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Vista Oil Gas ADR (VIST)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/07/2025: VIST (1-star) is a SELL. SELL since 3 days. Profits (-5.92%). Updated daily EoD!
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
10 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $71.48
1 Year Target Price $71.48
| 5 | Strong Buy |
| 4 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 27.89% | Avg. Invested days 57 | Today’s Advisory SELL |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 07/07/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 4.99B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 10.03 | 1Y Target Price 71.48 |
Price to earnings Ratio 10.03 | 1Y Target Price 71.48 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 10 | Beta -0.28 | 52 Weeks Range 32.11 - 61.67 | Updated Date 07/8/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 32.11 - 61.67 | Updated Date 07/8/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 4.67 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-07-09 | When After Market | Estimate 1.1 | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 27.23% | Operating Margin (TTM) 31.3% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 10.95% | Return on Equity (TTM) 32.69% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 10.03 | Forward PE 9.63 | Enterprise Value 5978863859 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.82 |
Enterprise Value 5978863859 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.82 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.38 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.02 | Shares Outstanding 105448000 | Shares Floating 81681026 |
Shares Outstanding 105448000 | Shares Floating 81681026 | ||
Percent Insiders 15.17 | Percent Institutions 46.09 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Vista Oil Gas ADR
Company Overview
History and Background
Vista Oil & Gas, S.A.B. de C.V. was founded in 2017 by Miguel Galuccio. It focuses on oil and gas exploration and production, primarily in the Vaca Muerta shale formation in Argentina. The company has rapidly grown to become a significant player in the region's energy sector.
Core Business Areas
- Exploration and Production: Vista focuses on the exploration, development, and production of oil and natural gas, primarily from unconventional resources.
- Midstream Operations: The company has some involvement in midstream activities, including gathering, processing, and transportation of hydrocarbons.
- Marketing: Sales of the oil and gas and its refined products
Leadership and Structure
Miguel Galuccio is the Chairman & CEO. The company has a typical corporate structure with a board of directors overseeing various operational departments.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Crude Oil: Vista's primary product is crude oil extracted from the Vaca Muerta shale. They have approximately 10% Market Share in the Vaca Muerta formation. Competitors include YPF, Shell, and Pan American Energy.
- Natural Gas: Vista also produces and sells natural gas. Market share data is not readily available for natural gas separately. Competitors include YPF, TotalEnergies, and Tecpetrol.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The oil and gas industry is subject to global commodity price fluctuations, geopolitical risks, and increasing environmental regulations. Demand is influenced by economic growth and energy consumption patterns.
Positioning
Vista is well-positioned in the Vaca Muerta shale, a large and relatively untapped resource. The company focuses on operational efficiency and cost optimization to maintain competitiveness.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global oil and gas market is valued in the trillions of dollars. Vista is positioned to grow its market share within the Vaca Muerta and potentially expand into other regions.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong position in Vaca Muerta shale
- Experienced management team
- Focus on operational efficiency
- Low-cost production
Weaknesses
- Concentration in Argentina exposes it to country-specific risks
- Exposure to commodity price volatility
- Limited diversification beyond oil and gas
- High capital expenditure requirements
Opportunities
- Expansion of Vaca Muerta production
- Development of midstream infrastructure
- Potential for international expansion
- Technological advancements in shale extraction
Threats
- Political and economic instability in Argentina
- Fluctuations in global oil and gas prices
- Increasing environmental regulations
- Competition from other oil and gas producers
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- YPF (YPF)
- Pan American Energy
Competitive Landscape
Vista benefits from low costs and focus on Vaca Muerta, but YPF's government backing gives it certain advantages. Diversification and financial stability also sets the competitors apart from Vista.
Major Acquisitions
Acquired Company Name
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 500
- Strategic Rationale: Explain the strategic reasons behind the acquisition.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth analysis requires financial data.
Future Projections: Future growth projections require analyst reports.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include increasing drilling activity in Vaca Muerta and optimizing production costs.
Summary
Vista Oil & Gas is a significant player in the Vaca Muerta shale, benefiting from low production costs. Its concentration in Argentina exposes it to economic and political risks. Increasing production and expanding midstream infrastructure are essential for continued growth. However, it must mitigate risks associated with commodity price volatility and political instability.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Industry reports
- News articles
- Analyst reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is not financial advice. Market conditions can change rapidly. Please conduct your own due diligence before making any investment decisions.
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Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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About Vista Oil Gas ADR
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Mexico City, DF, Mexico | ||
IPO Launch date 2019-07-26 | Founder, Chairman & CEO Mr. Miguel Matias Galuccio | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas E&P | Full time employees 528 | Website https://www.vistaenergy.com |
Full time employees 528 | Website https://www.vistaenergy.com | ||
Vista Energy, S.A.B. de C.V., through its subsidiaries, engages in the exploration and production of oil and gas in Latin America. It produces and sell crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids. The company's principal assets is located in Neuquina basin, Argentina and Vaca Muerta. It also owns assets located in the area of approximately 205,600 acres. In addition, the company involved in drilling and workover activities in Argentina. The company was formerly known as Vista Oil & Gas, S.A.B. de C.V. and changed its name to Vista Energy, S.A.B. de C.V. in April 2022. Vista Energy, S.A.B. de C.V. was incorporated in 2017 and is based in Mexico City, Mexico.
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