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Herc(NYSE) HRI

Market Cap$5.40BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (2016)+455%
5 Year+48%
1 Year+34%
1 Month+9%
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$161.71
-3.80%
-6.39Today
After hours$161.44-$0.27 (-0.17%)
Herc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 161.662026-08-20
Herc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-4.18%USD 168.712026-08-13
1 month+9.27%USD 147.942026-07-21
3 month+25.96%USD 128.342026-05-22
Year to date+10.02%USD 146.932025-12-31
1 year+34.25%USD 120.422025-08-20
3 year+33.72%USD 120.902023-08-21
5 year+47.67%USD 109.472021-08-20
Since inception+455.31%USD 30.272016-07-01

Herc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$5.40BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

$4.86B

Net Income (TTM)

$49.00M

EPS (TTM)

$1.47

P/E Ratio

110.12

Dividend

$2.80

Beta (Volatility)

1.64 (High)

Price

$161.71

Volume

487.082

Open

$165.14

Previous Close

$161.66

Daily Range

$159.69 - $167.08

52-Week Range

$88.45 - $188.35

Estimated Earnings Date

Oct 27, 2026

HRI News

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Herc Stock Is Down 5% as One Fund Makes $6 Million Bet. Is Now the Time to Buy?

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Herc Holdings Posts 30% Rental Growth While Big Fund Rebalances $4 Million

Jonathan PoncianoFeb 6, 2026
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Herc Revenue Jumps 18% in Fiscal Q2

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About Herc

Herc Holdings Inc. rents heavy machinery to construction and industrial firms. It helps businesses finish projects without buying expensive equipment. The company also sells used gear and provides maintenance services.

Gear for the Big Jobs

  • Equipment Rental: Heavy machinery including aerial lifts, earthmovers, and trucks; generated $1.1 billion for the three-month period ended June 30, 2026.
  • ProSolutions: Solution-based services such as power generation and climate control; provides specialized gear for studio production and remediation.
  • ProContractor: Professional grade tools and construction supplies; includes safety equipment and small tools for contractors.
  • Support Services: Repair, maintenance, and safety training; offers equipment management and on-site labor support.

Building a Bigger Footprint

  • Completed the integration of H&E in 2026.
  • Acquired H&E on June 2, 2025, to increase operational scale.
  • Expanded the fleet footprint by opening new greenfield locations during 2025 and 2026.
  • Increased investment in rental equipment by $89 million during the first half of 2026.

Why Herc Stays Resilient

Herc serves diverse industries like aerospace, healthcare, and special events. This broad variety helps the business manage seasonal shifts and cycles.

Performance by the Numbers

  • Total revenues were $1.2 billion in the second quarter of 2026, up 20% year over year.
  • Net income was $19 million in the three-month period ended June 30, 2026, up 154% year over year.
  • Total nominal indebtedness stood at $8.0 billion as of June 30, 2026.
  • Market capitalization was $4.8 billion in the second quarter of 2026, up 21.2% year over year.
  • Net cash from operating activities was $591 million in the first half of 2026, up $179 million year over year.

Bottom Line

Herc has evolved through acquisitions and a focus on specialized services. Its broad industry reach helps it navigate different economic business cycles.

AI Generated • Jul 28, 2026

Industry

Trading Companies and Distributors

Sector

Industrials

Employees

9,600

CEO

Lawrence H. Silber

Website

www.hercrentals.com

Headquarters

Bonita Springs, FL 34134, US

HRI Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

28.93%

Operating Margin

14.46%

Net Income Margin

1.01%

Return on Equity

2.56%

Return on Capital

5.11%

Return on Assets

0.36%

Earnings Yield

0.91%

Dividend Yield

1.73%

Payout Ratio

1.90%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$5.40BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

33.43M

Volume

487.082

Avg. Volume

539.78K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

$1.41B

Operating Income

$702.00M

EBITDA

$1.12B

Operating Cash Flow

$846.00M

Capital Expenditure

-$753.00M

Free Cash Flow

$93.00M

Cash & ST Invst.

$43.00M

Total Debt

$9.47B

Herc Performance Analysis

Herc annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD 2,738,800,00032.1%
20232023-12-31USD 3,282,000,00019.8%
20242024-12-31USD 3,568,000,0008.7%
20252025-12-31USD 4,376,000,00022.6%
Herc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q32025-09-3030.1%
Q42025-12-31-7.3%
Q12026-03-31-5.8%
Q22026-06-305.7%
Herc annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD 10.9248.2%
20232023-12-31USD 12.0910.7%
20242024-12-31USD 7.40-38.8%
20252025-12-31USD 0.03-99.6%
Herc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q32025-09-30176.9%
Q42025-12-31-20.0%
Q12026-03-31-200.0%
Q22026-06-30179.2%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

$1.20B

+20.2%

Gross Profit

$377.00M

+13.6%

Gross Margin

31.31%

N/A

Market Cap

$5.40BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

$562.97K

N/A

Employees

9,600

N/A

Net Income

$19.00M

+154.3%

EBITDA

$225.00M

+9.8%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

$43.00M

-18.9%

Total Debt

$9.47B

-4.3%

Accounts Receivable

$805.00M

+3.5%

Inventory

$0.00

N/A

Long Term Debt

$9.38B

-4.4%

Short Term Debt

$89.00M

+7.2%

Return on Assets

0.36%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

5.46%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

-$97.00M

-142.5%

Operating Cash Flow

-$138.00M

-157.3%

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Questions About HRI

What is the current price of Herc?

Herc is trading at $161.66 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Herc?

Over the past 52 weeks, Herc has traded between $88.45 and $188.35.

How much debt does Herc have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Herc reported total debt of $9.56B.

How much cash does Herc have on hand?

Herc reported $43.00M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Herc’s dividend yield?

Herc currently has a dividend yield of 1.73%.

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