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Valvoline (Valvoline) Degree of Financial Leverage : 8.35 (As of Dec. 2023)


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What is Valvoline Degree of Financial Leverage?

Degree of Financial Leverage (DFL) measures the percentage change in EPS for a unit change in Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT). Valvoline's Degree of Financial Leverage for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2023 was 8.35. The higher Degree of Financial Leverage, the more volatile earnings will be.

The industry rank for Valvoline's Degree of Financial Leverage or its related term are showing as below:

VVV's Degree of Financial Leverage is ranked worse than
96.5% of 1001 companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 1 vs VVV: 8.35

Valvoline Degree of Financial Leverage Historical Data

The historical data trend for Valvoline's Degree of Financial Leverage can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

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Valvoline Degree of Financial Leverage Chart

Valvoline Annual Data
Trend Sep14 Sep15 Sep16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23
Degree of Financial Leverage
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -2.06 -1.54 53.32 0.20 -92.18

Valvoline Quarterly Data
Mar19 Jun19 Sep19 Dec19 Mar20 Jun20 Sep20 Dec20 Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23
Degree of Financial Leverage Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.03 0.70 -0.29 -92.18 8.35

Competitive Comparison of Valvoline's Degree of Financial Leverage

For the Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing subindustry, Valvoline's Degree of Financial Leverage, along with its competitors' market caps and Degree of Financial Leverage data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Valvoline's Degree of Financial Leverage Distribution in the Oil & Gas Industry

For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, Valvoline's Degree of Financial Leverage distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Valvoline's Degree of Financial Leverage falls into.



Valvoline Degree of Financial Leverage Calculation

Valvoline's Degree of Financial Leverage for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2023 is calculated as:

Degree of Financial Leverage=% Change in Earnings per Share (Diluted)**/% Change in EBIT
=( 8.05 (Dec. 2023) / 2.34 (Dec. 2022) - 1 )/( 277.3 (Dec. 2023) / 214.6 (Dec. 2022) - 1 )
=2.4402/0.2922
=8.35***

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

** TTM data of EPS and EBIT was used to calculate Degree of Financial Leverage.
*** Please be aware that the Degree of Financial Leverage calculations are based on company-level data using the primary share class. The calculated data provided is for demonstration purposes and may slightly differ from the results displayed in the title due to potential variations caused by currency exchange rate differences throughout the year.


Valvoline  (NYSE:VVV) Degree of Financial Leverage Explanation

Degree of Financial Leverage (DFL) is a leverage ratio that measures the sensitivity of a company’s Earnings per Share (EPS) to fluctuations in its operating income, also referred to as Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), resulting from adjustments in its capital structure. DFL is an essential tool for companies to assess the appropriate level of debt or financial leverage in their capital structure. When EBIT remains relatively stable, it results in stable earnings and earnings per share. In such cases, the company may consider taking on substantial debt. However, for companies operating in industries with significant fluctuations in EBIT, it is advisable to keep debt at a manageable level.

The higher Degree of Financial Leverage, the more volatile earnings will be. Because interest is a fixed expense, leverage can amplify earnings and EPS. This is beneficial when EBIT is growing, but it can become problematic in tough economic conditions when EBIT is under pressure.

Be Aware

The use of financial leverage varies across different industries and business sectors, and the application of Degree of Financial Leverage (DFL) should be adjusted accordingly.


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Valvoline (Valvoline) Business Description

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Address
100 Valvoline Way, Suite 100, Lexington, KY, USA, 40509
Valvoline Inc produces, markets, and sells automotive maintenance products, particularly lubricants, to retail outlets installers, and customers. The company offers various products such as engine oil, heavy-duty engine oil, motorcycle oil, grease and brake fluid, and others. Geographically, the majority of the revenue is generated from the United States of America.
Executives
Julie Marie O'daniel officer: Gen Counsel, Corp Secy and SVP 3499 BLAZER PARKWAY, LEXINGTON KY 40509
Robert Travis Dobbins officer: SVP & Chief Technology Officer 100 VALVOLINE WAY, LEXINGTON KY 40509
Linne Fulcher officer: Chief Operating Officer 100 VALVOLINE WAY, SUITE 100, LEXINGTON KY 40509-2714
Richard Joseph Freeland director 927 JUNCO DRIVE, COLUMBUS IN 47201
Lori Ann Flees officer: SVP and Pres., Retail Services 100 VALVOLINE WAY, LEXINGTON KY 40509
Mary E Meixelsperger officer: Chief Financial Officer 810 DSW DRIVE, COLUMBUS OH 43219
Vada O Manager director NIKE, INC, ONE BOWERMAN DRIVE, BEAVERTON OR 97005
Patrick Pacious director 1 CHOICE HOTELS CIRCLE, ROCKVILLE MD 20850
Heidi J. Matheys officer: Chief Marketing Officer 3499 BLAZER PARKWAY, LEXINGTON KY 40509
Dione Sturgeon officer: Chief Accounting Officer 100 VALVOLINE WAY, LEXINGTON KY 40509
Michael S. Ryan officer: Chief Accounting Officer 1000 EAST HANES MILL ROAD, WINSTON SALEM NC 27105
Gerrald Thomas A. Ii officer: Senior Vice President 3499 BLAZER PARKWAY, LEXINGTON KY 40509
Jennifer Lynn Slater director 5757 N GREEN BAY AVENUE FLORIST, TOWER MILWAUKEE WI 53209
Jamal K Muashsher officer: SVP, International 100 VALVOLINE WAY, LEXINGTON KY 40509
Anthony R. Puckett officer: President, Quick Lubes 3499 BLAZER PARKWAY, LEXINGTON KY 40509