Why These Energy Stocks Are Losing This Week

3. Vital Energy, Inc. (NYSE:VTLE)

Share Price Decline Between Mar. 27 and Apr. 3: 24.08%

Vital Energy, Inc. (NYSE:VTLE) is an independent energy company exploring, acquiring, and developing sustainable energy-producing assets and technologies.

Vital Energy, Inc. (NYSE:VTLE) has hit a 52-week low after Bank of America analyst Noah Hungness lowered its price target from $33 to $27 and kept an Underperform rating on the stock. This came after the company had a tough Q4 2024, reporting a net loss of $359.4 million, with a non-cash impairment loss significantly impacting earnings. VTLE’s revenue of $534.37 million during the quarter also fell below market expectations, despite being up 20.2% YoY.