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VSTVistra Corp.
$168.97
Analysis updated: Jan 16, 2026

Investment Thesis

VST is a market laggard (RS 37/99, Top 63%) with declining fundamentals. avoid chasing - protect capital. Smart traders skip this one until the setup improves.

Weak relative strength + ordinary growth = Pass

Key Takeaways

Earnings Momentum

+279%
Q4'24
$1.13
-288%
Q1'25
$-0.93
-8%
Q2'25
$0.83
-98%
Q3'25
$0.11
Earnings Declining

Price Structure

Broken Structure
Price
$168.97
50 DMA
$171.04
100 DMA
$185.28
150 DMA
$187.94
200 DMA
$175.54
Alignment Score: 1/4

VST Price Chart

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50 DMA150 DMA200 DMA
LEADERSHIP TEST FAILED

RS Rating 37/99 is in Bottom 37% of market. Minervini target: Top 20% (RS 80+)

Why Not BUY Yet?

RS Rating
37 (Top 63%)>80 (Top 20%)
EPS Growth
-98%>25% Qtr YoY
Pattern
No base formingVCP or constructive base
Trend
Weak DowntrendAbove 200 DMA
Breakout Status
-0.9% from entry ($170.51)Breakout confirmation (hold above entry)

What Would Change Our Mind?

To turn bullish on VST, we need:

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Technical Health

RS Rating
37/99
Top 63% (Need 80+)
Trend
Weak Downtrend
Below 200 DMA
RSI (14)
54
NEUTRAL
VCP Setup
COOL
Score: 2/9
Volume
3.9M
-18% vs avg
From Entry
-0.9%
$170.51

Fundamental Horsepower

EPS Qtr YoY
-98%
Declining
EPS 3Y CAGR
N/A
Annual Earnings
Revenue Qtr
-10%
DECLINING
F-Score
7/9
Piotroski Quality
ROE
49%
Return on Equity
EPS Rank
18/99
Percentile

Trade Plan

Struggling

Broke out 1 year ago at $170.51 — -1% below entry.

Breakout underperforming. Wait for price to reclaim entry or form a new base.

Breakout Date2025-01-14367 days ago
Entry Was$170.51Breakout price
Loss Since-1%From entry
Wait For$170.51Reclaim entry or new base

If/Then Playbook

IF: RS Rating improves to >80
THEN: Re-evaluate for WATCHLIST
IF: Price closes below 200 DMA
THEN: Remove from radar entirely
IF: EPS growth accelerates to >40% next quarter
THEN: Reassess as potential turnaround

Key Price Levels

Resistance

  • 50 DMA$171.04+1.2%
  • 200 DMA$175.54+3.9%
  • 52W High$219.82+30.1%
Current$168.97

Support

  • 20 DMA$163.64-3.2%
  • 52W Low$90.51-46.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

Is VST stock a buy now?

VST is a market laggard (RS 37/99, Top 63%) with declining fundamentals. avoid chasing - protect capital. Smart traders skip this one until the setup improves.

What is the buy point for VST?

VST broke out at $170.51 12 month(s) ago but is now -1% below entry. Wait for new base pattern.

What is VST's RS Rating?

VST has an RS Rating of 37/99, meaning it's in the Top 63% of all stocks for relative price performance over the past 12 months. Minervini recommends RS 80+ for momentum trades.

Important Disclosure: This analysis is for educational and informational purposes only. Technical and fundamental indicators are based on historical data and do not guarantee future performance. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Always conduct your own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.