Valvoline Increases Quarterly Dividend and Announces $100 Million Share Repurchase Authorization

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Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV) announced a nearly 11% increase in its quarterly cash dividend to $0.125 per share, payable on Dec. 15, 2020. Shareholders of record by Nov. 30, 2020 will receive this dividend. Additionally, the board authorized a $100 million stock repurchase program, which will be active until Sept. 30, 2021. This initiative aligns with Valvoline's capital allocation strategy focused on driving business growth and returning excess cash to shareholders through dividends and buybacks.

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• Increase in quarterly cash dividend by 11% to $0.125 per share, enhancing shareholder returns.
• Authorization of $100 million stock buyback reflects confidence in financial stability and shareholder value.

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LEXINGTON, Ky., Nov. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV) today announced that its board of directors increased the quarterly cash dividend on the company's common stock by nearly 11 percent to $0.125 per share. The quarterly dividend will be payable on Dec. 15, 2020, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on Nov. 30, 2020.

The board of directors also authorized the company to repurchase up to $100 million of its common stock. The timing and amount of any purchase of shares of common stock will be based on the level of Valvoline's liquidity, general business and market conditions and other factors, including alternative investment opportunities. The term of the new share repurchase authorization extends through Sept. 30, 2021. The dividend and share repurchase authorization is part of a broader capital allocation framework to deliver value to shareholders by first driving growth in the business, organically and through acquisitions, and then returning excess cash to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases.

About Valvoline™

Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV) is a leading worldwide marketer and supplier of premium branded lubricants and automotive services, with sales in more than 140 countries. Established in 1866, the Company's heritage spans more than 150 years, during which time it has developed powerful brand recognition across multiple product and service channels. Valvoline ranks as the No. 3 passenger car motor oil brand in the DIY market by volume. It operates and franchises nearly 1,500 quick-lube locations, and it is the No. 2 chain by number of stores in the United States under the Valvoline Instant Oil Change^SM brand and the No. 3 chain by number of stores in Canada under the Valvoline Great Canadian Oil Change brand. It also markets Valvoline lubricants and automotive chemicals, including Valvoline High Mileage with MaxLife technology motor oil for engines over 75,000 miles; Valvoline Advanced Full Synthetic motor oil; Valvoline Premium Blue™ heavy-duty motor oil; Valvoline Multi-Vehicle Automatic Transmission Fluid; and Zerex™ antifreeze. To learn more, visit www.valvoline.com.

™ Trademark, Valvoline or its subsidiaries, registered in various countries
^SM Service mark, Valvoline or its subsidiaries, registered in various countries

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:

Sean T. Cornett
Sr. Director, Investor Relations
+1 (859) 357-2798
scornett@valvoline.com 

Michele Gaither Sparks
Sr. Director, Corporate Communications
+1 (859) 221-9699
michele.sparks@valvoline.com

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SOURCE Valvoline Inc.

FAQ

What is the new dividend amount for Valvoline Inc. (VVV)?

Valvoline has increased its quarterly dividend to $0.125 per share.

When will the new dividend be paid to shareholders of Valvoline (VVV)?

The new dividend will be paid on December 15, 2020, to shareholders of record as of November 30, 2020.

How much stock is Valvoline authorized to repurchase?

Valvoline's board has authorized a $100 million stock repurchase.

What is the duration of Valvoline's stock repurchase program?

The stock repurchase program will extend through September 30, 2021.

What is Valvoline's strategy behind the dividend increase and share repurchase?

Valvoline aims to deliver value to shareholders by driving business growth and returning excess cash through dividends and buybacks.