VLO

Valero Energy Corporation (NYSE:VLO) is one of the largest independent petroleum refiners in the United States, founded in 1980 and headquartered in San Antonio, Texas. The company emerged from a spin-off of refining assets and has grown through strategic acquisitions and expansions to become a major player in the energy sector. Valero operates an extensive network of petroleum refineries across North America and has diversified into renewable fuels production, including ethanol and renewable diesel. The company has evolved from a traditional refiner into a more integrated energy company, expanding its presence in low-carbon fuel production while maintaining its core refining operations.