal a strategic shift beyond traditional fuels, but an impairment on a refinery plant in California has also incited concerns.
The company's stock underwent a zigzag when it slid despite the Q2 beat, but remains a highlighted trend, with 88% ownership by institutional owners.
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