Hertz Global Holdings Inc (HTZ)vsUnited Rentals Inc (URI)
HTZ
Hertz Global Holdings Inc
$5.09
-0.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.62B
URI
United Rentals Inc
$1,067.77
-1.55%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $62.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
United Rentals Inc generates 88% more annual revenue ($16.36B vs $8.70B). URI leads profitability with a 15.3% profit margin vs -7.3%. URI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
HTZ
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
URI
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+36.1%
Fair Value
$8.25
Current Price
$5.09
$3.16 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 28 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 23.1%
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
Moderate valuation
Grey zone — moderate risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HTZ
The strongest argument for HTZ centers on Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 10.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : URI
The strongest argument for URI centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.3% and operating margin at 23.1%.
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 PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-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 2.21 — expect wider price swings.
HTZ is growing revenue faster at 10.5% — sustainability is the question.
URI generates stronger free cash flow (681M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
URI scores higher overall (64/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 15.3% margins. HTZ offers better value entry with a 36.1% margin of safety. Both earn "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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