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- **Record Q3 performance**: $2.5B revenue, $190M EBITDA, 84% fleet utilization (highest since 2018).
- **Digital car sales success**: 70% rent-to-buy conversion in 100+ cities, e-commerce platform expansion.
- **Cost control & liquidity**: DOE per day down 1%, $2.2B total liquidity.
- **2026 growth plan**: Target $1B EBITDA by 2027 via off-airport (mid-single-digit growth) and mobility (10-20% growth).
- **Risks**: Q4 system outages cost $10-20M, 2026 DPU below $300/month contingent on fleet mix execution.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- Q3 revenue reached $2.5 billion, with adjusted corporate EBITDA of $190 million, up $350 million year-over-year.
- Achieved record fleet utilization of 84% (highest since 2018) despite 2% of U.S. fleet under recall.
- Launched Hertz car sales e-commerce platform, with 70% rent-to-buy conversion rate in over 100 cities.
- North American Net Promoter Score (NPS) increased nearly 50% year-over-year.
- 2026 strategy includes growing off-airport and mobility businesses at mid-to-high single-digit rates, targeting $1 billion EBITDA by 2027.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- Q3 GAAP net income: $184 million (first positive EPS in 2 years).
- Direct operating expenses (DOE) per day improved 1% year-over-year, driven by cost control.
- Total liquidity: $2.2 billion (including $1.1 billion unrestricted cash).
- Q4 guidance: Negative low to mid-single-digit EBITDA margin due to seasonal softness and $10-20 million revenue impact from system outages.
- 2026 outlook: 3-6% EBITDA margin, with DPU below $300/month.

**【Q&A Key Highlights】**
- **Value-creating platform**: Car sales, service, and mobility businesses will diversify revenue beyond core rental (e.g., 70%+ car sales through digital channels).
- **Fleet economics**: Model year 2026 buys at price/volume targets, enabling shorter hold periods and higher residuals.
- **International demand**: Airport demand up 4% year-over-year, corporate bookings improving post-Q2 lows.
- **2026 risks**: Elevated recalls and seasonal fluctuations may impact residuals and utilization.
- **Mobility growth**: Rideshare partnerships and AV infrastructure investments position Hertz for future mobility trends.

Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (HTZ) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

- **EBITDA Turnaround**: First positive adjusted EBITDA ($1M) in 2 years, with $0.5B YoY improvement.
- **Fleet Efficiency**: 80% U.S. fleet under 1 year old, DPU $251 (vs. $300 target), retail sales highest in 5 years.
- **Cost Savings**: DOE down 3% YoY, targeting low 30s per transaction day.
- **Demand Recovery**: Q2 utilization 83%, August bookings narrowing gap vs. 2024 trends.
- **AVs & Growth**: Strategic focus on EV/AV partnerships and premium Hertz brand (70% fleet mix).

**【Management Opening Remarks】**
- Johann Rawlinson introduced the call, emphasizing the company's focus on global business and use of non-GAAP financial measures. He highlighted the availability of slides and the forward-looking nature of the discussion.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- **Transformation Progress**: Delivered first positive adjusted corporate EBITDA in 2 years ($1 million) and nearly $0.5 billion YoY improvement. Fleet utilization reached 83%, highest in 2 years.
- **Fleet Strategy**: 80% of U.S. core fleet under 1 year old, reducing depreciation to $251 (vs. $300 target). Q2 retail vehicle sales highest in 5 years.
- **Operational Efficiency**: Direct operating expense (DOE) per transaction day improved YoY, targeting low 30s.
- **Customer Satisfaction**: Net Promoter Score (NPS) up 11 points YoY, with strong loyalty program enrollment.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Q2 Results**: Total revenue $2.2B, adjusted EBITDA $1M (vs. -$460M YoY). DPU $251 (vs. $300 target), driven by fleet rotation and strong residual values.
- **Cost Management**: DOE down 3% YoY, with $36 per transaction day (target low 30s). Liquidity $1.4B, ABS fair market value at 110% of net book.
- **Outlook**: Q3 EBITDA margin mid- to high single digits, Q4 slightly positive. Full year EBITDA slightly below breakeven due to delayed pricing recovery.

**【Commercial Strategy (Sandeep Dube)】**
- **Revenue Growth**: Q2 RPU $1,400 (flat YoY, +1% adj. for mix). Utilization +300bps YoY, driven by fleet optimization and demand generation.
- **Pricing Challenges**: Q2 RPD down 5% YoY, but August bookings narrowing gap vs. 2024 trends. Model year 2026 fleet acquisition delayed due to supply chain.
- **Digital Initiatives**: 100% YoY increase in U.S. loyalty sign-ups, 50% growth in off-airport and mobility revenue.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **AVs & Robotaxis**: Hertz positioned to lead with fleet expertise, EV/AV partnerships, and global footprint.
- **Recall Impact**: 2% fleet affected in Q3, but younger fleet mitigates risk. Tech ops proactive in managing recalls.
- **Liquidity & Debt**: $1.4B liquidity, no maturities until 2026. ATM issuance possible for deleveraging.
- **Fleet Growth**: Will grow profitably, with focus on premium Hertz brand (70% mix vs. 50% prior).


Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (HTZ) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

- **Fleet Transformation Success**: 70% of U.S. fleet under 12 months old, DPU below $300 in Q2, and 1% residual value gains generating $100M+ annually.
- **Financial Improvement**: Q1 EBITDA loss narrowed by 9%, DPU down 45% YoY, and $100M+ annualized DOE savings.
- **Liquidity Strength**: $1.2B+ liquidity, ATM program to deleverage, and MY26 supply chain disruptions poised to boost RPD.
- **Customer Focus**: NPS up 11pts YoY, balanced cost-cutting with customer experience investments.
- **Tariff Resilience**: MY25 fleet tariff-free, MY26 negotiations ongoing with potential supply chain tailwinds.


**【CEO Opening Remarks】**
- Q1 2025 marked progress in fleet transformation, with 70% of core U.S. RAC fleet now 12 months old or newer, driving DPU below $300 and improving residual values.
- Emphasized disciplined fleet management, revenue optimization, and cost control as core strategies. Q2 2025 DPU expected to drop below $300, with rising residual values (1% increase generates $100M+ benefits).
- Fleet size reduced 8% YoY to manage macroeconomic uncertainty, with flexibility to adjust based on demand trends.

**【CFO Financial Performance】**
- Q1 2025 revenue: $1.8B, adjusted EBITDA loss: $325M (vs. $567M YoY improvement). DPU decreased 45% YoY to $353/month, with Q2 2025 targeting sub-$300 DPU.
- Liquidity strong at $1.2B, with $1B+ expected by Q2 end. ATM program authorized to deleverage, targeting $250M in equity issuance.
- Fleet rotation benefits: $100M+ annualized DOE savings, with Q1 2025 DOE down 4% QoQ and 1% YoY on a volume-adjusted basis.

**【Q&A Key Highlights】**
- **Fleet Strategy**: 2/3 of MY25 fleet delivered, avoiding tariffs. Q1 overfleeting temporary, resolved by Q2. MY26 supply chain disruptions could support RPD and residual values.
- **Cost Management**: Customer experience investments (e.g., AI, revenue management) balanced with cost control, with NPS up 11pts YoY.
- **Tariff Impact**: MY25 fleet unaffected by tariffs; MY26 negotiations ongoing, with potential tailwinds from supply constraints.
- **Demand Trends**: Leisure bookings up YoY, corporate/government demand soft. Off-airport and mobility businesses seen as resilient growth drivers.
- **Residual Values**: Retail sales gains (Q1 record retail volume), wholesale residuals up 8% in April. Rising residuals expected to offset fleet aging.


Hertz Global (HTZ)-13 May 25-2025 Q1 Earnings call transcript

- **Fleet Transformation**: 60% of fleet under 1 year old; 100,000 vehicles sold in Q4 2024. Targeting sub-$300 DPU by end-2025 via retail sales channel expansion. 
- **Customer Satisfaction**: NPS gains driven by newer vehicles and improved service recovery. Loyalty enrollments +18% YoY in Q4. 
- **Cost Efficiency**: Core operating expenses down YoY; DOE per day improving despite lower volume. 
- **Liquidity Strength**: $1.8B liquidity at end-2024; planning for 2026 debt maturities with strong balance sheet flexibility. 
- **Tariff Impact**: Potential used car residual value uplift from new vehicle price increases. 
- **Mobility Growth**: EV fleet expansion in rideshare with driver incentives; 30,000 EVs reduced in 2024.

**【CEO Opening Remarks】**
- **Fleet Rotation Progress**: 60% of fleet is 1 year old or newer, with 100,000 vehicles sold in Q4 2024 (vs. 30,000 in Q4 2023). Targeting sub-$300 DPU by end-2025 through optimized sales channels (e.g., retail focus). 
- **Customer Experience**: Net Promoter Scores (NPS) improved significantly in 2024, driven by newer vehicles, digital experience enhancements, and service recovery improvements. 
- **Team Restructuring**: Added executives with expertise in operational excellence (e.g., Chris Berg from Home Depot) and mobility (e.g., Doria Holbrook from Amazon). 
- **2025 Focus**: Excellence in execution, core business strength, and new value creation through mobility initiatives. 

**【CFO Financial Highlights】**
- **Q4 2024 Results**: Revenue $2.0B (7% YoY decline), Adjusted EBITDA loss $357M. Fleet utilization improved 270bps QoQ. 
- **DPU Performance**: Q4 DPU $347 (slightly better than $350-$375 guidance), but net DPU exceeded range due to MMR value declines. Q1 2025 DPU expected to decline sequentially, with further improvement in Q2+. Target: sub-$300 DPU by end-2025. 
- **Cost Control**: Core operating expenses (labor, maintenance, collision) down YoY. DOE per day down slightly despite lower volume. 
- **Liquidity**: $1.8B at end-2024, including $500M capital raise. Liquidity expected to trough mid-2025, with cash generation starting Q3+. 
- **Future Guidance**: 2025 EBITDA margin ~low single-digits, with Q4 2025 profit. 

**【Q&A Key Themes】**
- **Fleet Management**: <10% of sales via auctions; targeting higher-margin retail channels. Fleet size down 7% YoY, with further reductions to capture durable demand (e.g., loyalty bookings +18% YoY). 
- **Cost Structure**: DOE target low-30s by end-2025. Insurance headwinds expected to ease in 2H 2025. 
- **Competitive Dynamics**: Tariffs on new vehicles could boost used car residual values, benefiting Hertz's fleet rotation strategy. 
- **Mobility Growth**: Expanding EV fleet in rideshare (drivers receive incentives for EVs), with 30,000 EVs reduced in 2024. 
- **Liquidity Management**: Planning for 2026 debt maturities; strong balance sheet flexibility with $1.2B revolver availability.

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