Vistra Corp Slumps to 148th in Trading Volume Despite $1.9 Billion Acquisition

On May 20, 2025, Vistra Corp. (VST) experienced a significant decline in trading volume, with a total of $538 million in shares traded, marking a 33.01% decrease from the previous day. This placed Vistra at the 148th position in terms of trading volume for the day. The stock price of Vistra also decreased by 0.18%.

Vistra Corp. has recently made a strategic move by acquiring seven natural gas power plants from Lotus Infrastructure Partners for a total consideration of $1.9 billion. This acquisition is part of Vistra's broader strategy to meet the growing demand for energy and expand its operational capabilities. The purchase of these power plants is expected to enhance Vistra's ability to provide reliable and efficient energy solutions to its customers.