Vistra Profit Margin

Vistra (VST) currently reports a profit margin of 15.6% as of September 2026. That compares with 5.3% in the prior-year period — up 194.5% year over year. That is above the Utilities sector average of 12.16%. Use the charts on this page to explore Vistra's profit margin history and peer comparisons.

Vistra's profit margin increased from 5.3% to 15.6% — a 194.5% year-over-year increase (period ending September 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.

Vistra's profit margin of 15.6% is higher than the Utilities sector average of 12.16%. That is roughly 28.3% above the sector mean. A reading higher peers can reflect different growth expectations, capital structure, or profitability — so it is worth checking the peer comparison chart before drawing conclusions.

There is no universal 'good' profit margin, but Vistra's current 15.6% should be judged against Utilities norms (sector average: 12.16%) and against VST's own history. Strong, stable readings often indicate durable competitive advantage; volatile or declining ones deserve a closer look at margins and capital efficiency.

Start with the current profit margin of 15.6%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Utilities average is 12.16%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Vistra, and consider following VST for alerts when major investors trade the stock.