
Marathon and Valero have surged more than 150% this year, and the valuations look surprisingly reasonable at first glance. But analysts are flashing a warning sign that retirement investors chasing these stocks right now may be missing entirely.
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Marathon and Valero have surged more than 150% this year, and the valuations look surprisingly reasonable at first glance. But analysts are flashing a warning sign that retirement investors chasing these stocks right now may be missing entirely.

Does Valero Energy (VLO) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

Valero Energy Corporation (NYSE:VLO) has been on a strong rally this year, fuelled by an unusually sharp surge in global refining margins. The ongoing disruptions have curtailed refining capacity worldwide and tightened supplies of gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel. The American refiner has more than doubled in value since the beginning of 2026, posting gains […]

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) is down by -0.19% today, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down by -0.64%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down by -0.08%. E-mini S&P futures (ESU26 ) are down -0.21%, and September E-mini...

VLO, SNDR and OSCR made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) growth stocks list on September 15th, 2026.

ExxonMobil (XOM) stock has gained about 52% over the past year and now trades right at the top of its 52-week range. Anyone buying here is paying for something still ahead. The clearest candidate sits offshore Guyana, where the company has just finished earning back what it put in.

VLO's heavy-crude sourcing edge, tight refining capacity and strong balance sheet support its appeal despite a premium valuation.

HP, Dell Technologies, and Valero Energy shares surged to annual highs last week amid industry-specific catalysts and growing Wall Street optimism.

PARR's 148% one-year surge is backed by a flexible crude mix, strong refining margins and a 3.50x EV/EBITDA valuation below the industry average.

NESR, VLO and MNDY made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) growth stocks list on September 11, 2026.
Chevron, ConocoPhillips, and Valero Energy stocks surged to annual highs as Brent crude prices rallied past $101 a barrel on Wednesday.

VLO, MNDY and BP made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) growth stocks list on September 9, 2026.
Investing.com -- U.S. stock futures fell early Tuesday, kicking off a shortened trading week as Wall Street monitored the U.S.-Iran conflict alongside rising trade tensions between Canada and the U.S. Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.8% by 05:30 ET (09:30 GMT). S&P 500 futures fell 0.3% and Nasdaq-100 futures slipped 0.1%. U.S. markets were closed Monday for Labor Day.

Valero Energy has surged past the Dow Jones recently, and analysts remain moderately bullish about the stock’s prospects.

MPC's 138.6% YTD surge is backed by strong refining execution, high-return projects and robust cash flow, though cyclical risks remain.

CNC, VLO, and MNDY it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) growth stocks list on September 3rd, 2026.

DK enters second-half 2026 with stronger refining profits, no planned turnarounds and EOP gains boosting cash-flow potential.

CNC, VLO, and LCUT it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) growth stocks list on September 2nd, 2026.

Canadian Natural Resources rose 2.5% on Tuesday. The stock is inching toward a handle buy point of 51.48.

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) is down by -0.42% today, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down by -0.55%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down by -0.23%. E-mini S&P futures (ESU26 ) are down -0.40%, and September E-mini...

CNC, VLO, and MNDY it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) growth stocks list on August 31, 2026.

CNC, ENS and VLO made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) growth stocks list on August 27th, 2026.

MPC offers a cheaper valuation and MPLX stability, but VLO's stronger balance sheet and momentum give it the edge in this refiner face-off.

The average brokerage recommendation (ABR) for Valero Energy (VLO) is equivalent to a Buy. The overly optimistic recommendations of Wall Street analysts make the effectiveness of this highly sought-after metric questionable. So, is it worth buying the stock?

CNC, ENS and VLO made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) growth stocks list on August 25th, 2026.

Delek's cash flow is improving as refining margins and optimization efforts gain traction, while low valuation, leverage and regulatory uncertainty shape the case.

PSX could benefit from tight global fuel supplies, low inventories and high crack spreads, even as WTI above $85 raises refiners' input costs.

CNC, ENS and VLO made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) growth stocks list on August 21st, 2026.
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