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News for U-Haul Holding Company (NYSE: UHAL, UHAL.B) centers on its Moving and Storage operations, insurance subsidiaries and capital markets activity. As the parent of U-Haul International, Inc., Oxford Life Insurance Company, Repwest Insurance Company and Amerco Real Estate Company, the company issues regular updates through press releases and SEC-referenced announcements.
Investors and observers can expect coverage of quarterly and semiannual financial results, where U-Haul Holding Company reports revenues and earnings from operations by segment, discusses trends in self-moving equipment rental, self-storage performance, U-Box container growth and key cost items such as fleet depreciation and maintenance. These releases also highlight cash and credit availability, debt metrics and adjusted EBITDA for the Moving and Storage segment.
Another recurring category of news involves the U-Haul Growth Index, which ranks U.S. states, metropolitan areas and cities based on net gains or losses of one-way U-Haul customers. These stories identify top growth states like Texas and Florida in specific years, leading metros such as Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, and growth cities such as Ocala, Florida, using transaction data from millions of one-way rentals across the U.S. and Canada.
Company communications also frequently describe community-focused initiatives, including offers of 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box container usage in areas affected by flooding and other natural disasters. Additional news items may cover network developments such as the opening or closure of repair shops, job creation at new facilities, participation in investor conferences, and announcements of dividends on the company’s non-voting common stock.
By following this news feed, readers can monitor U-Haul Holding Company’s operating trends, geographic migration insights, disaster relief efforts and corporate actions in one place.
The U-Haul store at 241 N. 1st St. in Nashville has closed after 45 years, with operations ending on Nov. 1, 2021. Following a tornado in March 2020, which damaged the original building, U-Haul plans to convert the 0.59-acre site into a new self-storage facility. Customers are directed to a nearby location at 1031 Whites Creek Pike for self-move products and services. The closure resulted in the layoff of seven employees. U-Haul continues to support communities with essential services during the ongoing COVID-19 recovery.
U-Haul will open a new 200-room self-storage facility in Nashville at the former WASCO masonry warehouse by Dec 15, 2021. This location replaces the store destroyed by a tornado in March 2020, which had been temporarily operating from a trailer. The new facility aims to support local communities and enhance sustainability by repurposing existing buildings. Renovations will create indoor climate-controlled storage and employ at least eight team members, with a focus on hiring locally. U-Haul continues to provide essential services during the COVID-19 recovery.
U-Haul has acquired 7.57 acres in Loveland, Colorado, to build a modern retail and self-storage facility, scheduled for completion in 2023. This new facility will include a three-story building with around 100,000 square feet, offering over 700 indoor, ADA-accessible self-storage units equipped with climate control and high-security features. The store aims to accommodate local demand and will feature a retail showroom, truck rental services, and more. U-Haul plans to hire at least 12 local employees to support the operation, reinforcing its commitment to community job growth.
U-Haul is expanding its self-storage services in Annapolis, Maryland, by acquiring a 3.95-acre property that adds 44,139 square feet and 908 storage units. This strategic move addresses the high demand for self-storage in the area, influenced by the transient population associated with the U.S. Naval Academy. The expansion will lead to new job openings, with a focus on hiring locally, including veterans. U-Haul has been operating in Annapolis since 2019 and aims to enhance its customer offerings as an essential service during COVID-19 recovery.
Humble Design Chicago is focusing on veterans this November, providing essential furnishing services to assist homeless veterans transition to stable housing. Highlighting its commitment, the organization will aid disabled veteran Odell Johnson on Veterans Day, helping him rebuild his life after facing homelessness. Humble Design's efforts have helped 99% of its clients escape homelessness, showcasing a successful model since servicing 2,000 families since its inception. Notably, U-Haul is a national sponsor, facilitating this initiative, alongside local support from Jewel-Osco.
AMERCO (Nasdaq: UHAL) reported strong second-quarter earnings for fiscal 2022, with net earnings of $409.9 million, or $20.90 per share, up from $266.4 million, or $13.58 per share, year-over-year. For the six-month period, net earnings reached $755.1 million, or $38.51 per share, significantly higher than the previous $354.1 million. Revenue from self-moving equipment rentals increased by 27% to $1.16 billion, while self-storage revenues rose by 33%. Additionally, the company secured $600 million in fixed-rate senior unsecured notes to bolster its financial strength.
U-Haul has purchased six acres in Las Cruces to develop a new self-storage facility, scheduled for completion in 2023. The facility will feature over 85,000 square feet of indoor storage, with 600 climate-controlled units and advanced security. This move responds to increasing demand in the area, known for its appeal to retirees. The Northrise location will also offer U-Box portable storage and additional moving supplies. U-Haul emphasizes community employment and intends to prioritize local hires, particularly veterans, as part of its staffing strategy.
U-Haul at Yale Ave. in Tulsa, Oklahoma has permanently closed after 38 years of operation. Opened in 1983, the store provided truck rentals, moving supplies, and other services. Customers are directed to the nearby U-Haul Moving & Storage of Midtown for all their needs. This facility offers extensive services including climate-controlled storage and professional hitch installations. The closure reflects strategic business decisions by U-Haul, driven by factors such as shifting demographics and consolidation of services. One employee was let go due to this closure.
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U-Haul will transform a former Kmart building at 1500 Charleston Hwy., West Columbia, into over 700 indoor climate-controlled self-storage rooms to address rising customer demand. This adaptive reuse project involves a 100,984-square-foot facility, emphasizing U-Haul's commitment to sustainability by reducing the environmental impact associated with new constructions. The facility will offer high-tech security, affordable pricing, and extended access hours. U-Haul plans to hire at least 12 local team members, further contributing to community growth.