Valvoline faces challenges despite analyst optimism
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 19 Dec 25
Source: Coinmarketcap
Valvoline Inc's stock price fell by 3.01% and hit a 20-day low amid a generally positive market environment, with the Nasdaq-100 up 1.33% and the S&P 500 up 0.59%.
This decline occurs despite Roth Capital initiating coverage on Valvoline with a Buy rating and a price target of $42, indicating analyst optimism. However, the stock's performance suggests sector rotation as investors may be reallocating their portfolios in response to broader market trends.
The implications of this price movement highlight the challenges Valvoline faces in maintaining investor confidence, even with positive analyst ratings. The company's focus on winter vehicle maintenance, as indicated by their recent survey, may also play a role in shaping future performance.
Analyst Views on VVV
Wall Street analysts forecast VVV stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for VVV is 38.31 USD with a low forecast of 30.00 USD and a high forecast of 44.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
13 Analyst Rating
9 Buy
4 Hold
0 Sell
Moderate Buy
Current: 32.840
Low
30.00
Averages
38.31
High
44.00
Current: 32.840
Low
30.00
Averages
38.31
High
44.00
About VVV
Valvoline Inc. provides automotive preventive maintenance services, convenient and trusted services in its retail stores throughout the United States and Canada. The Company's service includes 15-minute stay-in-your-car oil changes; battery, bulb and wiper replacements; tire rotations, and other manufacturer-recommended maintenance services. It has 2,300 franchised and Company-operated service centers across the United States and Canada. The vehicle maintenance services offered by the Company include air filter replacement, battery replacement, differential fluid, fuel system cleaning, headlight and taillight replacement, radiator service, tire rotation, transmission service, air conditioning, and wiper blade replacement. The Company’s services are offered to a range of vehicle types, serving both consumers and commercial customers, such as hybrid electric vehicles, battery electric vehicles, medium duty and passenger car motor oil light duty.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
