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Avis Budget Group Inc (CAR)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/13/2025: CAR (4-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
1 Year Target Price $147.12
1 Year Target Price $147.12
3 | Strong Buy |
2 | Buy |
4 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 98.62% | Avg. Invested days 35 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 5.17B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 147.12 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 147.12 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 9 | Beta 2.02 | 52 Weeks Range 54.03 - 212.81 | Updated Date 10/12/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 54.03 - 212.81 | Updated Date 10/12/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -62.67 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -19.06% | Operating Margin (TTM) 14.25% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 1.55% | Return on Equity (TTM) -273.05% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 3.39 | Enterprise Value 34321754523 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.44 |
Enterprise Value 34321754523 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.44 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.04 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 25.26 | Shares Outstanding 35193504 | Shares Floating 14770362 |
Shares Outstanding 35193504 | Shares Floating 14770362 | ||
Percent Insiders 3.31 | Percent Institutions 114.76 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Avis Budget Group Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
Avis Budget Group was founded in 1946 by Warren Avis with the first car rental location at Willow Run Airport in Detroit. Budget Rent a Car was founded in 1958. Avis acquired Budget in 2003. Since then, the company has grown through acquisitions and expansions to become a leading global provider of vehicle rental services.
Core Business Areas
- Americas: Vehicle rental operations in North America, Latin America, and the Caribbean under the Avis, Budget, and Zipcar brands.
- International: Vehicle rental operations in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific under the Avis, Budget, and Zipcar brands.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team includes the CEO, CFO, and other key executives. The organizational structure comprises regional business units (Americas, International) and functional departments (finance, marketing, operations).
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Car Rental (Avis): Premium car rental services for business and leisure travelers. Avis is the #3 car rental company with about 25% market share. Key competitors are Enterprise, Hertz, and Sixt.
- Car Rental (Budget): Value-focused car rental services catering to budget-conscious customers. Avis is the #3 car rental company with about 25% market share. Key competitors are Enterprise, Hertz, and Sixt.
- Zipcar: Car sharing service for short-term rentals in urban areas and college campuses. Zipcar has around 5% market share. Key competitors are Getaround and Turo.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The vehicle rental industry is competitive and cyclical, influenced by economic conditions, travel patterns, and fuel prices. The industry is experiencing digital transformation and the rise of alternative transportation options.
Positioning
Avis Budget Group holds a strong position as one of the leading global car rental companies, with a diversified brand portfolio (Avis, Budget, Zipcar) catering to various customer segments. They are positioned to provide both premium and budget car rental services.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global car rental market is estimated to be over $75 billion USD. Avis Budget Group is positioned to capture a significant portion of the TAM through its diversified brand portfolio and global presence.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition (Avis, Budget, Zipcar)
- Global network of rental locations
- Diversified customer base
- Fleet management expertise
- Multiple Brands
Weaknesses
- High debt levels
- Exposure to economic cycles
- Fleet costs and depreciation
- Competition from alternative transportation options
Opportunities
- Expansion into emerging markets
- Growing demand for car sharing services
- Partnerships with travel and hospitality companies
- Fleet Electrification
- Increasing market share with value-conscious customers
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Increased competition from ride-hailing services
- Fluctuations in fuel prices
- Changes in travel patterns
- Global Conflicts
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- HTZ
- CAR
- SIXT.DE
Competitive Landscape
Avis Budget Group competes with other major car rental companies like Hertz and Enterprise Holdings. Its competitive advantages include its strong brand recognition, global network, and diversified brand portfolio. However, it faces challenges from ride-hailing services and alternative transportation options.
Major Acquisitions
France Cars
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 110
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded presence in the French car rental market.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth is tied to the travel industry. The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted operations. Post-pandemic recovery is in place.
Future Projections: Future projections require financial analyst data.
Recent Initiatives: Fleet electrification, expansion of Zipcar, and investments in digital platforms are key strategic initiatives.
Summary
Avis Budget Group is a major player in the car rental industry with a strong global presence and diversified brands. It has navigated the COVID-19 pandemic and is now focusing on electrification and expansion. Its high debt level and competition from alternative transportation are challenges. Avis Budget should look out for changing travel patterns and the overall economy.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Industry reports
- News articles
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Avis Budget Group Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Parsippany, NJ, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1990-01-12 | CEO - | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Rental & Leasing Services | Full time employees 17000 | Website https://www.avisbudgetgroup.com |
Full time employees 17000 | Website https://www.avisbudgetgroup.com |
Avis Budget Group, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides car and truck rentals, car sharing, and ancillary products and services to businesses and consumers in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, Asia, and Australasia. The company operates the Avis brand, which offers vehicle rental and other mobility solutions to the premium commercial and leisure segments of the travel industry; and the Zipcar brand, a car sharing network, as well as the Budget brand, a supplier of vehicle rental and other mobility solutions focused primarily on more value-conscious customers comprising Budget car rental, and Budget Truck. It also operates various other car rental brands, such as Payless, Apex, Maggiore, Morini Rent, FranceCars, AmicoBlu, Turiscar, and ACL Hire and McNicoll Hire, as well as TurisPrime and RubyCa. The company was formerly known as Cendant Corporation and changed its name to Avis Budget Group, Inc. in September 2006. Avis Budget Group, Inc. was founded in 1946 and is based in Parsippany, New Jersey.

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