VVVHIGH SIGNALOPERATIONAL10-K

VVV achieved massive 296% revenue growth while expanding its service network to approximately 2,200 locations, but reduced share buyback activity by 66% and saw cash position decline.

The extraordinary revenue increase from $577M to $2.3B suggests either a major acquisition, business combination, or significant operational expansion that fundamentally transformed the company's scale. The network expansion from "more than 2,000" to "approximately 2,200" locations confirms organic growth, while the shift from "accelerating" to "sustainable" network growth language suggests management is taking a more measured approach to expansion.

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FINANCIAL ANALYSIS

VVV's financial profile was dramatically transformed with revenue surging 296% to $2.3B while maintaining reasonable cost discipline with SG&A growing only 14.7%. Stockholders' equity increased 82% to $338.5M and operating cash flow grew 12% to $297.2M, indicating the revenue growth translated to meaningful cash generation. However, the company significantly reduced share buybacks from $226.8M to $76.8M and saw cash decline 24.5% to $51.6M, suggesting management is prioritizing business investment over shareholder returns while maintaining adequate liquidity.

FINANCIAL STATEMENT CHANGES
Revenue
P&L
+296%
$577.0M$2.3B

Strong top-line growth of 296% — accelerating demand or successful expansion into new markets.

Stockholders Equity
Balance Sheet
+82.4%
$185.6M$338.5M

Equity base grew 82.4% — retained earnings accumulation or equity issuance strengthening the balance sheet.

Share Buybacks
Cash Flow
-66.1%
$226.8M$76.8M

Buyback activity reduced 66.1% — capital being redeployed elsewhere or cash conservation underway.

Cash & Equivalents
Balance Sheet
-24.5%
$68.3M$51.6M

Cash decreased 24.5% — monitor burn rate and upcoming capital needs.

R&D Expense
P&L
+15.4%
$13.0M$15.0M

R&D investment increased 15.4% — signals commitment to future product development, though near-term margin impact.

SG&A Expense
P&L
+14.7%
$305.1M$349.9M

SG&A increased modestly — likely reflects growth-related hiring or sales expansion investment.

Operating Cash Flow
Cash Flow
+12.1%
$265.1M$297.2M

Operating cash flow grew 12.1% — strong conversion of earnings to cash, healthy business fundamentals.

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NEW — 2025-11-21
PRIOR — 2024-11-22
ADDED
At November 18, 2025, there were 127,157,674 shares of common stock outstanding.
As the quick, easy, trusted leader in automotive preventive maintenance, Valvoline is creating shareholder value by driving the full potential of its core business, delivering sustainable network growth, and continuing to innovate to meet the evolving needs of customers and the car parc.
With average customer ratings that indicate high levels of service satisfaction, Valvoline and the Company s franchise partners simplify vehicle care so customers can do what drives them.
This includes approximately 15-minute stay-in-your-car oil changes; battery, bulb and wiper replacements; tire rotations; and other manufacturer recommended maintenance services.
The Company operates and franchises approximately 2,200 service center locations through its Valvoline Instant Oil Change SM ( VIOC ) and Valvoline Great Canadian Oil Change ( GCOC ) retail locations and supports over 240 locations through its Express Care TM platform.
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REMOVED
At November 19, 2024, there were 128,373,010 shares of common stock outstanding.
As the quick, easy, trusted leader in automotive preventive maintenance, Valvoline is creating shareholder value by driving the full potential of its core business, accelerating network growth and innovating to meet the needs of customers and the evolving car parc.
With average customer ratings that indicate high levels of service satisfaction, Valvoline and the Company s franchise partners keep customers moving with approximately 15-minute stay-in-your-car oil changes; battery, bulb and wiper replacements; tire rotations; and other manufacturer recommended maintenance services.
The Company operates and franchises more than 2,000 service center locations through its Valvoline Instant Oil Change SM ( VIOC ) and Valvoline Great Canadian Oil Change ( GCOC ) retail locations and supports nearly 270 locations through its Express Care TM platform.
Discontinued operations On March 1, 2023, Valvoline completed the sale of its former Global Products reportable segment (currently doing business as Valvoline Global Operations and referred to herein as Global Products ) to Aramco Overseas Company B.V.
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