VLO Stock: Insider Activity, Filings & Research
Drillr aggregates AI research, SEC filings, earnings signals and alt-data for VLO. Showing the latest 20 of 21 published articles.
Insider Activity
Over the trailing 90-day window, VLO insiders engaged in three open-market sales totaling $3.8M with zero purchases, generating a net insider selling position and an insider sentiment score of 0/100. Notable transactions include three sales by Fisher Eric A, SVP, consisting of two larger dispositions ($1.9M each on 2026-03-12 and 2026-05-20) and a smaller sale ($47.7K on 2026-03-12). The stock appreciated 18.6% during the period, while institutional 13F holders showed accumulation activity. The absence of insider buying and concentration of selling by a single officer suggests limited conviction from the insider group despite recent price appreciation.
Updated Jun 4, 2026 · based on SEC Form 4 filings · not investment advice
| Date | Insider | Type | Shares | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 20, 2026 | Fisher Eric Aofficer: SVP | Sell | 7,500 | $251.61 |
| May 11, 2026 | Majoras Deborah Pdirector | Grant | 939 | — |
| May 11, 2026 | Greene Kimberly S,director | Grant | 939 | — |
| May 11, 2026 | Mullins Eric D.director | Grant | 939 | — |
| May 11, 2026 | EBERHART PAULETTdirector | Grant | 939 | — |
| May 11, 2026 | WILKINS RAYFORD JRdirector | Grant | 939 | — |
| May 11, 2026 | Ffolkes Marie Adirector | Grant | 939 | — |
| May 11, 2026 | Reymond Robert Ldirector | Grant | 939 | — |
| May 11, 2026 | WEISENBURGER RANDALL Jdirector | Grant | 939 | — |
| May 11, 2026 | Diaz Fred Mdirector | Grant | 939 | — |
| May 7, 2026 | Greene Kimberly S,director | Option | 1,381 | — |
| May 7, 2026 | EBERHART PAULETTdirector | Option | 1,381 | — |
| May 7, 2026 | WEISENBURGER RANDALL Jdirector | Option | 1,381 | — |
| May 7, 2026 | WILKINS RAYFORD JRdirector | Option | 1,381 | — |
| May 7, 2026 | Mullins Eric D.director | Option | 1,381 | — |
Source: VLO SEC Form 4 filings, latest May 20, 2026. For informational purposes only — not investment advice.
Research
SHEL: Hormuz Blockade Tightens LNG Supply for Majors
The Hormuz blockade creates a bifurcated outcome: LNG producers with Middle East assets (Shell, ExxonMobil, TotalEnergies) face 2-3 quarter supply disruptions and margin compression, while refining-heavy majors and integrated producers with refining exposure benefit from crude-product spread widening. Consensus has treated all majors symmetrically on Brent upside, missing the structural divergence. LNG-heavy names should underperform the refining basket by 5-10% over the next 2-3 quarters.
SHELXOMCVXAirlines' Jet Fuel Costs Dwarf Refiners' Crack Spread Gains by 3:1 Margin
Persistent $150 crude jet fuel prices create a zero-sum margin transfer: airlines lose 8-10% operating income while refiners gain 12-15%. The market's focus on passenger surcharges misses the structural asymmetry. Long VLO/MPC paired with AAL/LUV targets +10-15% relative return over 3-6 months, breaking if jet fuel reverts to $90 by September or airlines outperform refiners by 5%+ over 120 days.
AALDALLUVWhich US Refiners Reap Most From Record Margins as Jet Fuel Doubles?
Record refining margins and jet fuel spikes position VLO, MPC and PSX for 15-25% Q2 beats, overlooked in consensus models. Coastal giants lead on complexity and scale versus mid-tiers. Falsifies on crack collapse below $15/bbl by Q3 end.
MPCPSXHFCEurope's 21-Hour Trading Days Are Boosting VLO, XOM & CVX Margins
Europe's surging energy market volatility, with traders facing 21-hour days per Bloomberg, spills over to boost US refining margins for Valero, Exxon, and Chevron while supercharging commodities trading at Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan. Recent financials show resilient FCF and margins, with VLO leading price gains at +43% over 3M. Bullish: Buy the dip for volatility-fueled profits.
XOMCVXGS$4 Gas Alert: MPC, VLO Surge While Ford and Costco Face the Squeeze
Strait of Hormuz threats fuel $4 gas fears, supercharging refiner margins for MPC and VLO while hitting Ford's truck sales and testing Costco's pricing power. Integrated majors XOM and CVX offer balanced upside amid volatility.
MPCXOMCVXIran Hormuz Tolls Threaten 20% of Oil Supply — XOM and CVX Top Winners as Asia Pivots
Iran's threatened Hormuz tolls on 20% of global oil flows are accelerating Asia's pivot to US exporters via barter deals. XOM and CVX top the winners with massive FCF and production ramps, while COP and refiners like MPC follow. Ranked conviction favors integrated upstream leaders amid tightening supply.
XOMCVXCOPUS Crude Exports Hit Record Highs: XOM Leads 6 Winners From Asia's Iran Pivot
US crude exports hit records on April 9 amid Iran disruptions, boosting exporters like XOM and CVX with Asian ties. Analysis ranks six majors by exposure, financials, and valuation, naming XOM the top pick.
XOMCVXCOPIran Asset Unfreeze Flips the Energy Trade — Refiners VLO and MPC Beat XOM and CVX
The U.S. release of frozen Iranian assets signals potential oil price relief, favoring refiners like VLO and MPC over upstream giants XOM, CVX, OXY, and COP in an energy paradox. Upstream has surged on conflict fears, but de-escalation exposes margin squeezes. Ranked picks highlight refiner upside at attractive valuations.
XOMCVXOXYS&P 500 Best Week Since November: NBIS Soared 37%, ULTA Dropped 19%
Anchored in the S&P 500's best week since November 2025, this analyzes cross-sector standouts: AI leaders NBIS, MU, TSEM soared 13-37% in days, energy VLO gained 8%, while ULTA and FICO dropped 19% each. Ranks NBIS top for conviction amid rotation rally.
NBISTSEMMUHormuz Blockade: COP, XOM Surge as VLO Eyes Margin Windfall — WMT Holds Firm
US Hormuz blockade announcement on April 12, 2026, propelled oil over $100/bbl, favoring upstream leaders like COP and XOM while WMT and UNP showcase resilience. Energy stocks rally amid a severed historical correlation, with refiners like VLO poised for margin expansion. Ranked picks prioritize pure-play exposure at attractive multiples.
XOMCVXCOPVenezuela Sanctions Lifted: VLO, MPC Get Cheap Crude Boost — COP and OXY Face Pressure
US sanctions relief on Venezuelan official Rodríguez paves way for heavy crude ramp, favoring Gulf refiners (VLO, MPC, PSX) via cheaper feedstock while pressuring shale producers (COP, OXY). Integrated XOM holds steady. Top picks: refiners at attractive multiples amid tight global capacity.
MPCPSXCOPRefining Margins Hit Record Highs — VLO, MPC, and PSX Are the Biggest Winners
As global refining margins reach unprecedented highs, US downstream energy companies are positioned to benefit significantly. This article analyzes key players like Valero Energy, Marathon Petroleum, and Phillips 66, highlighting their financial performance and growth potential in this favorable market environment.
MPCPSXHFCUS Naphtha Export Boom Lifts VLO and PSX 40% YTD — Can Refiners Run Further?
Trump-linked geopolitical actions have supercharged US naphtha exports, boosting Valero and Phillips 66 margins amid 40% YTD stock gains. Strong Q4 financials, high utilizations, and export infrastructure position refiners for multi-quarter profits. Bullish stance with $200+ targets.
PSXXLERecord US Fuel Exports Crush VLO and MPC Rivals — While UPS and FDX Pay the Price
Record March US fuel exports to Europe/Asia amid Middle East gaps boost refiner margins for VLO, MPC, PSX, while diesel costs pressure FDX, UPS, CSX. MPC tops conviction list at 17.8x P/E with midstream tailwinds; UPS lags with -17% 1Y return.
MPCPSXFDXUS Fuel Exports Hit Record High: Why VLO and MPC Are Primed for the Margin Boom
Record March US fuel exports to Europe/Asia amid Middle East gaps have ignited global refining margins, favoring Gulf Coast-heavy US refiners like VLO and MPC. We analyze six downstream leaders, ranking conviction based on export access, costs, and valuations amid the crack boom.
MPCPSXDINOIran Airstrike Aftermath: Why XOM's Rally Is Stalling While LMT Keeps Climbing
US withdrawal from Iran ops hands Hormuz patrols to others, risking disruptions that funnel Asian demand to US exporters. Exxon and Chevron lead with scale and growth, while ConocoPhillips offers value; refiners like MPC and VLO gain indirectly. Ranked picks favor upstream giants amid barter trade shifts.
XOMCVXCOP$4 Gas: VLO, MPC, XOM Margin Boom — While Ford and Costco Take the Hit
U.S. gasoline at $4/gallon boosts refiners like VLO, MPC, and XOM via fat margins, while hurting Ford, Booking, and even Costco through curbed spending. Valero tops conviction for pure-play exposure at attractive multiples.
MPCXOMFS&P 500's Best Week in 4 Months: 6 Cross-Sector Winners to Buy Now
The S&P 500's strongest week in four months highlights cross-sector winners like MU, VLO, CF, NIO, NBIS, and IREN, each with strong recent gains, growth metrics, and thematic tailwinds. Ranked by conviction, they offer positioning for continued broadening. Key risks include macro slowdowns and sector rotations.
MUCFNIOOil Hits $150 on Hormuz Crisis — XOM and CVX Lead as Asia Pivots to US Supply
Hormuz crisis spikes oil to $150/bbl, boosting US exporters as Asia pivots via barter. XOM and CVX lead with integrated Asia exposure; COP/OXY follow on upstream strength. Refiners MPC/VLO gain margins but rank lower.
XOMCVXCOPOil Supply Shock: XOM, CVX Surge While UAL, DAL Face Fuel Cost Crisis
Seaborne oil cargo prices surged on April 3, 2026, amid supply disruption fears, favoring energy producers like XOM, CVX, COP, and VLO while pressuring airlines UAL and DAL. Integrated majors lead with robust FCF and growth, ranked by conviction. Watch fuel cracks and OPEC+ for thesis confirmation.
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