Avis Budget Group Inc (CAR)vsSunbelt Rentals Holdings, Inc. (SUNB)
CAR
Avis Budget Group Inc
$176.79
-0.01%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.61B
SUNB
Sunbelt Rentals Holdings, Inc.
$79.36
-2.37%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $34.56B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Avis Budget Group Inc generates 8% more annual revenue ($11.75B vs $10.93B). SUNB leads profitability with a 12.7% profit margin vs -5.7%. CAR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.17. SUNB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
CAR
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
SUNB
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-87.2%
Fair Value
$61.90
Current Price
$176.79
$114.89 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SUNB.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 52.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
4.1% revenue growth
Operating margin of 1.8%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -273.1% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
2.7% revenue growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CAR
The strongest argument for CAR centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.17 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SUNB
The strongest argument for SUNB centers on Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : CAR
The primary concerns for CAR are Revenue Growth, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SUNB
The primary concerns for SUNB are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAR profiles as a turnaround stock while SUNB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CAR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.87 — expect wider price swings.
CAR is growing revenue faster at 4.1% — sustainability is the question.
SUNB generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SUNB scores higher overall (54/100 vs 51/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Avis Budget Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES · USA
Avis Budget Group, Inc., offers car and truck rental, car sharing and ancillary services to businesses and consumers. The company is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey.
Sunbelt Rentals Holdings, Inc.
INDUSTRIALS · RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES · USA
Sunbelt Rentals Holdings, Inc., engages in the construction, industrial, and general equipment rental business under the Sunbelt Rentals brand name in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada. The company is headquartered in Fort Mill, South Carolina.
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