Why These Energy Stocks are Gaining This Week

7. Vistra Corp. (NYSE:VST)

Share Price Gains Between Apr. 23 – Apr. 30: 8.02%

Vistra Corp. (NYSE:VST) is the largest competitive power generator in the US with a capacity of approximately 41,000 megawatts.

The share price of Vistra Corp. (NYSE:VST) has surged over the last week following the announcement of better-than-expected results by some American tech giants, easing concerns about a potential slowdown in AI demand and the data-center business.

Moreover, Vistra Corp. (NYSE:VST) significantly expanded its footprint with the acquisition of Energy Harbor in March. The deal added 4 GW of nuclear generation capacity to the company’s portfolio, making it the owner of the second-largest competitive nuclear fleet in America.

Vistra Corp. (NYSE:VST) is included among the 10 Best Nuclear Energy Stocks to Buy According to Billionaires.