4 - VALVOLINE INC (0001674910) (Issuer)

4 - VALVOLINE INC (0001674910) (Issuer)

4 - VALVOLINE INC (0001674910) (Issuer)

LEXINGTON, Ky., Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Valvoline Inc. (NYSE:VVV), the quick, easy, trusted leader in preventive automotive maintenance, announces it intends to refranchise 38 existing Valvoline Instant Oil ChangeSM service centers to a new franchisee, Velocity Auto Care. The service centers are located in Austin, San Antonio, El Paso and west Texas. "One of our strategic priorities is accelerating our network growth," said Lori Flees, Valvoline Inc. President and Chief Executive Officer. "We are pleased to have franchisees that can expand select markets more rapidly tha

Customers can donate at participating Valvoline Instant Oil Change or Great Canadian Oil Change locations through November 30. LEXINGTON, Ky., Nov. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Valvoline Inc. (NYSE:VVV), the quick, easy, trusted leader in preventive automotive maintenance, kicks off its annual in-store fundraising campaign for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, Nov. 1-30, 2024. This marks 15 years of Valvoline Inc. supporting Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. To date, the Company has raised more than $6 million for children's hospitals. "Our team is passionate about supporti

Announces Cooperation Agreement with Shareholder Stadium Capital Board to Form a Capital Allocation Committee, Comprised of New and Tenured Directors, to Provide Analysis and Recommendations to Board Sleep Number Corporation (NASDAQ:SNBR) today announced that it has appointed Stephen E. Macadam and Hilary A. Schneider to its Board of Directors (the "Board"), effective immediately, expanding the Board to twelve members. In conjunction with the appointments, Sleep Number entered into a cooperation agreement (the "Cooperation Agreement") with Stadium Capital Management, LLC (collectively with its affiliates, "Stadium Capital"), one of the company's shareholders. Steve Macadam is the Chai

LEXINGTON, Ky., April 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Valvoline Inc. (NYSE:VVV) today announced the appointment of Jennifer Slater as an independent director to the company's Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2022. The company also announced that Stephen Kirk will retire as a member of the Board of Directors, effective June 30, 2022. With more than 25 years of global multifunctional leadership experience, Ms. Slater, who is currently the Group Vice President and General Manager, Global Original Equipment and Products at Clarios, joins the Valvoline Board with extensive knowledge

LEXINGTON, Ky., Feb. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV), a leading worldwide marketer and supplier of premium branded lubricants and automotive services, today announced the appointment of experienced financial industry leader Mahmoud (Mack) Sharaf to serve as the company's Treasurer and chief liaison to the investment community, effective immediately. As Vice President, Investor Relations and Treasurer, Sharaf will lead the combined Investor Relations and Treasury teams and be responsible for Valvoline's capital markets and capital allocation strategy, treasury operations, and investor relations. He will report to Valvoline's Chief Financial Officer, Mary Meixelsperger.

Delivers sales of $403 million, 5.8% system-wide SSS growth; Announces new CFO LEXINGTON, Ky., May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Valvoline Inc. (NYSE:VVV), the quick, easy, trusted leader in preventive automotive maintenance, today reported financial results for its second quarter ended March 31, 2025. All comparisons in this press release are made to the same prior-year period unless otherwise noted. "For the second quarter, the business performed in line with our expectations and we are encouraged by the resiliency of our business in light of the uncertain macro and tariff environ

Valvoline Inc. announces that Kevin Willis will become the Company's next Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective May 19, 2025Current CFO, Mary Meixelsperger, whose planned retirement was announced October 2024, will remain with the company through a transition periodLEXINGTON, Ky., May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Valvoline Inc. (NYSE:VVV), the quick, easy, trusted leader in preventive automotive maintenance, today announced that Kevin Willis will succeed Mary Meixelsperger as Valvoline Inc.'s Chief Financial Officer effective May 19. Willis brings significant public company experience to Valvoline including capital markets management, financial systems integrations, and operating efficiency im

LEXINGTON, Ky., April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Valvoline Inc. (NYSE:VVV), the quick, easy, trusted leader in preventive automotive maintenance, today announced that it plans to report financial results for its fiscal second quarter on May 8, 2025. A live audio webcast with analysts and investors will also be held on May 8, 2025 at 9 a.m. ET. The webcast and slide presentation will be available on the company's Investor Relations website at http://investors.valvoline.com. Shortly after the call concludes, a replay of the webcast will be available on this same website. About Val

LEXINGTON, Ky., April 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Valvoline Inc. (NYSE:VVV) today announced that the Company and Greenbriar Equity Group, L.P. ("Greenbriar") each received a Request for Additional Information and Documentary Material ("Second Request") from the U.S. Federal Trade Commission ("FTC") as part of the agency's regulatory review of Valvoline's proposed acquisition of Breeze Autocare from Greenbriar. The Second Request extends the waiting period imposed by the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976 ("HSR Act") until 30 days after Valvoline and Greenbriar h

Breeze Autocare is a strong operator of nearly 200 stores primarily operated under the Oil Changers brand across 17 statesAllows Valvoline to build scale and more quickly expand its presence in strategic marketsExpected to deliver top line sales and profit growth and enhance an already strong cash flow profileThe purchase price of approximately $625 million represents a multiple of 10.7 times Breeze Autocare's adjusted EBITDA1Transaction expected to close in fiscal Q3 2025LEXINGTON, Ky., Feb. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Valvoline Inc. (NYSE:VVV), the quick, easy, trusted leader in preventive automotive maintenance, today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Breeze Auto

Greenbriar Equity Group, L.P. ("Greenbriar") announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to sell Breeze Autocare ("Breeze" or the "Company"), a nationwide operator of quick lube and related vehicle maintenance services to Valvoline, Inc. ("Valvoline"), a leading preventive automotive maintenance provider with more than 2,000 locations across the U.S. and Canada. Founded in 1984, Breeze offers automotive quick lube, car wash, and light repair services through its differentiated "stay-in-car" model enabling quality, speed, and simplicity for its loyal customer base. Since Greenbriar's investment in 2021, Breeze has expanded its footprint via a combination of new site developmen

Delivers 11% top-line growth, 8% system-wide SSS growth, and 35 store additions LEXINGTON, Ky., Feb. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Valvoline Inc. (NYSE:VVV), the quick, easy, trusted leader in preventive automotive maintenance, today reported financial results for its first quarter ended December 31, 2024. All comparisons in this press release are made to the same prior-year period unless otherwise noted. "We are pleased with the performance to start fiscal year 2025," said Lori Flees, President and CEO.  "Our resilient and differentiated business model continues to deliver double-d

Valvoline Instant Oil ChangeSM aligns with two great athletic programs to showcase their commitment to training and expertise    LEXINGTON, Ky., Jan. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Valvoline Inc. (NYSE:VVV), the quick, easy, trusted leader in preventive automotive maintenance, today announced it is the proud sponsor of The Ohio State University Athletics and University of Tennessee Athletics. The partnership kicked off as Ohio State and Tennessee participated in the first 12-team College Football Playoff and will continue with the 2024-25 basketball and hockey seasons.    "We are ex

LEXINGTON, Ky., Jan. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Valvoline Inc. (NYSE:VVV), the quick, easy, trusted leader in preventive automotive maintenance, today announced that it plans to report financial results for its fiscal first quarter on February 6, 2025. A live audio webcast with analysts and investors will also be held on February 6, 2025 at 9 a.m. ET. The webcast and slide presentation will be available on the company's Investor Relations website at http://investors.valvoline.com. Shortly after the call concludes, a replay of the webcast will be available on this same website. A

This is the second consecutive year the company ranked first in the automotive services retailer category LEXINGTON, Ky., Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Valvoline Inc. (NYSE:VVV), the quick, easy, trusted leader in preventive automotive maintenance, has been recognized as a top franchisor in Entrepreneur's 46th annual Franchise 500®. This is the second year the company ranked as the leading automotive services retailer and 24th overall among the top 500 franchise brands for 2025. "I am proud that once again Valvoline Inc. has been recognized as the leading franchisor of automot

Delivers sales of $403 million, 5.8% system-wide SSS growth; Announces new CFO LEXINGTON, Ky., May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Valvoline Inc. (NYSE:VVV), the quick, easy, trusted leader in preventive automotive maintenance, today reported financial results for its second quarter ended March 31, 2025. All comparisons in this press release are made to the same prior-year period unless otherwise noted. "For the second quarter, the business performed in line with our expectations and we are encouraged by the resiliency of our business in light of the uncertain macro and tariff environ

LEXINGTON, Ky., April 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Valvoline Inc. (NYSE:VVV) today announced that the Company and Greenbriar Equity Group, L.P. ("Greenbriar") each received a Request for Additional Information and Documentary Material ("Second Request") from the U.S. Federal Trade Commission ("FTC") as part of the agency's regulatory review of Valvoline's proposed acquisition of Breeze Autocare from Greenbriar. The Second Request extends the waiting period imposed by the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976 ("HSR Act") until 30 days after Valvoline and Greenbriar h

Breeze Autocare is a strong operator of nearly 200 stores primarily operated under the Oil Changers brand across 17 statesAllows Valvoline to build scale and more quickly expand its presence in strategic marketsExpected to deliver top line sales and profit growth and enhance an already strong cash flow profileThe purchase price of approximately $625 million represents a multiple of 10.7 times Breeze Autocare's adjusted EBITDA1Transaction expected to close in fiscal Q3 2025LEXINGTON, Ky., Feb. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Valvoline Inc. (NYSE:VVV), the quick, easy, trusted leader in preventive automotive maintenance, today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Breeze Auto

Delivers 11% top-line growth, 8% system-wide SSS growth, and 35 store additions LEXINGTON, Ky., Feb. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Valvoline Inc. (NYSE:VVV), the quick, easy, trusted leader in preventive automotive maintenance, today reported financial results for its first quarter ended December 31, 2024. All comparisons in this press release are made to the same prior-year period unless otherwise noted. "We are pleased with the performance to start fiscal year 2025," said Lori Flees, President and CEO.  "Our resilient and differentiated business model continues to deliver double-d

This is the second consecutive year the company ranked first in the automotive services retailer category LEXINGTON, Ky., Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Valvoline Inc. (NYSE:VVV), the quick, easy, trusted leader in preventive automotive maintenance, has been recognized as a top franchisor in Entrepreneur's 46th annual Franchise 500®. This is the second year the company ranked as the leading automotive services retailer and 24th overall among the top 500 franchise brands for 2025. "I am proud that once again Valvoline Inc. has been recognized as the leading franchisor of automot

Sales of $1.6 billion and system-wide store sales of $3.1 billion each growing 12%, delivering 18th fiscal year of system-wide SSS growth Fiscal year highlights Sales from continuing operations of $1.6 billion grew 12%, driven by system-wide same-store sales (SSS) growth of 6.7%Store count increased nearly 9% YoY, bringing system-wide total to 2,010Reported income from continuing operations of $215 million grew 8% and earnings per diluted share (EPS) of $1.63 increased 33%Continuing operations adjusted EBITDA of $443 million increased 17% while adjusted EBITDA margin improved 100 bps to 27.3%, adjusted EPS of $1.57 increased 33%Returned $227 million in cash to shareholders via share repurcha

The company continues its accelerated growth toward goal of 3,500 service centers LEXINGTON, Ky., Oct. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Valvoline Inc. (NYSE:VVV), the quick, easy, trusted leader in preventive automotive maintenance, announces that in September it opened its 2,000th location under the Valvoline Instant Oil ChangeSM and Great Canadian Oil Change brands. This advances the Company's efforts to expand its network of services centers to 3,500 in the United States and Canada. "I am proud that we are bringing our quick, easy, trusted service to more customers," said Lori Flee

Delivers 12% top-line growth, 6.5% system-wide SSS growth, 33 store additions and announces refranchising of 17 stores Sales from continuing operations of $421 million grew 12%, driven by system-wide same store sales (SSS) growth of 6.5%Income from continuing operations of $48 million declined 25%, reflecting a year-over-year reduction in interest income, and earnings per diluted share (EPS) of $0.37 decreased 8%,Continuing operations adjusted EBITDA of $123 million increased 12% and adjusted EPS of $0.45 increased 5% over the prior year, which reflects a year-over-year reduction in interest incomeStore additions in the quarter totaled 33 (15 franchised and 18 company-operated) bringing tota

LEXINGTON, Ky., July 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Valvoline Inc. (NYSE:VVV), the quick, easy, trusted leader in preventive automotive maintenance, today announced that its board of directors authorized the Company to repurchase up to $400 million of its common stock. "This new share repurchase authorization reflects the confidence in our strategy and ability to generate strong free cash flow," said Lori Flees, President and CEO of Valvoline. "We remain committed to a disciplined capital allocation framework to grow the business, lower leverage within target range, and then return

Delivers 7.7% system-wide SSS growth and 38 net store additions Sales from continuing operations of $389 million grew 13%, driven by system-wide same store sales (SSS) growth of 7.7%Reported income from continuing operations of $43 million grew 32% and earnings per diluted share (EPS) of $0.33 increased 74%Continuing operations adjusted EBITDA of $105 million increased 21% and adjusted EPS of $0.37 increased 61%Net store additions in the quarter totaled 38 (14 franchised and 24 company-operated) bringing total system-wide stores to 1,928Updating guidance to narrow the range for certain key metricsLEXINGTON, Ky., May 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Valvoline Inc. (NYSE:VVV), the quick, easy, trusted

TD Cowen initiated coverage of Valvoline with a rating of Buy and set a new price target of $40.00

Morgan Stanley downgraded Valvoline from Overweight to Equal-Weight and set a new price target of $38.00 from $42.00 previously

Stifel initiated coverage of Valvoline with a rating of Hold and set a new price target of $42.00

Stephens initiated coverage of Valvoline with a rating of Overweight and set a new price target of $49.00

Robert W. Baird initiated coverage of Valvoline with a rating of Outperform and set a new price target of $48.00

Piper Sandler initiated coverage of Valvoline with a rating of Overweight and set a new price target of $49.00

Mizuho initiated coverage of Valvoline with a rating of Buy and set a new price target of $50.00

Morgan Stanley upgraded Valvoline from Equal-Weight to Overweight and set a new price target of $44.00 from $37.00 previously

Goldman resumed coverage of Valvoline with a rating of Neutral and set a new price target of $37.00

Wells Fargo initiated coverage of Valvoline with a rating of Overweight and set a new price target of $42.00