Rokos Capital Management 13F: New $49M Stake in VLO

Rokos Capital Management has taken a new position in Valero Energy Corporation (NYSE: VLO), according to a Form 13F filing. The fund acquired 186,570 shares valued at approximately $48.3 million, reflecting its confidence in the energy giant as of the latest reporting period.

What Changed in Rokos Capital Management's Valero Energy Position

Rokos Capital Management's new position in Valero Energy marks its entry into the stock, with an acquisition of 186,570 shares. This move reflects a significant investment valued at about $48.3 million, based on the company's cost basis of $207.28 per share.

Other Institutional Activity in Valero Energy

Other institutional investors have also been active in Valero Energy. BlackRock, Inc. reduced its holdings by 96,505 shares, ending with 26,012,463 shares valued at approximately $6.43 billion. Vanguard Capital Management LLC initiated a position with 19,625,291 shares worth about $4.85 billion. State Street Corp increased its stake by 1,437,811 shares to a total of 19,615,002 shares, valued at around $4.85 billion. Meanwhile, FMR LLC boosted its holdings by 1,609,265 shares, reaching 8,369,765 shares valued at approximately $2.07 billion.

Valero Energy Corporation Stock Down 41.4%

Shares of Valero Energy Corporation (NYSE: VLO) are trading near $258.67. The company has a market cap of about $76.8 billion, a P/E ratio of 18.9, and a forward P/E of 12.1. Valero's stock has ranged from a 52-week low of $130.78 to a high of $265.61. Its 50-day moving average is $245.71, while the 200-day moving average is $199.12. The company maintains a current ratio of 1.58 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 42.66.

Recent Earnings

Valero Energy reported revenue of $117.84 billion, with a growth rate of 6.6%. The company's net margin stands at 3.57%, and its return on equity is 15.85%. The next earnings report is expected on July 30, 2026.

Dividend

Valero Energy pays an annual dividend of $4.80, yielding 1.86% with a payout ratio of 33.53%. The ex-dividend date was not specified.

Insider Buying and Selling at Valero Energy Corporation

Recent insider activity at Valero Energy includes a sale by SVP Eric Fisher, who sold 7,500 shares on May 18, 2026, at an average price of $251.61. On the buy side, several board members, including Randall Weisenburger and Kimberly Greene, each purchased 939 shares on May 7, 2026.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On June 12, 2026, Morgan Stanley maintained its hold rating on Valero Energy with a price target of $255. Mizuho also maintained a hold rating with a target of $289 on May 27, 2026. Citigroup kept its hold rating with a $259 target on May 1, 2026. Overall, 19 analysts have a consensus 'buy' recommendation with a mean price target of $261.21.

About Valero Energy Corporation

Valero Energy Corporation is a leading international manufacturer and marketer of transportation fuels and petrochemical products. Headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, Valero operates through its Refining, Renewable Diesel, and Ethanol segments. The company produces and sells a wide variety of products, including gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, and renewable fuels under various brand names. Valero employs approximately 9,785 people and is led by CEO Mr. R. Lane Riggs.

Bottom Line

Rokos Capital Management's new investment in Valero Energy signals confidence in the company's prospects. Investors often track such 13F filings to gauge institutional interest, though it's important to remember these filings reflect past positions. Valero's solid financials and analyst ratings suggest continued interest in its stock.