Invezz
24 Jun 2026, 18:53 UTC · 1h ago
Hertz stock plunges as weak used-car demand hits earnings outlook
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Invezz
24 Jun 2026, 18:53 UTC · 1h ago
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Hertz Global Holdings warned that Q2 earnings are tracking toward the lower end of guidance due to unexpected weakness in the used-car market. — Weak used-car pricing directly increases depreciation costs and reduces margins for rental fleets, severely impacting the bottom line.
-0.90Hertz shares plummeted over 38% in a single session, marking one of its largest-ever percentage declines. — Extreme price volatility and a massive loss in market cap signal a sharp shift in investor sentiment and a breakdown in confidence.
-0.60The company faces an additional overhang from a capital raise and PIK notes. — Debt obligations and equity dilution pressure the stock's recovery potential and increase financial risk.
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Hertz expects Q2 adjusted corporate EBITDA to be between $50 million and $80 million. — While within the previously projected range, the movement toward the bottom end confirms a deteriorating financial outlook.
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Shares plunged over 38% following warnings of weak used-car demand hitting earnings and increasing depreciation costs.
Mentioned as a proxy for used-car retail facing margin compression and potential price slides.
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