VST is trading at $166.06 (+4.9%) following a Q1 2026 earnings report that exceeded analyst expectations and included a reaffirmation of full-year guidance.
- The company reported revenue of $5.64B against the $5.41B estimate, while Ongoing Operations Adjusted EBITDA grew 20.5% year-over-year to $1.494B.
- Net income reached $1.03B for the quarter, with the stock serving as a primary market driver during a session characterized by light economic data and modestly higher futures.