Herc Holdings Inc. Increases Quarterly Dividend by 5% to $0.665 per share

BONITA SPRINGS, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Herc Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: HRI), one of North America’s leading equipment rental suppliers, today announced that its Board of Directors has increased the Company's quarterly dividend by $0.0325 per share, or 5%, to $0.665 per share.

The dividend is payable March 7, 2024, to shareholders of record as of February 21, 2024.

At the new rate, the indicated dividend on an annual basis is $2.66 per share compared to the previous rate of $2.53 per share.

“Investments in the growth of our business, the increase in our dividend, and the share buybacks we made in 2023 underscore the strength of our balance sheet and confidence in our strategic direction as we enter 2024. We remain committed to delivering sustained profit growth and returns to our shareholders,” said Larry Silber, president, chief executive officer.

About Herc Holdings Inc.

Founded in 1965, Herc Holdings Inc., which operates through its Herc Rentals Inc. subsidiary, is a full-line equipment rental supplier with approximately 382 locations across North America, and 2022 total revenues of approximately $2.7 billion. We offer products and services aimed at helping customers work more efficiently, effectively, and safely. Our classic fleet includes aerial, earthmoving, material handling, trucks and trailers, air compressors, compaction, and lighting equipment. Our ProSolutions® offering includes industry-specific, solutions-based services in tandem with power generation, climate control, remediation and restoration, pumps, and trench shoring equipment as well as our ProContractor professional grade tools. We employ approximately 7,000 employees, who equip our customers and communities to build a brighter future. Learn more at www.hercrentals.com and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

All references to “Herc Holdings” or the “Company” in this press release refer to Herc Holdings Inc. and its subsidiaries, unless otherwise indicated.

Forward-Looking Statements

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Leslie Hunziker

Senior Vice President,

Investor Relations, Communications & Sustainability

Leslie.hunziker@hercrentals.com

239-301-1675

Source: Herc Holdings, Inc.