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Valvoline Inc (VVV)
NYSE:VVV
Earnings Data
Report Date
May 13, 2026After Close (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.34Last Year’s EPS
0.34Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 13 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presented a strong operating quarter with double-digit top-line and profit growth, margin expansion, improved cash flow, network expansion via the Breeze acquisition, and strong customer/brand metrics. Notable challenges include a GAAP loss tied to divestitures, higher leverage and interest expense from the transaction, expected near-term EBITDA margin pressure (~100 bps) from immature Breeze stores, weather-driven short-term volume disruption, and an ongoing remediation of business-process internal controls. Management expressed confidence in guidance and integration plans while prioritizing deleveraging.Company Guidance
Strong Top-Line Growth
Net sales of $462.0M, up 11% reported year-over-year and up 15% when adjusted for prior-year refranchising; system-wide same-store sales grew 13.8% on a two-year stack driven largely by ticket increases, net price and premiumization.
Profit and Margin Expansion
Adjusted EBITDA margin expanded to 25.4%, up 60 basis points year-over-year; gross margin rate improved to 37.4%, up 50 basis points. Adjusted income from continuing operations was $47.6M; EPS increased 16% (28% when adjusted for refranchising).
Improved Cash Generation
Operating cash flow improved to $64.8M and free cash flow was $7.4M, an improvement of approximately $20M versus the prior year quarter.
Network Growth and Strategic Acquisition
Added 162 Breeze stores in a one-time contribution as part of the Breeze transaction and 38 net new stores outside Breeze (including 10 franchise); acquisition moves the company toward its 3,500+ store network target.
Expected Financial Contribution from Breeze
Management expects Breeze to contribute roughly $160M in incremental top-line (for the ten months owned in FY2026) and about $31M of EBITDA, while delivering integration opportunities and best-practice sharing across the network.
Strong Customer & Brand Metrics and Recognition
Network consumer rating of 4.7 stars and NPS scores >80%; named #1 in the automotive services category for Entrepreneur Franchise 500 for the fourth consecutive year and recognized as one of Yelp's most loved brands; raised >$1.8M for Children's Miracle Network (~40% increase YoY).
VVV Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed
VVV Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Feb 04, 2026 | $33.29 | $35.60 | +6.94% |
Nov 19, 2025 | $31.42 | $30.64 | -2.48% |
Aug 06, 2025 | $36.25 | $37.91 | +4.58% |
May 08, 2025 | $34.57 | $33.90 | -1.94% |
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FAQ
When does Valvoline Inc (VVV) report earnings?
Valvoline Inc (VVV) is schdueled to report earning on May 13, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
What is Valvoline Inc (VVV) earnings time?
Valvoline Inc (VVV) earnings time is at May 13, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
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What is VVV EPS forecast?
VVV EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q2) is 0.34.
