Vistra Completes Acquisition of Cogentrix Energy, Expanding Diverse Generation Fleet

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    "title": "Vistra Completes Acquisition of Cogentrix Energy, Expanding Diverse Generation Fleet",
    "ticker": "NYSE:VST",
    "excerpt": "Approximately 5,500 megawatts of modern natural gas capacity in key markets enhance company's ability to meet customer needs IRVING, Texas , Oct. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Vistra Corp. (NYSE: VST ) today announced it has completed the acquisition of Cogentrix Energy, consisting of 10 modern natural gas generation facilities totaling approximately 5,500 MW of capacity, from funds managed by Quantum Capital Group. The transaction closing follows receipt of all required regulatory approvals. Combined with Vistra's existing fleet, the additional assets bring Vistra's generation portfolio to nearly 50,000 MW of capacity across the U.S. With this acquisition, Vistra further expands its diverse generation portfolio, adding efficient combined-cycle combustion turbine and cogeneration assets in some of the most attractive and fastest-growing power regions in the country: PJM, ISO New England, and ERCOT. The closing builds on Vistra's track record of completing and integrating large acquisitions, including Energy Harbor in March 2024, which added approximately 4,000 MW of nuclear generation, and seven natural gas plants from Lotus Infrastructure Partners in October 2025, which added more than 2,300 MW of capacity to Vistra's current fleet. \"Natural gas plays a critical role in meeting our nation's growing energy needs, and the Cogentrix assets are a strong strategic fit for Vistra as we...",
    "summary": "Vistra Corp. has completed its acquisition of Cogentrix Energy and its 10 natural gas generation facilities totaling roughly 5,500 MW from funds managed by Quantum Capital Group.",
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