Why These Energy Stocks are Gaining This Week

8. Vista Energy, S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE:VIST)

Share Price Gains Between Oct. 17 and Oct. 24: 13.02%

Vista Energy, S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE:VIST) is a leading independent operator, with its main assets in Vaca Muerta, the largest shale oil and shale gas play under development outside North America.

Vista Energy, S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE:VIST) reported a strong performance in its Q3 2025 results announced on October 23, beating estimates in both earnings and revenue. Notably, the company reported a 74% YoY surge in total production, reaching 126,752 barrels of oil equivalent per day (boe/d), primarily driven by operational success in the Bajada del Palo Oeste and La Amarga Chica fields.

As a result, despite a decrease in oil prices, Vista Energy, S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE:VIST)’s total revenue increased by an impressive 53% compared to the same period last year, while its adjusted EBITDA also grew by 52% YoY. However, the company still recorded a negative free cash flow of $28.8 million due to high capital expenditure.