Hertz Global Holdings Inc (HTZ)

Return on equity (ROE)

Dec 31, 2024 Sep 30, 2024 Jun 30, 2024 Mar 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Sep 30, 2023 Jun 30, 2023 Mar 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Sep 30, 2022 Jun 30, 2022 Mar 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Sep 30, 2021 Jun 30, 2021 Mar 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Sep 30, 2020 Jun 30, 2020 Mar 31, 2020
Net income (ttm) US$ in thousands -2,862,000 -2,731,000 -770,000 234,000 616,000 1,080,000 1,028,000 1,829,000 2,059,000 1,683,000 1,711,000 603,000 367,000 338,000 -489,000 -1,168,000 -1,714,000 -1,543,000 -1,152,000 -267,000
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 153,000 681,000 1,958,000 2,812,000 3,092,000 3,390,000 2,839,000 2,774,000 2,645,000 2,761,000 2,729,000 2,702,000 2,977,000 4,206,000 3,620,000 265,000 56,000 341,000 559,000 1,372,000
ROE -1,870.59% -401.03% -39.33% 8.32% 19.92% 31.86% 36.21% 65.93% 77.84% 60.96% 62.70% 22.32% 12.33% 8.04% -13.51% -440.75% -3,060.71% -452.49% -206.08% -19.46%

December 31, 2024 calculation

ROE = Net income (ttm) ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $-2,862,000K ÷ $153,000K
= -1,870.59%

Hertz Global Holdings Inc's Return on Equity (ROE) has shown significant fluctuations over the years, as per the provided data. The company experienced negative ROE figures in the earlier periods, indicating that its net income was insufficient to generate a positive return for equity holders.

The negative ROE figures in the late 2020 and early 2021 periods were particularly alarming, reaching as low as -3,060.71%, reflecting a substantial loss relative to the equity invested in the company.

However, the trend changed starting from March 2022, with the ROE turning positive and showing a steady improvement over the subsequent quarters. The positive ROE figures indicate that the company's profitability improved, and it started generating a return for its equity investors.

The ROE reached its peak at 77.84% in December 2022, signifying a strong performance in utilizing equity to generate profits. Although there was some fluctuation in the ROE figures in the following quarters, the values remained positive, indicating a more sustainable growth trajectory for the company.

Overall, the recent positive trend in Hertz Global Holdings Inc's ROE demonstrates an improvement in the company's financial performance and its ability to generate returns for shareholders. However, monitoring future ROE figures will be crucial to assess the company's continued financial health and profitability.


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Dec 31, 2024

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Symbol
ROE
Hertz Global Holdings Inc
HTZ
-1,870.59%
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