U-Haul Holding Company (UHAL)vsUnited Rentals Inc (URI)
UHAL
U-Haul Holding Company
$75.27
+0.23%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $13.87B
URI
United Rentals Inc
$1,162.84
+0.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $71.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
United Rentals Inc generates 179% more annual revenue ($16.83B vs $6.04B). URI leads profitability with a 15.7% profit margin vs 1.4%. URI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.68. URI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
UHAL
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
URI
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+86.8%
Fair Value
$369.96
Current Price
$75.27
$294.69 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for URI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.1% revenue growth
ROE of 0.7% — below average capital efficiency
1.4% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Grey zone — moderate risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : UHAL
The strongest argument for UHAL centers on Price/Book.
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 : UHAL
The primary concerns for UHAL are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity. A P/E of 295.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
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
UHAL profiles as a value stock while URI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
URI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.80 — 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 (68/100 vs 38/100), backed by strong 15.7% margins and 11.8% revenue growth. UHAL offers better value entry with a 86.8% 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.
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.
United Rentals Inc
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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