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Avis Budget Group, Inc. (symbol: CAR) is a leading global provider of vehicle rental and car-sharing services. The company operates under several renowned brands, including Avis, Budget, and Zipcar. With over 10,000 rental locations across approximately 175 countries, Avis Budget Group offers a wide range of mobility solutions to both leisure and business travelers.
The Avis brand caters to the premium commercial and leisure segments, while Budget focuses on value-conscious consumers. Zipcar, the world’s leading car-sharing network, provides convenient access to vehicles for its over 900,000 members, allowing them to rent cars by the hour or day. Avis Budget Group manages most of its operations directly in North America, Europe, and Australasia, while it relies primarily on licensees in other regions.
Avis Budget Group has a significant workforce, comprising approximately 30,000 employees, and its headquarters are located in Parsippany, New Jersey. The company continuously strives to enhance its service offerings and expand its footprint globally.
Recently, Zipcar launched an electric vehicle (EV) initiative in major U.S. cities, including Boston, Chicago, New York City, and San Francisco. This initiative aims to provide equitable and sustainable transportation options to disadvantaged communities, with Zipcar committing to allocate 25% of its electric fleet to these areas. Zipcar has also joined the White House EV Acceleration Challenge to promote equitable transportation and environmental sustainability.
Avis Budget Group continues to innovate and partner with various stakeholders such as cities, university campuses, and businesses to meet the growing demand for electric vehicles and sustainable transportation solutions. For instance, their focus on expanding the EV fleet and facilitating first-time EV drivers with resources and guides underscores their commitment to a greener future.
With consistent efforts to enhance its service quality and sustainability, Avis Budget Group remains a prominent player in the global mobility solutions market.
Avis Budget Group (NASDAQ: CAR) will announce its Q2 2024 results after market close on August 5, 2024. The company will conduct a conference call to discuss these results on August 6, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time. Investors can access the call via the company's investor relations website or by dialing (877)-407-2991. A web replay will be available shortly after the call on the same website. Additionally, a telephone replay will be accessible from 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time on August 6 until 10:00 p.m. on August 19, 2024, at (877)-660-6853 using the conference code 13743682.
AVIS has announced a multi-year extension of its partnership with the PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions, and Korn Ferry Tour, continuing through 2028. AVIS will remain the Official Rental Car Company for these events, providing vehicles for players, caddies, employees, and fans. The partnership, which began in 2011, will also feature the AVIS ‘Plan on Us’ campaign to engage fans during the FedExCup season. Additionally, AVIS has signed a two-year partnership with PGA TOUR winner and Olympic Gold Medalist Xander Schauffele, who will serve as a brand ambassador.
Avis Budget Group announced the pricing of €200 million in additional 7.25% Senior Notes due 2030 through its subsidiary, Avis Budget Finance. These Notes will be added to the €400 million previously issued under the same terms. Priced at 100.25% of face value, the offering will close on May 21, 2024, pending standard conditions. Proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes, including debt repayment. The Notes are offered only to qualified institutional buyers under Rule 144A of the Securities Act and will not be registered in the U.S. This announcement does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any securities.
Avis Budget Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: CAR) announced its intention to offer €200 million of Senior Notes through its subsidiary, Avis Budget Finance plc, for general corporate purposes. The Notes will be issued under an existing Indenture and guaranteed by the Company and its U.S. subsidiaries. The offering will target qualified institutional buyers under Rule 144A or non-U.S. persons under Regulation S. This press release is not an offer to buy or sell securities, and the Notes have not been registered under the Securities Act.
Avis Budget Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: CAR) reported strong financial results for the first quarter of 2024, with revenues reaching $2.6 billion driven by robust travel demand. Despite a net loss of $113 million, their Adjusted EBITDA stood at $12 million. The company's liquidity position was strong, with approximately $0.7 billion in cash and $3.8 billion in fleet funding capacity. Avis Budget Group is well-positioned for the upcoming spring and summer travel seasons.
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