Rating Change
Benchmark analysts initiated coverage on Valvoline Inc. (NYSE:VVV) with a rating of Buy on August 20, 2026.
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Benchmark Initiates Coverage on Valvoline Inc. (VVV) with Buy
Benchmark analysts initiated coverage on Valvoline Inc. (NYSE:VVV) with a rating of Buy on August 20, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
Valvoline Inc. (NYSE:VVV) · new coverage
- Firm
- Benchmark
- Rating
- Buy
- Price at event
- $33.84
- Market capitalization
- $3.9B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Benchmark initiated Buy coverage on Valvoline Inc. (VVV) on August 20, 2026, with the stock trading at $33.84 and a market capitalization of $3.9 billion.
Market Context
Valvoline Inc. operates in the Energy sector. The stock currently trades at $33.84 with a market capitalization of $3.9B. The stock has declined 13.6% over the past 52 weeks.
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Recent Analyst Activity for Valvoline Inc.
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 7 Buy, 3 Hold, 0 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 20, 2026 | Benchmark | Buy | N/A |
| Aug 06, 2026 | TD Cowen | Buy | N/A |
| Aug 06, 2026 | RBC Capital | Outperform | N/A |
| Jul 28, 2026 | Stephens & Co. | Overweight | N/A |
| Jul 22, 2026 | Barclays | Equal-Weight | N/A |
Related Tools: Analyst Ratings Dashboard | View VVV Stock Page
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Buy rating mean for VVV?
A rating of Buy from Benchmark reflects the analyst's outlook on Valvoline Inc. (NYSE:VVV). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
Browse recent upgrades and downgrades on our Analyst Ratings Dashboard or the VVV forecast page.
