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HTZ 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory

Hertz Global Holdings Inc (HTZ)

Hertz Global Holdings Inc (HTZ) 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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Upturn Advisory Summary

11/28/2025: HTZ (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Upturn Star Rating

Upturn 1 star rating for performance

Not Recommended Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.

Number of Analysts

3 star rating from financial analysts

10 Analysts rated it

Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.

1 Year Target Price $4.39

1 Year Target Price $4.39

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$4.39 Target price
52w Low $3.15
Current$5.24
52w High $9.39

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -57.89%
Avg. Invested days 24
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 1.63B USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 4.39
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 4.39
Volume (30-day avg) 10
Beta 2.14
52 Weeks Range 3.15 - 9.39
Updated Date 11/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 3.15 - 9.39
Updated Date 11/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -3.34

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 2025-11-04
When Before Market
Estimate 0.1
Actual 0.12

Profitability

Profit Margin -12.12%
Operating Margin (TTM) 11.98%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) -0.24%
Return on Equity (TTM) -567.03%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 11.78
Enterprise Value 20200355673
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.19
Enterprise Value 20200355673
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.19
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.37
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.22
Shares Outstanding 311592905
Shares Floating 124272598
Shares Outstanding 311592905
Shares Floating 124272598
Percent Insiders 2.64
Percent Institutions 111.93

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Hertz Global Holdings Inc

Hertz Global Holdings Inc(HTZ) company logo displayed in Upturn AI summary

Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

Hertz Global Holdings Inc. was founded in 1918 by Walter L. Jacobs as Rent-a-Car Inc. It was acquired by John Hertz in 1923 and renamed Hertz Drive-Ur-Self System. The company has since undergone several ownership changes and a recent bankruptcy in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, emerging in 2021.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Car Rental: Provides vehicle rentals to individuals and businesses across various brands, including Hertz, Dollar, and Thrifty.
  • Fleet Management: Offers fleet management services for businesses, including vehicle maintenance, telematics, and remarketing.
  • Sales: Sells used rental vehicles through its retail channels.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The CEO of Hertz Global Holdings Inc. is Gil West. The company has a traditional corporate structure with various departments reporting to executive leadership.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Car Rental Services: Hertz provides car rental services to a broad range of customers, including leisure and business travelers. Competitors include Avis Budget Group (CAR) and Enterprise Holdings. Market share estimates fluctuate, but Hertz is a major player, with around 25% of the market, with Avis trailing closely behind.
  • Fleet Leasing: Hertz Fleet Management provides fleet leasing and management solutions to businesses. Competitors include ARI, Donlen, and Element Fleet Management. Precise market share data is not readily available but is a smaller percentage of the overall car rental market compared to the car rental segment.
  • Value-Added Products and Services: Offerings such as insurance options, GPS navigation, and child seats contribute incremental revenue and profit. Competitors include third party insurance companies.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The car rental industry is highly competitive and cyclical, influenced by economic conditions, travel trends, and technological advancements. It has rebounded since the Pandemic. The electrification of Fleets is also a major trend.

Positioning

Hertz is one of the largest car rental companies in the world, with a strong brand recognition and a large fleet. Its competitive advantages include its extensive global network, brand loyalty programs, and diverse fleet options.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global car rental market is expected to reach approximately $130 billion by 2027. Hertz is well-positioned to capture a significant share of this market through its established brand, global presence, and strategic partnerships.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Global Brand Recognition
  • Extensive Network of Locations
  • Diverse Fleet Options
  • Loyalty Programs

Weaknesses

  • High Debt Levels (post-bankruptcy)
  • Dependence on Travel Industry
  • Operational Inefficiencies
  • Fleet Management Costs

Opportunities

  • Growing demand for electric vehicles
  • Expansion into emerging markets
  • Partnerships with ride-sharing companies
  • Development of new mobility services

Threats

  • Economic downturns
  • Increased competition from ride-sharing services
  • Fluctuations in fuel prices
  • Changes in consumer travel preferences

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • CAR
  • Privately Held Enterprise Holdings

Competitive Landscape

Hertz faces intense competition from Avis Budget Group (CAR) and privately held Enterprise Holdings, as well as from ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft. Hertz's advantages lie in its brand recognition and established global network, while its disadvantages stem from high debt levels and legacy operational inefficiencies.

Major Acquisitions

Donlen Corporation

  • Year: 2011
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 925
  • Strategic Rationale: Expanded Hertz's presence in the fleet management market.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historical growth was impacted significantly by the 2020 bankruptcy. Post-restructuring, growth is focused on operational efficiency and fleet modernization.

Future Projections: Analyst estimates vary widely, depending on economic conditions and company strategy, requiring a view on multiple credible sources for a reliable projection.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investing in electric vehicle fleets, improving customer service, and streamlining operations.

Summary

Hertz is a major player in the car rental industry with strong brand recognition, but the company's financial health remains a concern due to high debt following its recent bankruptcy. Its initiatives of electric vehicles could lead to future successes, however, it is faced with the threats of ridesharing companies becoming more prevalent. The company needs to focus on improving operational efficiency to enhance its profitability.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

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  • Industry Reports
  • Analyst Estimates
  • Press Releases

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About Hertz Global Holdings Inc

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters Estero, FL, United States
IPO Launch date 2021-07-01
CEO & Director Mr. Wayne Gilbert West
Sector Industrials
Industry Rental & Leasing Services
Full time employees 26000
Full time employees 26000

Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. operates as a vehicle rental company. It operates through two segments: Americas RAC and International RAC. The company offers vehicle rental services under the Hertz, Dollar, and Thrifty brands from company-operated, licensee, and franchisee locations in the United States, Africa, Asia, Australia, Canada, the Caribbean, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and New Zealand. It also sells vehicles and value-added services. Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. was founded in 1918 and is headquartered in Estero, Florida.