Avis Budget Group Inc (CAR)vsU-Haul Holding Company (UHAL)
CAR
Avis Budget Group Inc
$123.56
+5.17%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.14B
UHAL
U-Haul Holding Company
$45.67
+2.54%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Avis Budget Group Inc generates 94% more annual revenue ($11.65B vs $6.00B). UHAL leads profitability with a 2.1% profit margin vs -7.6%. CAR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.17. CAR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
CAR
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
UHAL
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAR.
Margin of Safety
-1424.1%
Fair Value
$3.20
Current Price
$45.67
$42.47 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 52.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of -2.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 1.7%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.9% revenue growth
ROE of 1.7% — below average capital efficiency
2.1% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CAR
The strongest argument for CAR centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.17 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : UHAL
The strongest argument for UHAL centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : CAR
The primary concerns for CAR are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : UHAL
The primary concerns for UHAL are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity. A P/E of 94.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAR profiles as a turnaround stock while UHAL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CAR carries more volatility with a beta of 2.25 — expect wider price swings.
UHAL is growing revenue faster at 1.9% — sustainability is the question.
UHAL generates stronger free cash flow (-1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CAR scores higher overall (50/100 vs 40/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
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.
U-Haul Holding Company
INDUSTRIALS · RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES · USA
AMERCO is a DIY warehousing and moving operator for household and commercial items in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Reno, Nevada.
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