Vista Energy, S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE:VIST) is included among The $200 Oil Playbook: 10 Energy Stocks Positioned to Outperform as the Strait Remains Closed.

Vista Energy, S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE:VIST) is a leading independent operator with its main assets in Vaca Muerta, the largest shale oil and shale gas play under development outside North America.

Vista Energy, S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE:VIST) received a lift on March 4 when Goldman Sachs raised its price target on the stock from $53.20 to $66.90, while maintaining a ‘Buy’ rating on the shares.

Vista Energy, S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE:VIST) also stands to benefit from the recent surge in crude oil prices amid the war in the Middle East. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has choked around a fifth of the global crude oil supply, creating an opportunity for Western operators like Vista. Moreover, the Brent crude oil price remains above the $100 per barrel mark as of the writing of this piece, providing a serious cash flow boost to the South American company.

Vista Energy, S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE:VIST) was also recently included in our list of the 12 Best Crude Oil Stocks to Buy as Tensions Rise.

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