Hertz Global Holdings Management
Management criteria checks 3/4
Hertz Global Holdings' CEO is Gil West, appointed in Apr 2024, has a tenure of 2.08 years. total yearly compensation is $4.52M, comprised of 33.2% salary and 66.8% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 0.32% of the company’s shares, worth $5.42M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 1.3 years and 4.8 years respectively.
Key information
Gil West
Chief executive officer
US$4.5m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 33.15% |
| CEO tenure | 2.1yrs |
| CEO ownership | 0.3% |
| Management average tenure | 1.3yrs |
| Board average tenure | 4.8yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Apr 25
HTZ: Weaker Results And Rich Pricing Will Pressure Future Returns
Narrative Update The implied analyst price target for Hertz Global Holdings has shifted from about $4.33 to roughly $4.43 per share as analysts factor in recent valuation concerns that were highlighted by downgrades and a reduced $5 price target tied to weaker than expected results and guidance. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Hertz Global Holdings has focused on how current valuation lines up with execution risk after weaker than expected results and guidance.Seeking Alpha • Apr 22
Hertz: 4 Reasons To Ignore The Short Squeeze
Summary Hertz stock has surged by ~85% since March 12. As I discuss below, these gains have mostly come on the back of a short squeeze. Hertz entered April with the perfect setup for a short squeeze, with the short interest hovering around 21% of the float. Days to cover stood at just 9 days. For a short squeeze to work perfectly, a fundamental catalyst is needed. Hertz got this catalyst in the form of decent Q4 2025 numbers and a promising guidance for 2026. There are 4 main reasons behind my bearish stance on the company. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Apr 10
HTZ: Weaker Q4 And Lower Rental Assumptions Will Pressure Future Returns
Analysts have reduced their outlook on Hertz Global Holdings, lowering the average price target by $0.50 to $5. This change reflects updated rental car estimates following what they describe as much weaker than expected Q4 results and guidance.
Narrative Update • Mar 27
HTZ: Reset Price View Will Rely On Cost And Fleet Execution
Hertz Global Holdings' analyst price target has been revised to $5.00 from $5.50, as analysts incorporate weaker than expected Q4 results and guidance into updated rental car estimates. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are treating the revised US$5.00 price target as a reset rather than a loss of confidence, reflecting updated rental car assumptions after weaker Q4 results and guidance.Narrative Update • Mar 09
HTZ: Fair Value Outlook Will Reflect Weaker Q4 And Lower Future P/E
Narrative Update The analyst price target for Hertz Global Holdings has shifted from $5.50 to $5.00, as analysts factor in weaker than expected Q4 results and guidance, along with updated rental car assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a more cautious stance on Hertz Global Holdings, with the price target trimmed to US$5.00 as rental car assumptions are reset following weaker than expected Q4 results and guidance.Narrative Update • Feb 23
HTZ: Steady Fair Value Will Limit Upside As Future P/E Tightens
Analysts have modestly adjusted their price target on Hertz Global Holdings, keeping fair value steady at $4.75 while fine tuning assumptions around the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E to reflect updated views on the company’s risk profile and earnings potential. Valuation Changes Fair Value: Kept unchanged at $4.75, indicating no revision to the core valuation outcome.Narrative Update • Feb 08
HTZ: Lower Future P/E Will Restrain Upside Despite Healthier Profit Outlook
Analysts have nudged their price target on Hertz Global Holdings slightly lower, from about US$4.86 to US$4.75. This reflects updated views on discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E assumptions.Narrative Update • Jan 24
HTZ: Completed Buyback Will Limit Future Upside Despite Stable Business Assumptions
Analysts have kept their fair value estimate for Hertz Global Holdings broadly unchanged, with only minor tweaks to inputs such as the discount rate and future P/E, guiding a small refinement in their implied price target in US$ terms. What's in the News Hertz Global Holdings reported that, from July 1, 2025 to September 30, 2025, it repurchased 0 shares for US$0 million under its existing buyback program (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Jan 09
HTZ: Future Returns Will Be Pressured By Completed Buyback Program
Analysts now estimate fair value for Hertz Global Holdings at approximately US$4.86 per share, down from about US$5.03 per share, reflecting updated assumptions on discount rate, long term revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E levels. What's in the News From July 1, 2025 to September 30, 2025, Hertz Global Holdings reported no share repurchases under its existing program, with 0 shares bought for US$0 million in that period (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Dec 20
HTZ: Future Returns Will Balance Buyback Pause And Settlement Cash Boost
Analysts have raised their price target on Hertz Global Holdings by approximately 14 percent to about 5.03 dollars per share, citing slightly faster expected revenue growth, a modestly higher future price to earnings multiple, and a marginally lower discount rate that together offset a small reduction in projected profit margins. What's in the News Completion of a major share repurchase program, with 66,684,169 shares bought back since June 15, 2022, representing 19.34% of shares outstanding and totaling approximately $1.13 billion under the authorization.Narrative Update • Dec 05
HTZ: Higher Discount Rate And Lower Earnings Multiple Will Pressure Returns
Analysts have slightly trimmed their price target on Hertz Global Holdings to reflect a modestly higher discount rate and a lower future earnings multiple, even as profit margin expectations have inched higher. What's in the News The company reported that between July 1, 2025 and September 30, 2025, it repurchased zero shares under its existing authorization, leaving total completed buybacks at 66.7 million shares (19.34 percent of shares outstanding) for approximately $1.13 billion under the June 15, 2022 program (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Nov 21
HTZ: Lower Discount Rate Will Not Offset Ongoing Margin Pressures
Narrative Update on Hertz Global Holdings Analysts have revised their price target for Hertz Global Holdings slightly upward to $4.39 per share. They cite modest improvements in projected revenue growth and profit margin expectations as key factors in this revision.Narrative Update • Nov 07
HTZ: Rising Competition Across Sales Channels Will Pressure Margins Moving Forward
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Hertz Global Holdings from $4.01 to $4.39 per share. This change reflects improved revenue growth projections, despite modest declines in profit margin and a slightly higher discount rate.Analysis Article • Aug 26
Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:HTZ) Not Doing Enough For Some Investors As Its Shares Slump 25%
Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. ( NASDAQ:HTZ ) shareholders that were waiting for something to happen have been dealt a...Narrative Update • Aug 11
Autonomous Shifts Will Undermine Rentals While Digital Steps Secure Future
The consensus analyst price target for Hertz Global Holdings has increased as higher revenue growth forecasts have outweighed the impact of a sharply higher discount rate, resulting in a revised fair value of $4.19. What's in the News Hertz was added to multiple Russell growth indices, including Russell 2000 Growth, Russell 2500 Growth, Russell 3000 Growth, Russell 3000E Growth, and Small Cap Comp Growth.Analysis Article • Jul 11
Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:HTZ) Surges 25% Yet Its Low P/S Is No Reason For Excitement
Despite an already strong run, Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. ( NASDAQ:HTZ ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of...New Narrative • May 27
Ride-sharing And EV Trends Will Pressure And Spark Future Renewal
Evolving mobility trends and urban development threaten Hertz's traditional business model and future revenue growth potential.Seeking Alpha • Apr 29
Hertz: A Speculative Short Play Hinging On Two Impactful Events
Summary Recent reports suggest that Hertz may be looking to raise $500 million in capital through secured debt and/or an ATM equity offering. If this event materializes, I believe speculators from the recent bull run could take profits, adding downward pressure to the stock. Hertz's falling daily rental prices, along with lower air travel and polls showing fewer Americans planning vacations, could catch Wall Street off guard in the next earnings report. If Q2 2025 guidance is softer than the Street's consensus, which hasn't been meaningfully revised over the past month, I foresee more downward pressure on this stock. I own (expensive) OTM puts. The risks discussed in this article could completely obliterate my short play. Never follow my bets. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Apr 20
Sell The Hertz Rally, Buy Sixt Instead
Summary Sixt is a Germany-based car rental business with rapidly growing U.S. revenues. If you like Hertz as a tariff play, you should definitely take a look at Sixt, which is a far more solid company. If tariffs stay or go way, Sixt is likely to profit either way. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Apr 17
Hertz Global Holdings, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:HTZ) Shares Bounce 51% But Its Business Still Trails The Industry
Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. ( NASDAQ:HTZ ) shareholders have had their patience rewarded with a 51% share price jump in...Seeking Alpha • Mar 30
Hertz Global Stock: Sell The Tariff Rally
Summary Hertz shares surged nearly 20% last week, driven by investor optimism around Trump's auto tariffs. The long-term outlook remains challenging due to Hertz's large debt, higher vehicle acquisition costs, and potential tariff reversals. Hertz's financial health is troubling, with nearly $600 million in cash, but over $16.3 billion in debt, and significant near term refinancing needs. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Feb 20
Hertz: Another Chance To Sell
Summary Hertz's financial struggles stem from a poorly timed investment in electric vehicles, leading to significant losses, mounting debt, and a steep stock decline. Q4 2024 results were disappointing, with revenue down 7% year-over-year and a non-GAAP loss of $1.18 per share, both missing estimates for the third consecutive quarter. The balance sheet is very weak, with rising debt and insufficient cash flow, exacerbated by higher interest expenses and a large amount of debt maturing soon. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Feb 16
Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:HTZ) Just Released Its Full-Year Earnings: Here's What Analysts Think
Shareholders might have noticed that Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. ( NASDAQ:HTZ ) filed its yearly result this time last...Analysis Article • Dec 29
Benign Growth For Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:HTZ) Underpins Stock's 26% Plummet
Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. ( NASDAQ:HTZ ) shares have retraced a considerable 26% in the last month, reversing a fair...Seeking Alpha • Dec 03
Hertz Global Holdings: Weak Financially And Lags Industry Trends
Summary I recommend holding Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. due to weak financial performance, high debt, and poor stock performance, underperforming the S&P 500 by over 73%. HTZ struggles with inflated costs, declining net income, and operational inefficiencies, particularly due to an aging fleet, leading to low revenue growth and high expenses. The company lags behind industry trends like electric vehicles and shared mobility, further challenging its future growth prospects and competitive positioning. HTZ's high leverage and weak balance sheet limit its ability to innovate and adapt, making a turnaround slow and uncertain; hence, a hold rating. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Oct 08
Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:HTZ) Held Back By Insufficient Growth Even After Shares Climb 27%
Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. ( NASDAQ:HTZ ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 27% after a shaky period...Seeking Alpha • Jul 31
Hertz Global Holdings: Good Strategic Initiatives, But Too Early To Buy
Summary High vehicle depreciation costs in Q1 2024, especially from EVs, impact earnings results. Management's plan to sell 30,000 EVs by the end of the year could improve adjusted EBITDA. Recent insider buying activity is positive, but no short-term catalysts for a turnaround. The share price could still go down to the $1 level. My rating is a Hold, with a good potential for a turnaround in 2025. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Jun 19
Hertz Global Holdings, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:HTZ) 44% Dip In Price Shows Sentiment Is Matching Revenues
To the annoyance of some shareholders, Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. ( NASDAQ:HTZ ) shares are down a considerable 44% in...Analysis Article • Jun 17
Capital Allocation Trends At Hertz Global Holdings (NASDAQ:HTZ) Aren't Ideal
What underlying fundamental trends can indicate that a company might be in decline? Businesses in decline often have...CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 31 2026 | n/a | n/a | -US$637m |
| Dec 31 2025 | US$5m | US$2m | -US$747m |
| Sep 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | -US$1b |
| Jun 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | -US$3b |
| Mar 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | -US$3b |
| Dec 31 2024 | US$35m | US$1m | -US$3b |
Compensation vs Market: Gil's total compensation ($USD4.52M) is about average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD5.47M).
Compensation vs Earnings: Gil's compensation has been consistent with company performance over the past year.
CEO
Gil West (64 yo)
2.1yrs
Tenure
US$4,524,371
Compensation
Mr. Wayne Gilbert West, also known as Gil, serves as Chief Executive Officer & Director of The Hertz Corporation since April 2024. He serves as Chief Executive Officer and Director at Hertz Global Holdings...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO & Director | 2.1yrs | US$4.52m | 0.32% $ 5.4m | |
| Executive VP & CFO | 1.9yrs | US$3.47m | 0.10% $ 1.7m | |
| COO & EVP | less than a year | US$2.85m | 0.35% $ 5.9m | |
| Executive VP & Chief Administrative Officer | 1.3yrs | US$3.37m | no data | |
| Executive VP & Chief Commercial Officer | no data | US$2.10m | 0.32% $ 5.3m | |
| Senior VP & Chief Accounting Officer | less than a year | no data | 0.013% $ 224.1k | |
| EVP, Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary | less than a year | no data | 0.0019% $ 31.8k | |
| Senior VP & Chief Communications Officer | 1.7yrs | no data | no data | |
| Executive Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer | less than a year | no data | 0.00093% $ 15.6k | |
| Executive Vice President of Fleet Management | 1.8yrs | no data | no data | |
| Executive Vice President of Hertz International | 2.4yrs | no data | no data | |
| Executive Vice President Mobility | 1.3yrs | no data | no data |
1.3yrs
Average Tenure
59yo
Average Age
Experienced Management: HTZ's management team is not considered experienced ( 1.3 years average tenure), which suggests a new team.
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO & Director | 2.1yrs | US$4.52m | 0.32% $ 5.4m | |
| Independent Chairman | 4.9yrs | US$21.30k | no data | |
| Independent Director | 4.9yrs | US$276.24k | 0.087% $ 1.5m | |
| Independent Director | 1.8yrs | US$225.00k | 0.016% $ 275.1k | |
| Independent Director | 9.9yrs | US$330.85k | 0.022% $ 370.0k | |
| Independent Director | 2.3yrs | US$3.33k | no data | |
| Independent Vice Chairperson of the Board | 4.9yrs | US$8.68k | no data | |
| Independent Director | 4.9yrs | US$824.00 | no data | |
| Independent Director | 1.8yrs | US$279.98k | 0% $ 0 | |
| Independent Director | 4.8yrs | US$275.92k | 0.0093% $ 155.8k | |
| Independent Director | 4.7yrs | US$236.58k | 0.0026% $ 43.3k |
4.8yrs
Average Tenure
57yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: HTZ's board of directors are considered experienced (4.8 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/24 13:51 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/22 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. is covered by 15 analysts. 8 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Brian Johnson | Barclays |
| Dan Levy | Barclays |
| John Babcock | BofA Global Research |