Hertz Global Holdings Inc (HTZ)vsUnited Rentals Inc (URI)
HTZ
Hertz Global Holdings Inc
$2.04
-0.49%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $737.85M
URI
United Rentals Inc
$989.12
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $61.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
United Rentals Inc generates 89% more annual revenue ($16.83B vs $8.91B). URI leads profitability with a 15.7% profit margin vs -3.1%. URI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
HTZ
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
URI
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+25.5%
Fair Value
$7.07
Current Price
$2.04
$5.03 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for URI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 26.0%
Earnings expanding 25.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -567.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 30.9%
Grey zone — moderate risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HTZ
The strongest argument for HTZ centers on Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : URI
The strongest argument for URI centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.7% and operating margin at 26.0%. Revenue growth of 11.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HTZ
The primary concerns for HTZ are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : URI
The primary concerns for URI are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.67 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HTZ profiles as a turnaround stock while URI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
HTZ carries more volatility with a beta of 2.31 — expect wider price swings.
URI is growing revenue faster at 11.8% — sustainability is the question.
URI generates stronger free cash flow (-261M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
URI scores higher overall (72/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 15.7% margins and 11.8% revenue growth. HTZ offers better value entry with a 25.5% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Hertz Global Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES · USA
Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. is a car rental company. The company is headquartered in Estero, Florida.
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INDUSTRIALS · RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES · USA
United Rentals, Inc. (NYSE: URI) is the world's largest equipment rental company, with about 13 percent of the North American market share as of 2019.
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