Valvoline: Fast Service, Strong Growth, And An Undervalued Name

Ryan Canady 488 Followers Follow Summary Valvoline has transformed from a commodity motor oil brand to a focused automotive services chain, driving a more attractive growth profile. VVV’s Q2 2026 results underscore robust execution: net income rose 25%, system-wide sales grew 20%, and same-store sales increased 8.2%. Adjusted EBITDA outpaced revenue growth, up 28%, signaling effective margin expansion and strong operational leverage. Growth drivers include increased spending on aging vehicles, strong same-store sales, and ongoing network expansion of both company-owned and franchise locations. neiu20001/iStock Editorial via Getty Images If you immediately think of bottles of motor oil when you think of Valvoline ( VVV ), no one could blame you for that. For much of its history, that is what the company has been known This article was written by Ryan Canady 488 Followers Follow Investing wisely does not have to be rocket science. It is about discipline and running the numbers. You don't have to be like a grandmaster chess player playing the game twenty moves ahead of your opponent, you just need to understand how the pieces work. Analyst’s Disclosure: I/we have no stock, option or similar derivative position in any of the companies mentioned, and no plans to initiate any such positions within the next 72 hours. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. I am not receiving compensation for it (other than from Seeking Alpha). I have no business relationship with any company whose stock is mentioned in this article. Seeking Alpha's Disclosure: Past performance is no guarantee of future results. No recommendation or advice is being given as to whether any investment is suitable for a particular investor. Any views or opinions expressed above may not reflect those of Seeking Alpha as a whole. Seeking Alpha is not a licensed securities dealer, broker or US investment adviser or investment bank. Our analysts are third party authors that include both professional investors and individual investors who may not be licensed or certified by any institute or regulatory body.