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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/01/2025: VIST (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 25.92% | Avg. Invested days 50 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 4.71B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 10.31 | 1Y Target Price 70.45 |
Price to earnings Ratio 10.31 | 1Y Target Price 70.45 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 924324 | Beta -0.2 | 52 Weeks Range 36.01 - 61.67 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 36.01 - 61.67 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 4.63 |
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 - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 28.98% | Operating Margin (TTM) 26.57% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 11.37% | Return on Equity (TTM) 33.3% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 10.31 | Forward PE 7.48 | Enterprise Value 5328847360 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.81 |
Enterprise Value 5328847360 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.81 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.17 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 4.76 | Shares Outstanding 95285400 | Shares Floating 74866732 |
Shares Outstanding 95285400 | Shares Floating 74866732 | ||
Percent Insiders 7.98 | Percent Institutions 61.88 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 4.2 | Target Price 68.8 | Buy 4 | Strong Buy 4 |
Buy 4 | Strong Buy 4 | ||
Hold 2 | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Vista Oil Gas ADR
Company Overview
History and Background
Vista Oil & Gas, S.A.B. de C.V. (VIST) was founded in 2018 by Miguel Galuccio and is headquartered in Mexico City, Mexico. It is focused on exploration and production of oil and gas in Latin America, primarily in Argentina's Vaca Muerta shale formation.
Core Business Areas
- Exploration and Production: This segment involves discovering, developing, and producing crude oil and natural gas reserves.
- Midstream: This segment relates to oil gathering, processing and transporting.
Leadership and Structure
Miguel Galuccio is the Chairman and CEO. The company has a board of directors and operates with a functional organizational structure divided by operational segments and support functions.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Crude Oil: Vista's primary product is crude oil extracted from the Vaca Muerta shale formation. While precise market share data for Vista alone is difficult to ascertain, it's a key player in Argentina's shale oil production. Competitors include Pan American Energy, YPF, and Shell in the Vaca Muerta basin.
- Natural Gas: Vista also produces and sells natural gas. Like crude oil, it is a significant player in the Argentine gas market. Competitors are similar to those in the crude oil sector.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The oil and gas industry is heavily influenced by global supply and demand, geopolitical events, and technological advancements, especially in shale extraction. Argentina's energy sector is particularly affected by government policies and economic conditions.
Positioning
Vista is positioned as a leading independent oil and gas company focused on the Vaca Muerta shale formation. Its competitive advantages include its experience in shale development and its focus on cost efficiency.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for oil and gas in Argentina is substantial, driven by domestic consumption and export potential. Estimates vary, but forecasts generally anticipate tens of billions of dollars annually. Vista is positioned to capture a significant portion of this market through increased production and exports.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong position in Vaca Muerta shale
- Experienced management team
- Focus on cost efficiency
- Growing production volumes
Weaknesses
- Concentration of operations in Argentina
- Exposure to political and economic instability in Argentina
- Reliance on shale resources
- Price Risk
Opportunities
- Increased production from Vaca Muerta
- Expansion into other Latin American markets
- Development of midstream infrastructure
- Growing global demand for oil and gas
Threats
- Fluctuations in oil and gas prices
- Changes in government regulations
- Increased competition
- Environmental concerns and regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- YPF (YPF)
- Pan American Energy
- Shell (SHEL)
Competitive Landscape
Vista faces competition from larger, more established oil and gas companies. However, it benefits from its focused strategy and experienced management team.
Major Acquisitions
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Vista has experienced significant growth in production volumes since its inception, driven by its focus on the Vaca Muerta shale formation.
Future Projections: Analyst projections generally anticipate continued growth in production and revenue, contingent on oil and gas prices and the Argentine economy.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in drilling and infrastructure development in Vaca Muerta, as well as efforts to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.
Summary
Vista Oil & Gas is a key player in Argentina's Vaca Muerta shale formation. Its focused strategy and experienced team drive growth. However, it faces risks related to political and economic instability in Argentina and fluctuations in oil and gas prices. They will need to monitor competitiors and grow revenue to improve their market share.
Similar Companies
- YPF
- PBR
- EQNR
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings
- Analyst Reports
- Industry Publications
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is not financial advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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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 - | Website https://www.vistaenergy.com |
Full time employees - | 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. The company's principal assets located in Neuquina basin, Argentina and Vaca Muerta. It owns producing assets in Argentina and Mexico. In addition, the company involved in drilling and workover activities located 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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