VIST

Vista Energy, S.A.B. de C.V. (VIST) operates within the energy sector, specifically in the oil and gas exploration and production industry. As a mid-sized company with a market capitalization of $4.93 billion and revenue of $2.23 billion, it has established itself as a significant player in its field. The company's financial health is characterized by substantial profitability margins: gross margin stands at 79.8%, operating margin at 35.7%, and profit margin at 32.7%. Its returns on equity (37.0%) and assets (9.1%) are respectable, reflecting a level of efficiency in its operations. However, the balance sheet shows a considerable debt burden ($2.99 billion) against available cash ($320 million), resulting in a debt-to-equity ratio of 124.22. The company's valuation is underpinned by a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 7.22 and a forward P/E of 9.09, reflecting the market's expectations for future earnings growth. The revenue growth year-over-year has been substantial at 52.7%, while earnings growth has been even more pronounced at 75.0%. Notably, Vista Energy does not pay dividends to its shareholders, as indicated by a payout ratio of 0.0%.