Vistra (NEOE:ZVST) EV-to-EBIT: 6.33 (As of Aug. 28, 2026) — 66% Below Median

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NEOE:ZVST Vistra Corp NEOE:ZVST
65 GF Score
Price C$7.72
GF Value C$9.39
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Vistra EV-to-EBIT?

Vistra NEOE:ZVST 65 EV-to-EBIT is 6.33 as of Aug. 28, 2026, which is 66% below its 10-year median of 18.71. GuruFocus rates NEOE:ZVST with a GF Score™ of 65/100 and a GF Value™ of C$9.39 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 347 Utilities - Independent Power Producers companies, Vistra ranks worse than 50.72% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Vistra's Enterprise Value is C$32,991 Mil. Vistra's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was C$5,208 Mil. Therefore, Vistra's EV-to-EBIT for today is 6.33.

The historical rank and industry rank for Vistra's EV-to-EBIT or its related term are showing as below:

NEOE:ZVST' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -222.19   Med: 18.71   Max: 212.99
Current: 18.27

During the past 12 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Vistra was 212.99. The lowest was -222.19. And the median was 18.71.

NEOE:ZVST's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
50.72% of 347 companies
in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry
Industry Median: 18.05 vs NEOE:ZVST: 18.27

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Vistra's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was C$33,708 Mil. Vistra's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was C$5,208 Mil. Vistra's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 15.45%.


Vistra  (NEOE:ZVST) EV-to-EBIT Explanation

This is a more accurate valuation of companies' operation because it considers the debt and cash on its balance sheet, and non-operating items such as interest payment, tax, and one-time items are not included in the Operating Income.

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %.

Vistra's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Jun. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Jun. 2026 )
=5208.456/33707.88565
=15.45 %

Vistra's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was C$33,708 Mil.
Vistra's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was C$5,208 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.


Vistra EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Vistra EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Vistra's EV-to-EBIT can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Vistra EV-to-EBIT Chart

Vistra Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -17.64 -23.99 10.40 15.07 36.25

Vistra Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
EV-to-EBIT Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 23.03 38.83 36.25 19.30 19.96

NEOE:ZVST vs NRG, TLN, CEG: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Utilities - Independent Power Producers subindustry, Vistra's EV-to-EBIT, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBIT data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Vistra EV-to-EBIT vs Utilities - Independent Power Producers Industry

For the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry and Utilities sector, Vistra's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Vistra's EV-to-EBIT falls into.


NEOE:ZVST
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Vistra EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Vistra's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=32990.961/5208.456
=6.33

Vistra's current Enterprise Value is C$32,991 Mil.
Vistra's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was C$5,208 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-EBIT →
What does a EV-to-EBIT of 6.33 mean?
Vistra (NEOE:ZVST) has a EV-to-EBIT of 6.33 as of Aug. 28, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Vistra and its competitors. This is 66% below median its historical median of 18.71. According to the industry distribution chart, Vistra ranks #176 out of 347 companies in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, placing it in the top 50.7%.
Is Vistra's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Vistra's current EV-to-EBIT of 6.33 is 66% below median its 10-year median of 18.71. The Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry median EV-to-EBIT is 18.05. Vistra's value of 6.33 is 64.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Vistra ranks #176 out of 347 companies in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Vistra has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Vistra's EV-to-EBIT compare to NRG and TLN?
According to the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry distribution chart, Vistra ranks #176 out of 347 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Vistra in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 18.05. Vistra's value of 6.33 is 64.9% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 18.71 vs. the industry median of 18.05, Vistra has consistently been below the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBIT for an Utilities - Independent Power Producers company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Utilities - Independent Power Producers companies is 18.05, based on 347 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBIT significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBIT should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Vistra's current EV-to-EBIT of 6.33 is 64.9% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBIT mean?
A high EV-to-EBIT can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Vistra and its competitors. For the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 18.05 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Vistra's current EV-to-EBIT is 6.33, which is 66% below median its own 10-year median of 18.71. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Vistra stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Vistra (NEOE:ZVST) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is C$9.39, compared to a current price of C$7.72 — trading 17.8% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 6.33, which is 66% below median its 10-year median of 18.71 and 64.9% below the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry median of 18.05. Vistra's overall GF Score™ is 65/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBIT calculated?
EV-to-EBIT is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Vistra (NEOE:ZVST), the current EV-to-EBIT is 6.33 as of Aug. 28, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Vistra (NEOE:ZVST) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Vistra stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of C$7.72 is trading 17.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of C$9.39. GuruFocus considers Vistra to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for NEOE:ZVST:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 6.33 (66% below median its 10-year median of 18.71)
  • GF Value™: C$9.39 vs. price of C$7.72 (17.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 65/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 64.9% below the Utilities - Independent Power Producers median (#176 of 347)

No single metric tells the full story. See the NEOE:ZVST stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Vistra Business Description

Address 6555 Sierra Drive, Irving, TX, USA, 75039
Vistra Corp. is one of the largest power producers and retail energy providers in the US. It owns 44 gigawatts of generation capacity, including natural gas (27 GW), nuclear (6.5 GW), coal (8.7 GW), and solar and battery storage (1.3 GW). The Cogentrix acquisition will add 5.5 GW of gas generation. Vistra's retail electricity business serves 5 million customers in 20 states, including almost a third of all Texas electricity consumers. Vistra emerged from the Energy Future Holdings bankruptcy as a stand-alone entity in 2016.
65GF Score

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