Hertz Global Holdings Inc (HTZ)vsU-Haul Holding Company (UHAL)
HTZ
Hertz Global Holdings Inc
$2.04
-0.49%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $737.85M
UHAL
U-Haul Holding Company
$64.05
+1.12%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $13.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hertz Global Holdings Inc generates 46% more annual revenue ($8.91B vs $6.09B). UHAL leads profitability with a 1.1% profit margin vs -3.1%. UHAL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 44/100 (D).
HTZ
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
UHAL
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+25.5%
Fair Value
$7.07
Current Price
$2.04
$5.03 discount
Margin of Safety
+87.0%
Fair Value
$376.68
Current Price
$64.05
$312.63 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -567.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 30.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.2% revenue growth
ROE of 0.6% — below average capital efficiency
1.1% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HTZ
The strongest argument for HTZ centers on Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : UHAL
The strongest argument for UHAL centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : HTZ
The primary concerns for HTZ are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : UHAL
The primary concerns for UHAL are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity. A P/E of 479.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HTZ profiles as a turnaround stock while UHAL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HTZ carries more volatility with a beta of 2.31 — expect wider price swings.
HTZ is growing revenue faster at 9.7% — sustainability is the question.
UHAL generates stronger free cash flow (-192M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UHAL scores higher overall (44/100 vs 42/100). HTZ offers better value entry with a 25.5% margin of safety. 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.
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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