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Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: HTZ) generates a steady flow of news as a global car rental and mobility solutions provider operating the Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty and Firefly brands. The company’s updates reflect developments across its rental operations, fleet strategy, capital structure, and customer-facing initiatives tied to travel and mobility demand.
News coverage for Hertz often includes financial and operational results, such as quarterly earnings announcements and utilization metrics, which the company reports through press releases and related Form 8-K filings. These updates can highlight trends in rental volumes, fleet composition, and profitability initiatives within its Americas RAC and International RAC segments.
Hertz also issues news about capital markets activity, including offerings of exchangeable senior notes by its subsidiary The Hertz Corporation and related financing structures. Such announcements describe how proceeds may be used, for example, to redeem or repurchase existing senior notes or for general corporate purposes, and they are typically accompanied by cautionary statements about forward-looking information.
In addition, the company’s news stream features corporate and strategic developments, such as executive appointments, customer experience programs, marketing partnerships and mobility-related initiatives. These items provide context on how Hertz manages its global brands, invests in its fleet and digital capabilities, and engages with travelers through loyalty programs and promotional campaigns.
Investors and followers of HTZ news can use this page to review company-issued press releases and related market-moving information. By monitoring these updates over time, readers can track how Hertz responds to changes in travel demand, manages its vehicle fleet and balance sheet, and communicates key milestones in its broader transformation and mobility strategy.
Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. announced that its common stock will start trading exclusively on the over-the-counter market starting October 30, 2020. The decision follows the company's Chapter 11 filing on May 22, 2020, and the NYSE's determination that Hertz was no longer suitable for listing. The stock will trade under the new ticker symbol HTZGQ on the OTC Bulletin Board, as its previous listing on the NYSE will cease on the same date. Investor information and Chapter 11 case details are available on the company's website.
Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: HTZ) announced the appointment of Alexandra (Alex) Brooks as Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, effective November 1, 2020. Brooks, who has over 25 years of finance and accounting experience, previously served as Senior Vice President, Internal Audit at Hertz since June 2020. Her past roles include positions at Aptiv PLC and General Electric. Hertz's CFO, Kenny Cheung, praised her contributions, stating her expertise will support the company's future.
Hertz Global Holdings (NYSE: HTZ) announced commitments for $1.65 billion in debtor-in-possession (DIP) financing to aid its Chapter 11 restructuring. This financing, subject to court approval, includes up to $1 billion for vehicle acquisitions in the U.S. and Canada and $800 million for working capital. Hertz’s CEO, Paul Stone, expressed optimism about the support from first-lien lenders amid the challenges posed by the pandemic on the travel industry. A court hearing for the financing is scheduled for October 29, 2020.
Hertz Global Holdings announced the appointment of Kenny K. Cheung as Chief Financial Officer, effective September 24, 2020. Cheung, previously Executive VP of Finance and Chief Operational Finance and Restructuring Officer, succeeds R. Eric Esper, who resigned but will assist as Chief Accounting Officer until November 1, 2020. Cheung joined Hertz in December 2018, having previously held roles at Nielsen Holdings and General Electric. CEO Paul Stone expressed confidence in Cheung's financial leadership during this pivotal time for the company.
Hertz Global Holdings (NYSE: HTZ) announced the resignation of CFO Jamere Jackson, effective September 11, 2020. He will assist in the transition. R. Eric Esper has been promoted to CFO, while Kenny K. Cheung takes on a new role as Chief Operational Finance and Restructuring Officer. Both executives have significant experience, with Esper previously serving as Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer since 2018, and Cheung having held various roles at Nielsen and GE. Hertz aims to leverage this leadership to navigate the ongoing challenges posed by the pandemic and its bankruptcy process.
Hertz Global Holdings reported Q2 2020 results with revenue of $832 million, a 67% decline year-over-year, and a net loss of $847 million. Adjusted Corporate EBITDA was negative $587 million, with liquidity at $1.4 billion.
Despite severe impacts from the pandemic, the company reduced operating expenses by 47% and experienced sequential revenue improvements in May and June. A strong used-car market is allowing Hertz to aggressively sell fleet vehicles. The company is currently undergoing Chapter 11 reorganization to enhance its financial stability and future growth prospects.