Hertz Global Holdings Inc (HTZ)

Return on equity (ROE)

Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019
Net income US$ in thousands 616,000 2,059,000 366,000 -1,714,000 -58,000
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 3,092,000 2,645,000 2,977,000 56,000 1,769,000
ROE 19.92% 77.84% 12.29% -3,060.71% -3.28%

December 31, 2023 calculation

ROE = Net income ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $616,000K ÷ $3,092,000K
= 19.92%

Hertz Global Holdings Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) has shown significant fluctuations over the past three years. In 2023, the ROE stood at 19.92%, a substantial decrease from the previous year's exceptionally high ROE of 77.84% in 2022. The negative ROE of -2.82% in 2021 indicates that the company's net income was insufficient to cover shareholder equity, resulting in a loss. The decreasing trend from 2022 to 2023 raises concerns about the company's profitability and efficiency in generating returns for shareholders. Further analysis of Hertz Global Holdings Inc.'s financial performance and operational strategies may be necessary to identify the factors contributing to these ROE fluctuations and to assess the company's future prospects.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023

Company name
Symbol
ROE
Hertz Global Holdings Inc
HTZ
19.92%
Avis Budget Group Inc
CAR
Ryder System Inc
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13.23%