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What changed in HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC's 10-K — 2023 vs 2024

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Paragraph-level year-over-year comparison of HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC's 2023 and 2024 10-K annual filings, covering the Business, Risk Factors, Legal Proceedings, Cybersecurity, MD&A and Market Risk sections. Every new, removed and edited paragraph is highlighted side-by-side so you can see exactly what management changed in the 2024 report.

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Top changes in HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC's 2024 10-K

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Item 1. Business

Business — how the company describes what it does

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Biggest changeThere are a number of risks associated with our EV strategy, including but not limited to the following: • Volatility in the pricing of new EVs by manufacturers, which can impact the residual values of EVs in our fleet; • The timeline for the build out of the charging infrastructure that is needed to fully support an increase in EVs generally for the public, our ability to facilitate access to that infrastructure for our customers, and our ability to develop our own charging infrastructure; • Demand for EVs, which may be impacted by customer sentiment regarding EVs overall, including with respect to the reliability and safety of EVs and access to charging infrastructure; • The frequency of damage and collision to EVs, which may be impacted by lack of familiarity by drivers; • Our ability to successfully deploy EVs to ride share drivers; • Costs associated with maintaining or repairing EVs and related infrastructure, which may remain elevated until the market for labor and parts for EV and EV infrastructure repair and maintenance matures; • Our ability to secure adequate EV supply within the time frame we, and our customers, expect; • Our ability to attract, retain and train talent that is capable of managing an EV fleet; • Risks related to the battery cells on which EVs depend, including the safety of such products and the associated need to maintain and significantly grow access to battery cells and raw materials; • Risks related to the data connectivity and the technology upon which the success of these initiatives will rely, such as risks of unauthorized access to modify or use such technology; and • Possible competition from other vehicle rental providers or mobility industry participants that may implement similar strategies and the possibility that our EV initiatives are not as successful with our consumer base as anticipated.
Biggest changeThere are a number of risks associated with our EV fleet, including, but not limited to, the following: • volatility in the pricing of new EVs by manufacturers, which can impact the residual values of EVs in our fleet; • demand for EVs, which may be impacted by customer sentiment regarding EVs overall, including with respect to the reliability and safety of EVs and access to charging infrastructure; • the frequency of damage and collision to EVs, which may be impacted by lack of familiarity with EVs by drivers; • our ability to successfully deploy EVs to ride share drivers; • costs associated with maintaining or repairing EVs and related infrastructure, which may remain elevated until the market for labor and parts for EV and EV infrastructure repair and maintenance matures; • our ability to attract, retain and train talent that is capable of managing an EV fleet; • risks related to the battery cells on which EVs depend, including the safety of such products and the associated need to maintain and significantly grow access to battery cells and raw materials; • risks related to the data connectivity and the technology upon which the success of these initiatives will rely, such as risks of unauthorized access to modify or use such technology; • uncertainty with respect to government regulations, as well as economic and tax incentives and conditions; • volatility resulting from the removal of certain EV-related tax incentives, which could negatively impact our vehicle costs; and • the possibility that our EVs are not as attractive to our customers, especially our ride share customers, as anticipated.
These benefits diminish when there are fewer program vehicles in our fleet, which has generally been the case in recent years. The significant majority of vehicles in our fleet are non-program vehicles. Overall, the percentage of non-program fleet that we hold exposes us to residual value risk.
These benefits diminish when there are fewer program vehicles in our fleet, which has generally been the case in recent years. The significant majority of vehicles in our fleet are non-program vehicles. Overall, the percentage of our non-program fleet that we hold exposes us to residual value risk.
Reductions in levels of air travel, whether caused by general economic conditions including inflation, higher airfare costs or other events such as work stoppages, military conflicts, terrorist incidents, civil unrest, cybersecurity incidents, natural disasters, epidemic or pandemic diseases, government shutdowns, recessions or other economic or labor market downturns, or the response of governments to any of these events, could have a material adverse effect on the demand for vehicle rentals overall and for our rental vehicles in particular.
Reductions in levels of air travel, whether caused by general economic conditions, such as inflation, higher airfare costs or other events such as work stoppages, military conflicts, terrorist incidents, civil unrest, cybersecurity incidents, natural disasters, epidemic or pandemic diseases, government shutdowns, recessions or other economic or labor market downturns, or the response of governments to any of these events, could have a material adverse effect on the demand for vehicle rentals overall and for our rental vehicles in particular.
Loss of access to or prominence within any of these channels, changes in pricing or commission structures or other terms within these channels, or a reduction in transaction volume through these channels could have a material adverse effect on our financial condition or results of operations, liquidity and cash flows, particularly if our customers are unable to access our reservation systems through alternate channels.
Loss of access to or prominence within any of these channels, changes in pricing or commission structures or other terms within these channels, or a reduction in transaction volume through these channels could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations, liquidity and cash flows, particularly if our customers are unable to access our reservation systems through alternate channels.
However, there are many factors that can affect the market for used vehicles. Vehicle purchases are typically discretionary for consumers and the market for used vehicles is subject to many economic factors, such as demand, consumer interests, inventory levels, pricing of new car models, interest rates, fuel costs, tariffs and other general economic conditions.
However, there are many factors that can affect the market for used vehicles. Vehicle purchases are typically discretionary for consumers and the market for used vehicles is subject to many economic factors, such as demand, consumer interests, inventory levels, pricing of new car models, interest rates, inflation, fuel costs, tariffs and other general economic conditions.
Additional risks and uncertainties not currently known to us or that we currently deem to be immaterial may also materially and adversely affect our business, results of operations, financial condition, liquidity and cash flows in future periods.
Additional risks and uncertainties that are not currently known to us or that we currently deem to be immaterial may also materially and adversely affect our business, results of operations, financial condition, liquidity and cash flows in future periods.
These challenges related to emerging technology may result in loss of competitive differentiation, margin erosion, declining market share, inability to achieve our strategic initiatives, inefficient or outdated service delivery platforms, inability to attract or retain key talent and other unfavorable consequences that may materially adversely affect our results of operations, financial condition, liquidity and cash flows.
These challenges related to emerging technology may result in loss of competitive differentiation, margin erosion, decline in market share, inability to achieve our strategic initiatives, inefficient or outdated service delivery platforms, inability to attract or retain key talent and other unfavorable consequences that may materially adversely affect our results of operations, financial condition, liquidity and cash flows.
However, aged vehicles present additional risks to our operations, including the risk of higher maintenance costs while in the fleet and lower customer satisfaction scores. In addition, it may be more difficult for us to sell a highly aged vehicle at reasonable prices, or through our preferred retail channels, or at the time that we prefer.
However, aged vehicles present additional risks to our operations, including the risk of higher maintenance costs while in the fleet and lower customer satisfaction scores. In addition, it may be more difficult for us to sell highly aged vehicles at reasonable prices, or through our preferred retail channels, or at the time that we prefer.
As a result of the foregoing and other factors, various automotive manufacturers have been forced to delay or stall new vehicle production in recent years, which caused limitations in supply and delays in us receiving new vehicles. These conditions may continue, or other global and regional supply chain disruptions may in the future cause similar issues.
As a result of the foregoing and other factors, various automotive manufacturers have been forced to delay or stall new vehicle production in recent years, which caused limitations in supply and delays in our receiving new vehicles. These conditions may continue, or other global and regional supply chain disruptions may in the future cause similar issues.
BUSINESS (Continued) AVAILABLE INFORMATION You may access, free of charge, Hertz Global and Hertz's reports filed with or furnished to the SEC (including the Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K and any amendments to those reports) directly through the SEC's website (www.sec.gov) or indirectly through our website (www.hertz.com).
AVAILABLE INFORMATION You may access, free of charge, Hertz Global and Hertz's reports filed with or furnished to the SEC (including the Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K and any amendments to those reports) directly through the SEC's website (www.sec.gov) or indirectly through our website (www.hertz.com).
Purchases of vehicles from manufacturers are generally made pursuant to master agreement or framework agreements and are generally subject to potential delay or cancellation by manufacturers.
Purchases of vehicles from manufacturers are generally made pursuant to a master agreement or framework agreements and are generally subject to potential delay or cancellation by manufacturers.
Reports filed with or furnished to the SEC will be available as soon as reasonably practicable after they are filed with or furnished to the SEC. The information found on our website is not part of this 2023 Annual Report or any other report filed with or furnished to the SEC. 19 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
Reports filed with or furnished to the SEC will be available as soon as reasonably practicable after they are filed with or furnished to the SEC. The information found on our website is not part of this 2024 Annual Report or any other report filed with or furnished to the SEC. 19 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
Uncertainty in overall consumer sentiment in the current economic environment, coupled with military conflicts, such as between Russia and Ukraine, may adversely affect leisure travel to certain key markets, and thus have a negative impact on our business.
Uncertainty in overall consumer sentiment in the current economic environment, coupled with military conflicts, such as between Russia and Ukraine, and in the Middle East, may adversely affect leisure travel to certain key markets, and thus have a negative impact on our business.
Moreover, although we are sourcing EVs from a growing number of manufacturers, in the near term, we remain exposed to a number of risks related to the potential concentration of EV makes and models in our fleet, including the risk that a malfunction, recall or lack of availability of replacement parts or skilled labor for a particular EV make and model could have an outsized impact on our ability to offer EVs, or that demand from our customers for the particular EVs we acquire may be lower than we anticipate.
Although we source EVs from a growing number of manufacturers, in the near term, we remain exposed to a number of risks related to the potential concentration of EV makes and models in our fleet, including the risk that a malfunction, recall or lack of availability of replacement parts or skilled labor for a particular EV make and model could have an outsized impact on our ability to offer EVs, or that demand from our customers for the particular EVs we acquire may be lower than we anticipate.
Furthermore, the success of our ride share rentals are dependent on continuation of our partnerships with key ride share companies, and any disruption or termination of those partnerships could materially adversely affect ride share rentals and our overall EV strategy.
Furthermore, the success of our ride share rentals are dependent on the continuation of our partnerships with key ride share companies, and any disruption or termination of those partnerships could materially adversely affect ride share rentals.
RISKS RELATED TO INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, CYBERSECURITY AND PRIVACY Cybersecurity threats continue to increase in frequency and sophistication, and a successful cybersecurity attack could interrupt or disrupt our information technology systems, or those of our third-party service providers, which could, among other things, disrupt our business, force us to incur costs or cause reputational harm.
RISKS RELATED TO INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, CYBERSECURITY AND PRIVACY Cybersecurity threats continue to increase in frequency and sophistication, and a successful cybersecurity incident could interrupt or disrupt our information technology systems, or those of our third-party business partners, which could, among other things, disrupt our business, force us to incur costs or cause us reputational harm.
RISK FACTORS (Continued) In December 2023, we made the decision to significantly reduce the size of our global EV fleet and initiated EV vehicle dispositions, which are expected to take place over the course of 2024.
RISK FACTORS (Continued) In December 2023, we made the decision to significantly reduce the size of our global EV fleet and initiated EV vehicle dispositions, which took place over the course of 2024.
These contracts are renegotiated periodically, and we anticipate renegotiating labor contracts with approximately 45% of these employees in 2024. Failure to negotiate a new labor agreement when required could result in a work stoppage.
These contracts are renegotiated periodically, and we anticipate renegotiating labor contracts with approximately 20% of these employees in 2025. Failure to negotiate a new labor agreement when required could result in a work stoppage.
Any of the following risks and uncertainties could materially and adversely affect our business, financial condition, operating results or cash flow in future periods. RISKS RELATED TO OUR FLEET The mix of program and non-program vehicles in our fleet, as well as declining values of our non-program vehicles, can subject us to an increased residual value risk.
Any of the following risks and uncertainties could materially and adversely affect our business, results of operations, financial condition, liquidity and cash flows in future periods. RISKS RELATED TO OUR FLEET The mix of program and non-program vehicles in our fleet, as well as declining values of our non-program vehicles, can subject us to an increased residual value risk.
The subjects of these regulations include the methods by which we advertise, the methods used to quote and charge prices, the consequences of failing to honor reservations, the terms on which we deal with vehicle loss or damage (including the protections we provide to renters purchasing loss or damage waivers) and the terms and method of sale of the optional insurance coverage that we offer.
BUSINESS (Continued) by which we advertise, the methods used to quote and charge prices, the consequences of failing to honor reservations, the terms on which we deal with vehicle loss or damage (including the protections we provide to renters purchasing loss or damage waivers) and the terms and method of sale of the optional insurance coverage that we offer.
We encounter continuous risk of exposure to cyber attacks and other security threats to our information networks and systems, as well as those of our third-party service providers, and the information stored on those networks and systems.
We encounter continuous risk of exposure to cybersecurity attacks, cybersecurity incidents, and other cybersecurity threats to our information networks and systems, as well as those of our third-party service providers, and the information stored on those networks and systems.
In recent years, the average age of our fleet has become longer and the percentage of pre-owned vehicles in our fleet has grown, both as a result of a variety of factors, including COVID-19 related supply chain challenges, greater customer acceptance of higher mileage vehicles, our strategic revenue initiatives (such as ride share and reinvigoration of our value brands), and choices that we make in light of residual value dynamics at any given time.
In recent years, the average age of our fleet has become older and the percentage of pre-owned vehicles in our fleet has grown, both as a result of a variety of factors, including greater customer acceptance of higher mileage vehicles, our strategic revenue initiatives (such as ride share and reinvigoration of our value brands) and choices that we make in light of residual value dynamics at any given time.
AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS Our business is subject to a number of significant risks and uncertainties, and should be carefully considered along with all of the information in this 2023 Annual Report.
AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS Our business is subject to significant risks and uncertainties, and they should be carefully considered along with all of the information in this 2024 Annual Report.
RISK FACTORS (Continued) systems are unable to accurately estimate future levels of rental activity and determine the appropriate mix of vehicles to purchase and maintain in our rental operations, the results may be obsolescence and excessive aging of fleet, the inability to sell fleet at adequate prices, sub-optimal fleet size and utilization, increased fleet costs, lower customer satisfaction, lost or missing fleet assets, reduced margins and cash flows and other unfavorable consequences, which may materially adversely affect our results of operations, financial condition, liquidity and cash flows.
If our fleet management systems are unable to accurately estimate future levels of rental activity and determine the appropriate mix of vehicles to purchase and maintain in our rental operations, the results may be obsolescence and excessive aging of fleet, the inability to sell fleet at adequate prices, sub-optimal fleet size and utilization, increased fleet costs, lower customer satisfaction, lost or missing fleet assets, reduced margins and cash flows and other unfavorable consequences, which may materially adversely affect our results of operations, financial condition, liquidity and cash flows. 23 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
We generally believe that demand for EVs by ride share drivers is a growth opportunity, and that, as a result, ride share rentals are a key element of our electrification strategy and also subject to the factors described above.
We generally believe that demand for EVs by ride share drivers is a growth opportunity, and that, as a result, our ride share rentals are subject to the factors described above.
We believe that the following information identifies the material risks and uncertainties most likely to affect Hertz Global and Hertz; however, these are not the only risks and uncertainties that we encounter in our operations.
We believe that the information in this Item 1A., "Risk Factors" identifies the material risks and uncertainties most likely to affect Hertz Global and Hertz; however, these are not the only risks and uncertainties that we encounter in our operations.
RISK FACTORS (Continued) RISK RELATED TO OUR EMPLOYEES The ability to attract and retain front-line employees and senior management is critical to the success of our business. The success of our business depends on our ability to hire and retain front-line employees, senior management and other key personnel in sufficient numbers and with the necessary skills to meet demand.
The success of our business depends on our ability to hire and retain front-line employees, senior management and other key personnel in sufficient numbers and with the necessary skills to meet demand.
We develop and maintain a talent management strategy that defines current and future talent requirements (e.g., experience, skills, location requirements, timing, etc.) based on our strategic direction, actively conduct talent reviews and succession planning to be prepared if executives, managers or other key personnel resign, retire or their service is otherwise interrupted, and we strive to maintain competitive compensation and benefits, employee development and retention programs and build an inclusive culture.
We develop and maintain a talent management strategy that defines current and future talent requirements (e.g., experience, skills, location requirements, timing, etc.) based on our strategic direction, actively conduct talent reviews and succession planning to be prepared if executives, managers or other key personnel resign, retire or their service is otherwise interrupted.
Disruption in that supply chain may adversely affect our ability to service demand, or do so efficiently. Our supply chain, particularly with respect to access to new vehicles, is complex and reliant on raw goods and finished materials that are obtained from or manufactured by many different market participants, both within and 21 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
Disruption in that supply chain may adversely affect our ability to service demand, or to do so efficiently. Our supply chain, particularly with respect to access to new vehicles, is complex and reliant on raw goods and finished materials that are obtained from or manufactured by many different market participants, both within and outside the U.S.
Cyber attacks vary in their form and can include the deployment of harmful malware or ransomware, denial-of-services attacks, and other attacks, which are intended to affect business continuity and threaten the availability, confidentiality and integrity of our information.
Cybersecurity incidents vary in their form and can include the deployment of harmful malware or ransomware, denial-of-services attacks and other attacks, which may affect business continuity and threaten the availability, confidentiality and integrity of our systems and information.
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Cyber attacks are increasing in their frequency, sophistication and intensity, have become increasingly difficult to detect, and may be exacerbated at any time by escalation of geopolitical tensions.
Cybersecurity attacks are increasing in their frequency, sophistication and intensity, have become increasingly difficult to detect and may be exacerbated by geopolitical tensions.
A further reduction in residual values for non-program vehicles in our fleet, or the failure of residual values to improve, could cause us to hold vehicles longer, sustain a substantial loss on the sale for such vehicles or require us to depreciate those vehicles at a more accelerated rate than currently anticipated while we own them.
If there is a decline in residual values for non-program vehicles in our fleet and those residual values fail to improve, it may cause us to hold vehicles longer, sustain a substantial loss on the sale for such vehicles or require us to depreciate those vehicles at a more accelerated rate than currently anticipated while we own them.
See “Insurance and Risk Management—Damage to Our Property” above for further discussion regarding the loss or damage waivers and optional insurance coverages that we offer renters. In 17 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 1. BUSINESS (Continued) addition, various consumer protection laws and regulations may generally apply to our business operations.
See “Insurance and Risk Management—Damage to Our Property” above for further discussion regarding the loss or damage waivers and optional insurance coverages that we offer renters. In addition, various consumer protection laws and regulations may generally apply to our business operations.
AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS (Continued) We rely on third-party distribution channels for a significant amount of our revenues and adverse changes in our access to, prominence within, cost to participate in, or volume delivered pursuant to these distribution channels could have a material adverse effect on our business.
RISK FACTORS (Continued) We rely on third-party distribution channels for a significant amount of our revenues, and adverse changes in our access to, prominence within, cost to participate in, or volume delivered pursuant to these distribution channels could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations, liquidity and cash flows.
Based on information currently available, we believe that the ultimate resolution of existing environmental remediation actions and our compliance in general with environmental laws and regulations will not have a material effect on our operating results or financial condition.
Based on information currently available, we believe that the ultimate resolution of existing environmental remediation actions and our compliance in general with environmental 18 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 1. BUSINESS (Continued) laws and regulations will not have a material effect on our operating results or financial condition.
However, it is difficult to predict with certainty the potential impact of future compliance efforts and environmental remedial actions and thus future costs associated with such matters may exceed the amount of the estimated accrued amount. 18 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 1.
However, it is difficult to predict with certainty the potential impact of future compliance efforts and environmental remedial actions, and thus future costs associated with such matters may exceed the amount of the estimated accrued amount.
In such a case, you may lose all or part of your investment in Hertz Global's common stock or The Hertz Corporation's debt securities. You should carefully consider each of the following risks and uncertainties. You should not interpret the disclosure of any risk factor to imply that the risk has not already materialized.
In such a case, you may lose all or part of your investment in Hertz Global's common stock or The Hertz Corporation's debt securities. You should carefully consider each of the following risks and uncertainties.
Competition for qualified employees is intense, particularly with respect to technology roles that are critical to our strategic and IT initiatives. Changing employee expectations about remote work and workplace flexibility complicate our employee recruiting, retention and talent management strategies.
We strive to maintain competitive compensation and benefits, employee development and retention programs and build an inclusive culture. Competition for qualified employees is intense, particularly with respect to technology roles that are critical to our strategic and information technology initiatives. Changing employee expectations about remote work and workplace flexibility complicate our employee recruiting, retention and talent management strategies.
If we purchase too many vehicles, our Vehicle Utilization could be adversely affected and we may not be able to dispose of excess vehicles in a timely and cost-effective manner. If our fleet management 23 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 1A.
If we purchase too many vehicles, our Vehicle Utilization could be adversely affected and we may not be able to dispose of excess vehicles in a timely and cost-effective manner.
Our decision to reduce our EV fleet resulted in the recognition, during the fourth quarter of 2023, of $245 million of incremental net depreciation expense related to the sale.
Our decision to reduce our EV fleet resulted in the recognition, during the year ended December 31, 2024, of $223 million of incremental net depreciation expense related to the sale of EVs.
Cyber attacks can also include fraud, phishing or other social engineering attempts or other methods to cause confidential information, payments or other data to be transmitted to an unintended recipient. Cyber threat actors also attempt to exploit vulnerabilities through software that is commonly used by companies in cloud-based services, programs and bundled software.
Cybersecurity incidents can also include fraud, phishing or other social engineering attempts or other methods to cause confidential information, payments, account access or access credentials, or other data to be transmitted to an unintended recipient. Cybersecurity threat actors also may attempt to exploit vulnerabilities in software including software commonly used by companies 27 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS (Continued) outside the U.S. In addition to lingering impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic, the global automotive supply chain has been negatively impacted by the military conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
The global automotive supply chain has been negatively impacted by the military conflicts between 21 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS (Continued) Russia and Ukraine, and in the Middle East.
In addition, the success of our strategic initiatives related to EVs depends, in part, on the economics ultimately associated with EVs, including depreciation rates and residual values of EVs and the cost of financing EVs, which will impact the attractiveness of our EVs to us and our customers.
In addition, the results of our use of EVs generally depend on the economic factors ultimately associated with EVs, including depreciation rates and residual values of EVs, as well as the cost of financing EVs. These factors, which are evolving due to the development of the EV market, will impact the attractiveness of EVs to us and to our customers.
Some categories of travel, such as business travel, have not yet returned to pre-pandemic levels. Resurgence of the COVID-19 virus or variants thereof, or other global or regional health crises, could have similar impacts.
Resurgence of the COVID-19 virus or variants thereof, or other global or regional health crises, could have similar impacts. In addition to the impact of broad-based travel trends, our results of operations and financial condition are also impacted by regional and local trends.
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ITEM 1. BUSINESS (Continued) Airport As of December 31, 2023, we had approximately 1,900 airport rental locations in our Americas RAC segment and approximately 1,500 airport rental locations in our International RAC segment.
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Vehicle residual values are variable and subject to market conditions, as well as seasonal fluctuations. If vehicle residual values decline, we may experience a greater risk of loss on vehicle sales, an increase in depreciation expense, a negative impact on our results of operations, and we may also experience challenges in meeting collateral requirements in our fleet financing facilities.
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We believe that our extensive global network of locations contributes to our success by providing consistency of our service, cost control, Vehicle Utilization, competitive pricing and our ability to offer one-way rentals.
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Used vehicle prices are subject to overall market conditions and seasonal fluctuations.
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For our airport company-operated rental locations, we are dependent on, and have obtained, concessions or similar leasing agreements or arrangements, that grant us the right to conduct a vehicle rental business at the respective airport.
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The price of new cars and their components may be impacted by tariffs. We cannot predict what further action may be taken with respect to tariffs or trade relations between the U.S. and other governments.
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Our concessions were obtained from the airports' operators, which are typically governmental bodies or authorities, following either negotiation or bidding for the right to operate a vehicle rental business.
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The new U.S. presidential administration has proposed to increase significantly tariffs on foreign imports into the U.S., particularly from Canada, China and Mexico, and these tariff increases can adversely impact the global automotive supply chain.
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The terms of an airport concession typically require us to pay the airport's operator concession fees based upon a specified percentage of the revenues we generate at the airport, subject to a minimum annual guarantee. Under most concessions, we are required to pay fixed rent for terminal counters or other leased properties and facilities.
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AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS (Continued) Our EV fleet exposes us to a number of risks. We had previously emphasized an EV strategy that was focused on electrification and advancing mobility.
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Most concessions are for a fixed length of time, while others create operating rights and payment obligations that are terminable at any time.
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While we have de-emphasized the use of EVs, we continue to own a number of EVs and expect that we will continue to purchase EVs in the future.
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The terms of our concessions typically do not forbid us from seeking, and in most instances actually explicitly permit us to seek, reimbursement from customers for concession fees we pay; however, in certain jurisdictions the law limits or forbids our ability to do so. Where we are permitted to seek such reimbursement, it is our general practice to do so.
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Government and economic incentives – including certain tax exemptions, tax credits and rebates – that support the development and adoption of EVs in the U.S. and abroad may be reduced, eliminated, amended or exhausted from time to time.
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Certain of our concession agreements may require the consent of the airport's operator in connection with material changes in our ownership. A growing number of larger airports are building, or assessing the feasibility of, consolidated airport vehicle rental facilities to alleviate congestion at the airport.
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For example, previously available incentives favoring EVs in certain areas have expired, were cancelled or have temporarily become unavailable; in some cases, these incentives have not been replaced or reinstituted. 24 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 1A.
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These consolidated rental facilities provide a more common customer experience and may eliminate certain competitive advantages among the brands as competitors operate out of one centralized facility for both customer rental and return operations, share consolidated busing operations and maintain image standards mandated by the airports.
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RISK FACTORS (Continued) RISK RELATED TO OUR EMPLOYEES The ability to attract and retain front-line employees, senior management and other key personnel is critical to the success of our business.
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The costs associated with the development of these consolidated facilities are typically funded through the collection of customer facility charges, which are required to be collected by rental car companies from their customers.
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Off Airport As of December 31, 2023, we had approximately 3,300 off airport locations in our Americas RAC segment and approximately 4,700 off airport rental locations in our International RAC segment.
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Our off airport rental customers include people who prefer to rent vehicles closer to their home or place of work for business or leisure purposes, as well as those needing to travel to or from airports.
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Our off airport customers also include people who have been referred by, or whose rental costs are being wholly or partially reimbursed by, insurance companies following accidents in which their vehicles were damaged, those expecting to lease vehicles that are not yet available from their leasing companies and replacement renters.
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In addition, our off airport customers include drivers for our Ride Share Partners, which is further described in “Ride Share Rentals” below. When compared to our airport rental locations, an off airport rental location typically uses a smaller rental facility with fewer employees, conducts pick-up and delivery services and serves replacement renters using specialized systems and processes.
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On average, off airport locations generate fewer transactions per period than airport locations.
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Our off airport locations offer the following benefits: • Providing customers a more convenient and geographically extensive network of rental locations, thereby creating revenue opportunities from replacement renters, non-airline travel renters and airline travelers with local rental needs; • Providing us a more balanced revenue mix by reducing our reliance on air travel and therefore reducing our exposure to external events that may disrupt airline travel trends; • Contributing to higher Vehicle Utilization as a result of the longer average rental periods associated with off airport business, compared to those of airport rentals; 3 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
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BUSINESS (Continued) • Creating efficiencies in vehicle and labor demand planning, as replacement rental volume is less seasonal than that of other business and leisure rentals; and • Creating cross-selling opportunities for us to promote off airport rentals among frequent airport Hertz Gold Plus Rewards program renters and, conversely, to promote airport rentals to off airport renters.
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Customers and Business Mix We conduct various sales and marketing programs to attract and retain customers. Our sales force calls on companies, government agencies and other organizations whose employees and associates need to rent vehicles for business or official purposes.
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Our sales force also calls on organizations such as insurance and leasing companies, automobile repair companies and vehicle dealers whose customers need replacement rentals. In addition, our sales force works with membership associations, tour operators, travel companies, ride share companies and other groups whose members, participants and customers rent vehicles for either business or leisure purposes.
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We also market directly to individual renters. We advertise our vehicle rental offerings through traditional media channels, partner publications (e.g., affinity clubs, airline and hotel partners) and direct mail. We also rely on digital marketing and, for the Hertz brand, we are increasingly seeking to expand access to and use of our Hertz mobile app.
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BUSINESS (Continued) International RAC Business Leisure Customers who rent from us for “business” purposes include those who require vehicles in connection with commercial activities, including drivers for our Ride Share Partners, the activities of governments and other organizations or for temporary vehicle replacement purposes (i.e., replacement rentals).
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Biggest changeAND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS (Continued) RISKS RELATED TO OUR INDEBTEDNESS Our indebtedness exposes us to various risks, which could impair our financial condition. As of December 31, 2023, we had total indebtedness of approximately $15.7 billion, including $12.2 billion of vehicle related debt and $3.4 billion of non-vehicle related debt.
Biggest changeAs of December 31, 2024, we had total indebtedness of approximately $16.3 billion, including $11.2 billion of vehicle related debt and $5.1 billion of non-vehicle related debt, as disclosed in Note 7, "Debt," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2024 35 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 1A.
Strict data privacy laws regulating the collection, transmission, storage and use of employee data and consumers’ personal information are continuously evolving in the European Union, 29 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS (Continued) U.S. and other jurisdictions in which we operate.
Strict data privacy laws regulating the collection, transmission, storage and use of 29 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS (Continued) employee data and consumers’ personal information are continuously evolving in the European Union, U.S. and other jurisdictions in which we operate.
These outcomes could negatively affect our liquidity and ability to maintain sufficient levels of revenue earning vehicles to meet customer demands, and could trigger cross-defaults under certain of our other financing arrangements. Substantially all of our consolidated assets secure certain of our outstanding indebtedness, which could materially adversely affect our debt and equity holders and our business.
These outcomes could negatively affect our liquidity and our ability to maintain sufficient levels of revenue earning vehicles to meet customer demands and could trigger cross-defaults under certain of our other financing arrangements. Substantially all of our consolidated assets secure certain of our outstanding indebtedness, which could materially adversely affect our debt and equity holders and our business.
The choice of forum provision may limit a stockholder’s ability to bring a claim in a judicial forum that it finds favorable for disputes with us or our directors, officers or agents, which may discourage such lawsuits against us and our directors, officers and agents.
The choice of forum provision may limit a stockholder’s ability to bring a claim in a judicial forum that it finds favorable for disputes with us or our directors, officers or agents, which provision may discourage such lawsuits against us and our directors, officers and agents.
Our asset-backed and asset-based financing capacity could be decreased, our financing costs and interest rates could be increased, or our future access to the financial markets could be limited, as a result of risks and contingencies, many of which are beyond our control, including: (i) the acceptance by and/or demand from credit markets of the structures and structural risks associated with our asset-backed and asset-based financing arrangements; (ii) the credit ratings provided by credit rating agencies for our asset-backed indebtedness; (iii) third parties requiring changes in the terms and structure of our asset-backed or asset-based financing arrangements, including increased credit enhancement or required cash collateral and/or other liquid reserves; (iv) the insolvency or deterioration of the financial condition of one or more of our principal vehicle manufacturers; (v) changes in laws or regulations that negatively affect any of our asset-backed or asset-based financing arrangements; or (vi) the overall credit condition of The Hertz Corporation.
Our asset-backed and asset-based financing capacity could be decreased, our financing costs and interest rates could be increased, or our future access to the financial markets could be limited, as a result of risks and contingencies, many of which are beyond our control, including: (i) the acceptance by and/or demand from credit markets of the structures and structural risks associated with our asset-backed and asset-based financing arrangements; (ii) the credit ratings provided by credit rating agencies for our asset-backed indebtedness; (iii) third parties requiring changes in the terms and structure of our asset-backed or asset-based financing arrangements, including increased credit enhancement or required cash collateral and/or other liquid reserves; (iv) the insolvency or deterioration of the financial condition of one or more of our principal vehicle manufacturers; (v) changes in laws or regulations that negatively affect any of our asset-backed or asset-based financing arrangements; or (vi) the overall credit condition of Hertz.
We may not be able to deduct certain business interest expenses, which could have a material adverse effect on our results of operations and liquidity. The TCJA, which was temporarily modified by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, imposed significant limitations on the deductibility of business interest expense under Section 163(j).
We may not be able to deduct certain business interest expenses, which could have a material adverse effect on our results of operations and liquidity. The TCJA, which was temporarily modified by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, imposed significant limitations on the deductibility of business interest expense under Section 163(j) of the Code.
There has been an increased focus from stakeholders and activists on the environmental, social and governance performance of companies, including environmental stewardship (e.g., climate, sustainability and water use); diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives; sourcing and supply chain activities; human capital and rights records; and overall corporate governance profile.
There has been an increased focus from stakeholders and activists on the corporate and social responsibility performance of companies, including environmental stewardship (e.g., climate, sustainability and water use); diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives; sourcing and supply chain activities; human capital and human rights records; and overall corporate governance profile.
Operating in many different countries increases the risk of a violation, or alleged violation, of the United States Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, the United Kingdom Bribery Act, other applicable anti-corruption laws and regulations, the economic sanctions programs administered by the U.S. Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control and the anti-boycott regulations administered by the U.S.
Operating in many different countries increases the risk of a violation, or alleged violation, of the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, the United Kingdom Bribery Act, other applicable anti-corruption laws and regulations, the economic sanctions programs administered by the U.S. Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control and the anti-boycott regulations administered by the U.S.
Privacy laws in the U.S. include the California Consumer Privacy Act (the “CCPA”), as amended, as well as other similar state privacy laws, which expand the definition of personal information and may grant, among other things, individual rights to access and delete personal information, and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information.
Privacy laws in the U.S. include the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended, as well as other similar state privacy laws, which expand the definition of personal information and may grant, among other things, individual rights to access and delete personal information, and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information.
In the normal course of business, we regularly collect, process and store information about millions of individuals and businesses, including both payment card information and other sensitive and confidential personal information. In addition, our customers regularly transmit personal information and other sensitive and confidential information to us via the internet and through other electronic means.
In the normal course of business, we regularly collect, process and store information about millions of individuals and businesses, including payment card information and other sensitive and confidential personal information. In addition, our customers regularly transmit personal information and other sensitive and confidential information to us via the internet and through other electronic means.
Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, followed by entry of an order of judgment, could have a material adverse impact on the Company’s financial condition, results of operations or cash flows, particularly in the period in which an adverse judgment is entered.
Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, followed by entry of an order of judgment, could have a material adverse impact on the Company’s financial condition, results of operations, liquidity or cash flows, particularly in the period in which an adverse judgment is entered.
In addition, stock markets experience significant price and volume fluctuations from time to time that are not related to the operating performance of particular companies. These market fluctuations may have material adverse effect on the share price of our common stock.
In addition, stock markets experience significant price and volume fluctuations from time to time that are not related to the operating performance of particular companies. These market fluctuations may have a material adverse effect on the share price of our common stock.
Any future strategic acquisition or disposition of assets or a business could involve numerous risks, including: (i) potential disruption of our ongoing business and distraction of management; (ii) difficulty integrating the acquired business or segregating assets and operations to be disposed of; (iii) exposure to unknown, contingent or other liabilities, including litigation arising in connection with the acquisition or disposition or against any business we may acquire; (iv) changing our business profile in ways that could have unintended negative consequences; and (v) the failure to achieve anticipated synergies.
Any future strategic acquisition or disposition of assets or a business could involve numerous risks, including: (i) potential disruption of our ongoing business and distraction of management; (ii) difficulty integrating the acquired business or segregating assets and operations to be disposed of; (iii) exposure to unknown, contingent or other liabilities, including litigation arising in connection with the acquisition or disposition or against any business we may acquire; (iv) changes to our business profile in ways that could have unintended negative consequences; and (v) the failure to achieve anticipated synergies.
We cannot predict the ultimate outcome or timing of this litigation, however, in light of the amount potentially at issue in the case, an adverse ruling by the U.S.
We cannot predict the ultimate outcome or timing of this litigation; however, in light of the amount potentially at issue in the case, the adverse ruling by the U.S.
Changes in the legal and regulatory environments in the areas of customer and employee privacy, data security, and cross-border data flows could have a material adverse effect on our business, primarily through the regulation of our marketing and transaction processing activities, the limitation on the types of information that we may collect, process and retain, the resulting costs of complying with such legal and regulatory requirements and potential monetary forfeitures and penalties for noncompliance, which could be significant.
Changes in the legal and regulatory environments in the areas of customer and employee privacy, data security and cross-border data flows, among other things, could have a material adverse effect on our business, primarily through the regulation of our marketing and transaction processing activities, the limitation on the types of information that we may collect, process and retain, the resulting costs of complying with such legal and regulatory requirements and potential monetary forfeitures and penalties for noncompliance, which could be significant.
In addition, certain states' laws and the terms of certain of our debt agreements significantly restrict, or prohibit, the ability of Hertz and its subsidiaries to pay dividends, make loans or otherwise transfer assets to Hertz Holdings, including state laws that require dividends to be paid only from surplus.
In addition, certain states' laws and the terms of certain of our debt agreements significantly restrict, or prohibit, the ability of Hertz and its subsidiaries to pay dividends or to make other distributions, make loans or otherwise transfer assets to Hertz Holdings, including state laws that require dividends to be paid only from surplus.
The misuse or theft of information we possess, including as a result of cybersecurity attacks, could harm our brand, reputation or competitive position and give rise to liabilities which may materially adversely affect our results of operations, financial condition, liquidity and cash flows.
The misuse or theft of information we possess, including as a result of cybersecurity incidents, could harm our brand, reputation or competitive position and give rise to liabilities which may materially adversely affect our results of operations, financial condition, liquidity and cash flows.
We may face particular data protection, data security and privacy risks in connection with the European Union's Global Data Protection Regulation, the California Consumer Privacy Act and other privacy laws and regulations. Our business requires the secure processing and storage of personal information relating to our customers, employees, business partners and others.
We may face particular data protection and privacy risks in connection with the European Union's Global Data Protection Regulation, the California Consumer Privacy Act and other privacy laws and regulations. Our business requires the processing and storage of personal information relating to our customers, employees, business partners and others.
We are permitted under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the “TCJA”) to expense, in the year of acquisition, 100% of the acquisition costs for vehicles purchased during the years 2017 through 2022. The TCJA reduces the expensing percentage ratably by 20% each year between 2023 and 2027.
We were permitted under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the “TCJA”) to expense, in the year of acquisition, 100% of the acquisition costs for vehicles purchased during the years 2017 through 2022. The TCJA reduces the expensing percentage ratably by 20% each year between 2023 and 2027.
Provisions in the Hertz Holdings Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws may have the effect of delaying or preventing a change of control or changes in our management, including, generally, provisions that: • do not provide cumulative voting in the election of directors, which limits the ability of minority stockholders to elect director candidates; • provide for a classified Board with three-year staggered terms, which could delay the ability of stockholders to change the membership of a majority of the Board; • allow for removal of directors only for cause; • allow only the Board to fill a vacancy created by the expansion of the Board or the resignation, death, retirement, disqualification or removal of a director; • require advance notice for stockholder proposals to be brought before a meeting of stockholders, including proposed nominations of persons for election to the Board; • only allow stockholder action to be taken at an annual or special meeting; • limit the ability of stockholders to call a special meeting; and • authorize blank check preferred stock.
Provisions in the Hertz Holdings Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws may have the effect of delaying or preventing a change of control or changes in our management, including, generally, provisions that: • do not provide cumulative voting in the election of directors, which limits the ability of minority stockholders to elect director candidates; • provide for a classified Board with three-year staggered terms, which could delay the ability of stockholders to change the membership of a majority of the Board; • allow for removal of directors only for cause; • allow only the Board to fill a vacancy created by the expansion of the Board or the resignation, death, retirement, disqualification or removal of a director; • require advance notice for stockholder proposals to be brought before a meeting of stockholders, including proposed nominations of persons for election to the Board; • only allow stockholder action to be taken at an annual or special meeting; • limit the ability of stockholders to call a special meeting; and • authorize blank check preferred stock. 38 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
Our asset-backed and certain asset-based vehicle financing facilities include credit enhancement provisions that require us to provide cash or additional vehicle collateral in the event the estimated market values for the vehicles used as collateral decrease below net book values.
Our asset-backed and certain asset-based vehicle financing facilities include credit enhancement provisions that require us to provide cash or additional vehicle collateral in the event the estimated market values for the vehicles used as collateral decreases below net book values.
If we fail to effectively implement system upgrades, system changes or our outsourcing plans, we may negatively impact our ability to manage our business, disrupt our internal control structure, incur additional administration and operating expenses, place undue demands on management time, and experience other negative impacts associated with delays or difficulties in transitioning to new systems.
If we fail to effectively implement system upgrades, system changes or our outsourcing plans, we may experience negative impacts, including our ability to manage our business, disrupt our internal control structure, incur additional administration and operating expenses, place undue demands on management time and experience other negative impacts associated with delays or difficulties in transitioning to new systems.
If we choose to purchase vehicles using such financing arrangements, or if our existing financing arrangements are deemed not to qualify under the Code, our ability to claim accelerated expensing would be limited. 30 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 1A.
If we choose to purchase vehicles using such financing arrangements, or if our 30 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS (Continued) existing financing arrangements are deemed not to qualify under the Code, our ability to claim accelerated expensing would be limited.
In preparing our periodic reports under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, including our financial statements, our management is required under applicable rules and regulations to make estimates and assumptions as of a specified date. These estimates and assumptions are based on management’s best estimates and experience as of that date and are subject to substantial risk and uncertainty.
In preparing our periodic reports under the Exchange Act, including our consolidated financial statements, our management is required under applicable rules and regulations to make estimates and assumptions as of a specified date. These estimates and assumptions are based on management’s best estimates and experience as of that date and are subject to substantial risk and uncertainty.
The choice of forum provision in our Certificate of Incorporation could limit our stockholders’ ability to obtain a favorable judicial forum for disputes with us or our directors, officers or agents.
The choice of forum provision in the Certificate of Incorporation of Hertz Holdings could limit our stockholders’ ability to obtain a favorable judicial forum for disputes with us or our directors, officers or agents.
RISKS RELATED TO LEGAL, REGULATORY AND TAX MATTERS Our foreign operations expose us to risks that may materially adversely affect our results of operations, financial condition, liquidity and cash flows.
RISKS RELATED TO LEGAL, REGULATORY AND TAX MATTERS Our U.S. and foreign operations expose us to risks that may materially adversely affect our results of operations, financial condition, liquidity and cash flows.
For further discussion regarding how changes in the regulation of insurance intermediaries may affect us, see Item 1, ‘‘Business—Insurance and Risk Management’’ in this 2023 Annual Report.
For further discussion regarding how changes in the regulation of insurance intermediaries may affect us, see Item 1, ‘‘Business—Insurance and Risk Management’’ in this 2024 Annual Report.
We are subject to many forms of taxation in the jurisdictions throughout the world in which we operate, including, but not limited to, income tax, withholding tax, indirect tax, and payroll-related taxes. Tax law and administration are extremely complex and often require us to make subjective determinations.
We are subject to many forms of taxation in the jurisdictions throughout the world in which we operate, including, but not limited to, income tax, withholding tax, indirect tax, value-added tax, premium tax and payroll-related taxes. Tax law and administration are extremely complex and often require us to make subjective determinations.
In the ordinary course of our business, we evaluate, upgrade and consolidate our information technology systems, including by making changes to legacy systems, replacing legacy systems with successor systems with new functionality, outsourcing certain systems, and acquiring new systems with new functionality. We deploy significant capital expenditures in connection with these activities.
In the ordinary course of our business, we take steps to evaluate, maintain, upgrade and consolidate our information technology systems, including by making changes to legacy systems, replacing legacy systems with successor systems with new functionality, outsourcing certain systems and acquiring new systems with new functionality. We deploy significant capital expenditures in connection with these activities.
RISK FACTORS (Continued) Further, a material and extended reduction in vehicle purchases by our U.S. vehicle rental business, for any reason, would similarly limit the amount of tax expense available to offset the tax cost associated with the disposition of vehicles.
Further, a material and extended reduction in vehicle purchases by our U.S. vehicle rental business, for any reason, would similarly limit the amount of tax expense available to offset the tax cost associated with the disposition of vehicles.
Department of Commerce's Office of Anti-Boycott Compliance. The failure of our compliance program to operate as designed can result in a failure to comply with applicable laws, which could result in significant penalties or otherwise harm the Company’s reputation and business.
Department of Commerce's Office of Anti-Boycott Compliance. The failure of our compliance program to operate as designed can result in a failure to comply with the laws outlined above or with other applicable laws, which could result in significant penalties or otherwise harm the Company’s reputation and business.
For details of our annual impairment testing, see Note 5, "Goodwill and Intangible Assets, Net," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2023 Annual Report. Changes in management’s estimates and assumptions could have a material impact to our results of operations, financial condition, liquidity and cash flows.
For details of our annual impairment testing, see Note 6, "Goodwill and Intangible Assets, Net," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2024 Annual Report. Changes in management’s estimates and assumptions could have a material impact to our results of operations, financial condition, liquidity and cash flows.
Our failure or perceived failure to achieve our goals, maintain practices that align with stakeholder expectations for “best practices,” or comply with new ESG expectations and regulatory requirements could harm our reputation, adversely impact our ability to attract and retain customers and talent, and expose us to increased scrutiny from a range of stakeholders.
Our failure or perceived failure to achieve any goals, maintain practices that align with stakeholder expectations for “best practices,” or comply with new corporate and social responsibility expectations and regulatory requirements could harm our reputation, adversely impact our ability to attract and retain customers and talent, and expose us to increased scrutiny from a range of stakeholders.
Certain proposed or enacted laws and regulations with respect to the banking and finance industries, including the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (including risk retention requirements) and amendments to the SEC's rules relating to asset-backed securities, could restrict our access to certain financing arrangements and increase our financing costs, which could have a material adverse effect on our results of operations, financial condition, liquidity and cash flows. 32 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
Certain proposed or enacted laws and regulations with respect to the banking and finance industries, including the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (including risk retention requirements) and amendments to the SEC's rules relating to asset-backed securities, could restrict our access to certain financing arrangements and increase our financing costs, which could have a material adverse effect on our results of operations, financial condition, liquidity and cash flows.
The operations of Hertz Holdings are conducted nearly entirely through its subsidiaries and its ability to generate cash to meet its debt service obligations or to pay dividends on its common stock is dependent on the earnings and the receipt of funds from its subsidiaries via return of paid-in capital, dividends or intercompany loans.
The operations of Hertz Holdings are conducted nearly entirely through its subsidiaries, and its ability to generate cash is dependent on the earnings and the receipt of funds from its subsidiaries via return of paid-in capital, dividends or intercompany loans to meet any of its operating expenses or debt obligations, or to pay dividends, if any, on its common stock.
If our business continuity management plan fails to operate as intended, we may experience significant business disruptions, release of confidential information, malicious corruption of data, regulatory intervention and sanctions, prolonged negative publicity, litigation and liabilities, product and service quality failures, irreparable harm to customer relationships and other unfavorable consequences which may materially adversely affect our results of operations, financial condition, liquidity and cash flows.
If our business continuity management plan fails to operate as intended, we may experience significant business disruptions, release of confidential information, malicious corruption of data, regulatory intervention and sanctions, prolonged negative publicity, litigation and liabilities, product and service quality failures, irreparable harm to customer relationships and other unfavorable consequences which may materially adversely affect our results of operations, financial condition, liquidity and cash flows. 39 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
Any failure to manage data privacy in compliance with applicable laws and regulations could result in significant regulatory fines and sanctions, litigation, prolonged negative publicity, data breaches, declining customer confidence, loss of key customers, employee liability, and other unfavorable consequences.
Any failure to manage data privacy in compliance with applicable laws and regulations could result in significant regulatory investigations, fines, sanctions, consumer and class action litigation, commercial litigation, prolonged negative publicity, data breaches, declining customer confidence, loss of key customers, employee liability and other unfavorable consequences.
This has resulted in expanding and increasingly complex expectations related to reporting, diligence, and disclosure on ESG topics, as well as pressure to modify product offerings and business practices to drive change on these issues.
This has resulted in expanding and increasingly complex expectations related to reporting, diligence and disclosure on corporate and social responsibility topics, as well as pressure to modify product offerings and business practices to drive change on these issues.
The significant ownership interests held by our Plan Sponsors, which we believe as of December 31, 2023, exceeded 50% of our outstanding common stock (without taking into account the dilutive impact of outstanding Public Warrants) means that the Plan Sponsors have the ability to control matters requiring stockholder approval, such as director elections, amendments to the Hertz Holdings Certificate of Incorporation and significant corporate transactions.
The significant ownership interests held by our Plan Sponsors, which, as of December 31, 2024, exceeded 50% of our outstanding common stock (without taking into account the dilutive impact of outstanding Public Warrants or Exchangeable Notes) means that the Plan Sponsors have the ability to control matters requiring stockholder approval, such as director elections, amendments to the Hertz Holdings Certificate of Incorporation and significant corporate transactions.
Despite the security measures and compliance programs we currently maintain and monitor, our facilities, vehicles and systems and those of our third-party service providers may contain defects in design or manufacture or other problems that could unexpectedly compromise information security.
Despite the security measures and compliance programs we currently maintain and monitor, our facilities, vehicles and systems and those of our third-party business partners may contain defects in design or manufacture or other problems that could compromise information security.
For example, i n recent years, many companies have been subject to high-profile security breaches that involved sophisticated and targeted attacks on the company’s infrastructure and the compromise of non-public sensitive and confidential information. These attacks were often not recognized or detected until after the disclosure of sensitive information notwithstanding the preventive and anticipative measures the companies had maintained.
For example, i n recent years, many companies have been subject to high-profile cybersecurity incidents that involved attacks on the company’s infrastructure and the compromise of non-public sensitive and confidential information. These attacks were often not recognized or detected until after the disclosure of sensitive information notwithstanding the security measures the companies had maintained.
We generate a portion of our revenue outside the U.S., and operating in many different countries exposes us to varying risks, which include: (i) multiple, and sometimes conflicting, foreign regulatory requirements and laws that are subject to change and are often much different than the domestic laws in the U.S., including laws relating to taxes, automobile-related liability, insurance rates, insurance products, consumer privacy, data security, employment matters, cost and fee recovery, and the protection of our trademarks and other intellectual property; (ii) the effect of foreign currency translation risk, as well as limitations on our ability to repatriate income; (iii) varying tax regimes, including consequences from changes in applicable tax laws and our ability to repatriate cash from non-U.S. affiliates without adverse tax consequences; (iv) local ownership or investment requirements, as well as difficulties in obtaining financing in foreign countries for local operations; (v) changes in the proportion of revenue between countries with varying tax rates or imposition of global minimum tax rates; and (vi) political and economic instability, natural calamities, civil unrest, war, terrorism and other hostilities.
Operating in the U.S. and in many different countries exposes us to varying risks, which include: (i) multiple, and sometimes conflicting, U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and laws that are subject to change, including but not limited to, laws relating to income and other direct or indirect taxes, including corporate alternative minimum taxes, automobile-related liability, insurance rates, insurance products, consumer privacy, data security, employment matters, cost and fee recovery, and the protection of our trademarks and other intellectual property; (ii) the effect of foreign currency translation risk, as well as limitations on our ability to repatriate income; (iii) varying tax regimes, including consequences from changes in applicable tax laws and our ability to repatriate cash from non-U.S. affiliates without adverse tax consequences; (iv) foreign country ownership or investment requirements, as well as difficulties in obtaining financing in foreign countries for local operations; (v) changes in the proportion of revenue between the U.S. and foreign countries with varying tax rates or imposition of global minimum tax rates; and (vi) political and economic instability, natural calamities, civil unrest, war, terrorism and other hostilities.
Tax authorities could disagree with our policies, which disagreements could result in lengthy legal disputes and, ultimately, the payment of substantial funds to government authorities, which could have a material adverse effect on our results of operations, financial condition, liquidity and cash flows.
Tax authorities could disagree with our policies, which disagreements could result in lengthy legal disputes and, ultimately, the payment of substantial funds to government authorities, which could have a material adverse effect on our results of operations, financial condition, liquidity and cash flows. An impairment of our long-lived assets could have a material impact on our results of operations.
If Hertz Holdings does not receive cash from its subsidiaries, then Hertz Holdings' financial condition could be materially adversely affected. Failure to meet ESG expectations or standards or achieve our corporate responsibility goals could adversely affect our business, results of operations and financial condition.
If Hertz Holdings does not receive cash from its subsidiaries, then Hertz Holdings' financial condition could be materially adversely affected. Failure to meet corporate and social responsibility expectations or standards or to advance our corporate responsibility priorities could adversely affect our business, results of operations and financial condition.
Our Certificate of Incorporation provides that, unless we consent in writing to an alternative forum, to the fullest extent permitted by law, the Court of Chancery of the State of Delaware (the “Court of Chancery”) is the sole and exclusive forum for any stockholder to bring any state law claim for: (1) any derivative action or proceeding brought on our behalf; (2) any action asserting a claim of a breach of fiduciary duty owed by any director, officer, employee, or agent of the Company to us or to our stockholders; (3) any action asserting a claim against us arising pursuant to the DGCL, our Certificate of Incorporation or Bylaws; (4) any action or proceeding as to which the DGCL confers jurisdiction on the Court of Chancery; and (5) any action asserting a claim against us that is governed by the internal affairs doctrine.
Our Certificate of Incorporation provides that, unless we consent in writing to an alternative forum, to the fullest extent permitted by law, the Delaware Chancery Court is the sole and exclusive forum for any stockholder to bring any state law claim for: (i) any derivative action or proceeding brought on our behalf; (ii) any action asserting a claim of a breach of fiduciary duty owed by any director, officer, employee or agent of the Company to us or to our stockholders; (iii) any action asserting a claim against us arising pursuant to the DGCL, our Certificate of Incorporation or Bylaws; (iv) any action or proceeding as to which the DGCL confers jurisdiction on the Delaware Chancery Court; and (v) any action asserting a claim against us that is governed by the internal affairs doctrine.
See Item 1, “Business - Insurance and Risk Management” and Note 14, "Contingencies and Off-Balance Sheet Commitments," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2023 Annual Report.
See Item 1, “Business - Insurance and Risk Management” and Note 15, "Contingencies and Off-Balance Sheet Commitments," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2024 Annual Report.
In addition, we may in the future be subject to potential legislative, regulatory or administrative changes or actions which could limit, restrict or prohibit our ability to separately state, charge and recover vehicle licensing costs and airport concession fees.
In addition, we may in the future be subject to potential legislative, regulatory or administrative changes or actions which could limit, restrict or prohibit our ability to separately state, charge and recover various expenses, costs and fees.
These risks include those described or referred to in this “Risk Factors” section and in the other documents incorporated herein by reference as well as, among other things: • our operating and financial performance and prospects; • our successful execution of our business strategy, including with respect to successful deployment of our EV strategy; • sales of a substantial number of shares of our common stock in the public market, or the perception in the market that the holders of a large number of shares of common stock intend to sell; • our ability to repay our debt; • our access to financial and capital markets to refinance our debt or replace the existing credit facilities; • investor perceptions of us and the industry and markets in which we operate; • our dividend policy; • future sales of equity or equity-related securities; • announcements and actions filed by third parties of significant claims or proceedings against us; • issuances of new or updated research reports by security or industry analysts, or those analysts not publishing or ceasing to publish reports about us, our industry or our market; • changes in, or results that vary from, earnings estimates or buy/sell recommendations by analysts; and • general financial, domestic, economic and other market conditions.
These risks include those described or referred to in this “Risk Factors” section and in the other documents incorporated herein by reference as well as, among other things: • our operating and financial performance and prospects; • our successful execution of our business strategy, including with respect to our ongoing fleet rotation; • sales of a substantial number of shares of our common stock in the public market, or the perception in the market that the holders of a large number of shares of common stock intend to sell; • our ability to repay our debt; • adverse market reactions to any additional debt we incur in the future; • our credit ratings; • our access to financial and capital markets to refinance our debt or replace the existing credit facilities; • investor perceptions of us and the industry and markets in which we operate; • our dividend policy; • future sales of equity or equity-related securities; • announcements and actions filed by third parties of significant claims or proceedings against us; • issuances of new or updated research reports by security or industry analysts, or those analysts not publishing or ceasing to publish reports about us, our industry or our market; • speculative trading activities by third parties, driven by, among other things, social media coverage; • changes in, or results that vary from, earnings estimates or buy/sell recommendations by analysts; • additions or departures of key management personnel; and • general financial, domestic, economic and other market conditions.
The program is designed to: (i) identify applicable anti-bribery requirements (e.g., laws limiting commercial bribery and corruption); (ii) identify applicable antitrust requirements (e.g., laws to prevent price fixing, contract rigging, market or customer allocations, etc.); (iii) interpret the application of such requirements; (iv) educate target audiences; and (v) provide independent, ongoing compliance monitoring.
In addition to other key compliance topics, the program is designed to: (i) identify applicable anti-bribery requirements (e.g., laws limiting commercial bribery and corruption); (ii) identify applicable antitrust requirements (e.g., laws to prevent price fixing, contract rigging, market or customer allocations, etc.); (iii) interpret the application of such requirements; (iv) educate target audiences; (v) enable whistleblower and investigations process; and (vi) provide independent, ongoing compliance monitoring.
Failure by us to have proper financing and debt management processes in place may result in cash shortfalls and liquidity problems, the need to seek emergency financing at high interest rates, violations of debt covenants, and an inability to execute strategic initiatives.
AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS (Continued) Failure by us to have proper financing and debt management processes in place may result in cash shortfalls and liquidity problems, the need to seek emergency financing at high interest rates, violations of debt covenants and an inability to execute strategic initiatives.
RISK FACTORS (Continued) The share price of our common stock may be volatile. Numerous factors, including many that are outside of our control, may have a significant impact on the market price of our common stock.
Numerous factors, including many that are outside of our control, may have a significant impact on the market price of our common stock.
In addition, the choice of forum provision provides that, unless the Company consents in writing to the selection of an alternative forum, claims brought under the Securities Act must be brought exclusively in the federal district courts of the United States.
In addition, the choice of forum provision provides that, unless the Company consents in writing to the selection of an alternative forum, claims brought under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, must be brought exclusively in the federal district courts of the U.S.
In addition to litigation associated with our ongoing operations, we are a defendant in certain litigation related to our Chapter 11 Cases, including the case adversary proceeding captioned Wells Fargo Bank, National Association v. The Hertz Corporation, et. al. See Note 14, "Contingencies and Off-Balance Sheet Commitments," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2023 Annual Report.
In addition to litigation associated with our ongoing operations, we are a defendant in certain litigation related to our emergence from bankruptcy in June 2021, including the case adversary proceeding captioned Wells Fargo Bank, National Association v. The Hertz Corporation, et. al. See Note 15, "Contingencies and Off-Balance Sheet Commitments," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2024 Annual Report.
However, none of the subsidiaries of Hertz Holdings are obligated to make funds available to Hertz Holdings for the payment of dividends or the service of its debt.
None of the subsidiaries of Hertz Holdings, however, are obligated to make funds available to Hertz Holdings for the payment of operating expenses, debt obligations or dividends.
We and our service providers may not anticipate or prevent all types of attempts to obtain unauthorized access, and techniques used to obtain unauthorized access to systems change frequently.
We and our third-party business partners may not anticipate or prevent all types of attempts to obtain unauthorized access, and techniques used to obtain unauthorized access to systems change frequently.
We believe that our expense pass-throughs, where imposed, are properly disclosed and are lawful. However, in the event of incorrect calculations or disclosures with respect to expense pass-throughs, or a successful challenge to the methodology we have used for determining our expense pass-through treatment, we could be subject to fines or other liabilities.
However, in the event of incorrect calculations or disclosures with respect to pass-throughs, or a successful challenge to the methodology we have used for determining our pass-through treatment, we could be subject to fines or other liabilities.
Changes in the laws and regulations that impact our franchising and licensing agreements or our used-vehicle sales operation could adversely affect our results. In most jurisdictions where we operate, we pass-through various expenses, including the recovery of vehicle licensing costs and airport concession fees, to our rental customers as separate charges.
Changes in the laws and regulations that impact our franchising and licensing agreements, or our used-vehicle sales operation could adversely affect our results. In most jurisdictions where we operate, we pass-through various expenses, costs and fees to our rental customers as separate charges. We believe that our pass-throughs, where imposed, are properly disclosed and are lawful.
ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS (Continued) If we fail to maintain, upgrade and consolidate our information technology systems, our business could be adversely affected.
If we fail to evaluate, maintain, upgrade and consolidate our information technology systems, our business could be adversely affected.
AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS (Continued) We are subject to many different forms of taxation in various jurisdictions throughout the world, which could lead to disagreements with tax authorities regarding the application of tax laws.
We are subject to many different forms of taxation in various jurisdictions throughout the world, which could lead to disagreements with tax authorities regarding the application of tax laws.
In the event that we cannot post additional collateral, the principal under our asset-backed and certain asset-based financing arrangements may be required to be repaid sooner than anticipated with vehicle disposition proceeds and lease payments we make to our special-purpose financing subsidiaries. If that event were to occur (or any other 35 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
In the event that we cannot post additional collateral, the principal under our asset-backed and certain asset-based financing arrangements may be required to be repaid sooner than anticipated with vehicle disposition proceeds and lease payments we make to our special-purpose financing subsidiaries.
Our reputation also may be harmed by the perceptions that our stakeholders have about our action or inaction on ESG-related issues. Damage to our reputation may reduce demand for our products and services and thus have an adverse effect on our future financial results. 34 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
Our reputation also may be harmed by the perceptions that our stakeholders have about our action or inaction on issues related to corporate and social responsibility matters. Damage to our reputation may reduce demand for our products and services and thus have an adverse effect on our future financial results.
Our results of operations and share price could be adversely affected if we are unable to maintain effective internal controls. The accuracy of our financial reporting is dependent on the effectiveness of our internal controls.
AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS (Continued) Our results of operations and share price could be materially adversely affected if we are unable to maintain effective internal control over financial reporting. The accuracy of our financial reporting is dependent on the effectiveness of our internal controls.
As the nature, scope and complexity of ESG reporting, diligence and disclosure requirements expand, including compliance with the European Commission’s CSRD, the SEC’s proposed disclosure requirements and the California Climate Laws regarding, among other matters, greenhouse gas emissions, we may have to undertake additional costs to control, assess and report on ESG metrics.
As the nature, scope and complexity of corporate and social responsibility reporting, diligence and disclosure requirements expand, including compliance with, among other new regulations, CSRD, CSDDD, and California's Climate Laws regarding, among other matters, greenhouse gas emissions, we may need to undertake additional costs to control, assess and report on corporate and social responsibility metrics.
These provisions may make it more difficult for stockholders to replace members of our Board, which is responsible for appointing the members of our management.
AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS (Continued) These provisions may make it more difficult for stockholders to replace members of our Board, which is responsible for appointing the members of our management.
Should rules establishing limitations on greenhouse gas emissions or rules imposing fees on entities deemed to be responsible for greenhouse gas emissions become effective, demand for our services could be affected, our vehicle and compliance, and/or other, costs could increase, and our business could be adversely affected.
Additionally, the aforementioned regulatory requirements may place limitations on greenhouse gas emissions and imposing fees on entities deemed to be responsible for greenhouse gas emissions, demand for our services could be affected, our vehicle and compliance, and/or other costs could increase and our business could be adversely affected.
Although we evaluate our security throughout our business and make appropriate changes to our operating processes, improve our defenses and implement security measures designed to safeguard our systems and data, our efforts may not meet the ever evolving level of sophistication of the attacks or our measures may not be sufficient to maintain the confidentiality, security, or availability of the data we collect, store, and use to operate our business.
Although we evaluate our security throughout our business and make enhancements designed to safeguard our systems and data, our efforts may not be sufficient to maintain the confidentiality, security or availability of the data we collect, store and use to operate our business.
If we must reduce or delay investment or sell or curtail our assets or operations, it may negatively affect our ability to generate revenue.
If we must reduce or delay investment or sell or curtail our assets or operations, it may negatively affect our ability to generate sufficient cash flow to service our debt obligations and to meet our cash needs.
A portion of our indebtedness bears interest at variable rates, which exposes us to risks inherent in interest rate fluctuations and higher interest expenses in the event of continued increases in interest rates. See Item 7A, “Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk” in this 2023 Annual Report for additional information related to interest rate risk.
RISK FACTORS (Continued) Annual Report. A portion of our indebtedness bears interest at variable rates, which exposes us to risks inherent in interest rate fluctuations and higher interest expenses in the event of continued increases in interest rates.
Given our commitment to being a responsible corporate citizen, we actively monitor and manage ESG trends through various initiatives, which we may refine or expand further in the future, and we could be criticized for the scope or nature of our corporate responsibility goals, or for any revisions to our goals.
In addition, such data and information may be unreliable particularly when obtained from third parties. Given our commitment to being a responsible corporate citizen, we actively monitor and manage corporate and social responsibility trends through various initiatives, which we may refine or expand further in the future, and we could be criticized for any commitments we may establish.
RISK FACTORS (Continued) corporation from engaging in any of a broad range of business combinations with a stockholder owning 15% or more of our outstanding voting stock, unless the stockholder has held the stock for a period of at least three years.
In addition, we have elected not to be governed by DGCL Section 203, which generally prohibits a Delaware corporation from engaging in any of a broad range of business combinations with a stockholder owning 15% or more of our outstanding voting stock, unless the stockholder has held the stock for a period of at least three years.
AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS (Continued) liquidation events), the holders of our asset-backed and certain asset-based debt may have the ability to exercise their right to, directly or indirectly, foreclose on and sell vehicles to generate proceeds sufficient to repay such debt.
If that event were to occur (or any other liquidation events), the holders of our asset-backed and certain asset-based debt may have the ability to exercise their right to, directly or indirectly, foreclose on and sell vehicles to generate proceeds sufficient to repay such debt. 36 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
This reduction could result in tax depreciation and expensing of newly purchased vehicles that are significantly less than the tax cost associated with the disposition of vehicles. In addition, vehicles purchased using certain financing arrangements are not eligible for this accelerated depreciation election.
This reduction in expensing percentage could create situations whereby tax depreciation could be significantly less than the tax gain on the disposition of vehicles acquired in prior years. In addition, vehicles purchased using certain financing arrangements are not eligible for this accelerated depreciation election.
If customers decline to purchase supplemental liability insurance products from us as a result of any changes in these laws or otherwise, our results of operations, financial condition, liquidity and cash flows could be materially adversely affected. Also, we derive revenue through rental activities of our brands under franchise and license arrangements.
If customers decline to purchase supplemental liability insurance products from us as a result of any changes in these laws or otherwise, our results of operations, financial condition, liquidity and cash flows could be materially adversely affected. 32 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 1A.
Because substantially all of our assets are encumbered under financing arrangements, our ability to incur additional secured indebtedness or to sell or dispose of assets to raise capital may be impaired or contractually limited under our existing financings, which could have a material adverse effect on our financial flexibility and force us to attempt to incur additional unsecured indebtedness, which may not be available to us or may not be available to us at favorable rates and terms.
If our ability to secure additional indebtedness or dispose of assets were to occur, it could have a material adverse effect on our financial flexibility and force us to attempt to incur additional unsecured indebtedness, which may not be available to us or may not be available to us at favorable rates and terms.
These arrangements are subject to various international, federal and state laws and regulations that impose limitations on our interactions with our counterparties.
RISK FACTORS (Continued) Also, we derive revenue through rental activities of our brands under franchise and license arrangements. These arrangements are subject to various international, federal and state laws and regulations that impose limitations on our interactions with our counterparties.
Our ability to satisfy and manage our debt obligations depends on our ability to generate cash flow and on overall financial market conditions. Factors driving the overall condition of the financial markets are beyond our control.
See Item 7A, “Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk” in this 2024 Annual Report for additional information related to interest rate risk. Our ability to satisfy and manage our debt obligations depends on our ability to generate cash flow and on overall financial market conditions. Factors driving the overall condition of the financial markets are beyond our control.
Compliance with existing or future environmental laws and regulations may require material expenditures by us or otherwise have a material adverse effect on our consolidated financial condition, results of operations, liquidity or 31 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS (Continued) cash flows.
Compliance with existing or future environmental laws and regulations may require material expenditures by us or otherwise have a material adverse effect on our consolidated financial condition, results of operations, liquidity or cash flows. See Item 1, ‘‘Business—Government Regulation and Environmental Matters’’ in this 2024 Annual Report.
We are subject to federal, state, local and foreign environmental laws and regulations in connection with our operations, including with respect to the ownership and operation of tanks for the storage of petroleum products, such as gasoline, diesel fuel and motor and used oils.
The rapidly evolving sustainability regulatory landscape is significant to us in relation to our operations, including with respect to the ownership and operation of tanks for the storage of petroleum products, such as gasoline, diesel fuel, and motor and used oils.
There can be no guarantee that all of our employees, contractors and agents will comply with the 33 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS (Continued) Company’s policies that mandate compliance with these laws.
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Historically, we have indemnified property owners for the costs associated with remediating certain hazardous substance storage, recycling or disposal sites and, in some instances, for natural resource damages.
If a leak or a spill occurs, it is possible that the costs to investigate and remediate resulting impacts, as well as any associated fines, litigation or reputational harm could be significant. Historically, we have indemnified property owners for the costs associated with remediating certain hazardous substance storage, recycling or disposal sites and, in some instances, for natural resource damages.

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Item 1C. Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity — threats and controls disclosure

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Biggest changeCYBERSECURITY (Continued) Audit Committee the effectiveness of the Company’s technology security, capabilities for disaster recovery, data protection, cyber threat detection and cyber incident response and management of technology-related compliance risks. Tim Langley-Hawthorne is our CIO and has served in this role since October 2021. Mr. Langley-Hawthorne has 11 years of experience in senior technology roles with cybersecurity responsibilities.
Biggest changeOur CISO coordinates with the Company’s disclosure teams relating to potentially material cybersecurity incidents, attends the Company’s disclosure committee meetings, and regularly discusses with the Audit Committee the effectiveness of the Company’s technology security, capabilities for disaster recovery, data protection, cyber threat detection and cyber incident response and management of technology-related compliance risks.
The CISO oversees direct reports and leverages a multi-disciplinary team that regularly communicates with respect to our prevention, detection, mitigation and remediation of cybersecurity threats and incidents. The team consists of individuals that represent various organizations and departments across the Company who have knowledge, skills and expertise to respond to a cybersecurity incident.
Our CISO oversees direct reports and leverages a multi-disciplinary team that regularly communicates with respect to our prevention, detection, mitigation and remediation of cybersecurity threats and incidents. The team consists of individuals that represent various organizations and departments across the Company who have knowledge, skills and expertise to respond to a cybersecurity incident.
We review the results of the assessments of these third parties and determine whether to adjust our cybersecurity policies and processes based thereon. We also have a privacy and data security program, which covers the collection, transfer, storage and use of customer data.
We review the results of the assessments from these third parties and determine whether to adjust our cybersecurity policies and processes based thereon. We also have a privacy and data security program, which covers the collection, transfer, storage and use of customer data.
Among the business continuity plans in place at the Company is a plan applicable to our data centers. Given the dynamic nature of the cyber threat environment, we engage third-party assessors, consultants and others from time to time to assist us with assessing, enhancing, implementing, and monitoring our cybersecurity risk-management programs.
One of the business continuity plans in place at the Company is a plan applicable to our data centers. Given the dynamic nature of the cybersecurity threat environment, we engage third-party assessors, consultants and others from time to time to assist us with assessing, enhancing, implementing and monitoring our cybersecurity risk-management programs.
In addition to the cyber incident response plan, individual functions and Hertz locations maintain business continuity plans that identify critical business services, establish recovery objectives and create methods for implementing the plan in the event of business interruption due to a cyber or other event.
In addition to the cybersecurity incident response plan, individual functions and Hertz locations maintain business continuity plans that identify critical business services, establish recovery objectives and create methods for implementing such plans in the event of business interruption due to a cybersecurity incident or other event.
We take steps to prevent and detect cybersecurity threats to protect our information and systems, and in turn, protect our customers’ privacy. Additionally, we have taken steps to address cybersecurity threats at third parties, including service providers, licensees and franchisees, that handle, possess, process and store our material information.
We take steps to prevent and detect cybersecurity threats in an effort to protect our information and systems, and in turn, to protect our customers’ privacy. Additionally, we have taken steps to address material risks from cybersecurity threats at third parties, including service providers, licensees and franchisees, that handle, possess, process and store our material information.
Reporting to our Chief Information Officer is the individual who provides day-to-day oversight of our cybersecurity program and champions its ongoing evolution, our Chief Information Security Officer (“CISO”). Our CISO is responsible for assessing and managing material risks from cybersecurity threats, including monitoring the prevention, detection, mitigation and remediation of cybersecurity threats.
Our Chief Information Security Officer ("CISO") is the individual that reports to our CIO and provides day-to-day oversight of our cybersecurity program; our CISO additionally leads our cybersecurity program's ongoing evolution. Our CISO is responsible for assessing and managing risks from cybersecurity threats, including monitoring the prevention, detection, mitigation and remediation of cybersecurity threats.
The Audit Committee is informed of risks from cybersecurity threats through regular reports from management and, from time to time, third parties. The Audit Committee also receives regular reports on how management identifies, assesses, and manages cybersecurity and broader technology risks. The Audit Committee reviews these reports and discusses them with management.
The Audit Committee also receives regular reports on how management identifies, assesses and manages cybersecurity and broader technology risks. The Audit Committee reviews these reports and discusses them with management. The Audit Committee provides a regular report to the full Board on key aspects of management’s presentations on cybersecurity and broader technology risks.
Governance Our Board oversees material risks facing the Company. For some categories of risk, the Board has empowered a committee to provide more focused oversight. In the case of cybersecurity and technology risk more broadly, the Board’s Audit Committee has that responsibility.
See “Risks Related to Information Technology, Cybersecurity and Privacy” in Item 1A, "Risk Factors” of this 2024 Annual Report. Governance Our Board oversees significant risks facing the Company. For some categories of risk, the Board has empowered a committee to provide more focused oversight.
However, there can be no assurance that our cybersecurity efforts will always be successful, and it is possible that cybersecurity threats could have a material effect on our business, operations or financial condition in the future. See “Risks Related to Information Technology, Cybersecurity and Privacy” in Item 1A, "Risk Factors” of this 2023 Annual Report.
There can be no assurance, however, that our cybersecurity efforts will always be successful, and it is possible that risks from cybersecurity threats could have a material effect on our business strategy, results of 41 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 1C. CYBERSECURITY (Continued) operations or financial condition in the future.
We require these the third parties to maintain certain security controls and assess their compliance with these requirements. We also monitor attempts by third parties to gain access to our systems and networks. At this time, we do not have any indication that any such prior attempts have had a material effect on our business, operations or financial condition.
We require these third parties to maintain certain security controls and assess these third parties' compliance with such requirements. We also monitor attempts by third parties to gain access to our systems and networks.
The Audit Committee provides a regular report to the full Board on key aspects of management’s presentations on cybersecurity and broader technology risks. All members of the Board have access to written cybersecurity reports that are provided to the Audit Committee. Audit Committee conversations on cybersecurity topics are open to any member of the Board.
All members of the Board have access to written cybersecurity reports that are provided to the Audit Committee. Audit Committee conversations on cybersecurity topics are open to any member of the Board. While our Board and Audit Committee oversee risk, our senior leadership is responsible for identifying, assessing and managing our exposure to risk, including material risks from cybersecurity threats.
Prior to joining the Company, Mr. Langley-Hawthorne served as the Chief Information Officer at Hitachi Vantara, a hi-tech subsidiary of Hitachi Ltd. Prior to Hitachi, Mr. Langley-Hawthorne held various executive technology and operations positions at Western Union, as well as various IT, consulting and commercial roles at Information Services Group, Electronic Data Systems, and IBM Australia. Mr.
Prior to joining the Company, our CIO held various executive technology and operations positions, as well as various IT, consulting and commercial roles. Our CIO holds an Executive MBA and a Bachelor of Commerce degree.
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ITEM 1C. CYBERSECURITY Risk Management and Strategy Hertz maintains an enterprise-wide risk management ("ERM") process to identify, assess and monitor risks that are or may become material to our business. Our ERM process includes participation by senior management, other leaders and employees across the business in surveys and discussions about the risk environment.
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While our Board and Audit Committee oversee risk, our senior leadership is responsible for identifying, assessing, and managing our exposure to risk, including risks from cybersecurity threats. Direct accountability of our cybersecurity program is housed within our Information Technology organization, which is led by our Chief Information Officer.
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An ERM Committee meets regularly to discuss the Company’s top risks. Through our ERM process, we have identified cybersecurity as among the material risks in our business. One way we manage cybersecurity risks is through our Global Information Security and Compliance ("GISC") program.
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The GISC program is designed to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of our information systems and data. Our GISC program includes procedures that are specifically designed to assess, identify and manage material risks from cybersecurity threats.
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Langley-Hawthorne holds an Executive MBA from Pepperdine University and a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Melbourne, Australia. We are currently completing the search for a new CISO, following the voluntary departure of the incumbent CISO.
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Our GISC program is designed to: • monitor and track events on our network to appropriately respond; • coordinate between the information security and physical security teams to identify and respond to threats; • implement appropriate tools to help in the protection of our data and information technology; • monitor government and industry sources for news of potential threats; • maintain policies and procedures to address data security and privacy topics, such as password management; and • provide cybersecurity awareness training for employees.
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An accomplished information technology leader with 29 years of experience in the field and 20 months of experience with the Company is currently serving in the role on an interim basis.
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Our GISC program also addresses cybersecurity incident response and business continuity planning. Our cybersecurity incident response plan is designed to provide a dynamic and flexible framework for responding to cybersecurity incidents, including in the event of a cybersecurity incident that impacts business continuity.
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At this time, we do not believe that any risks from cybersecurity threats, including as a result of any previous cybersecurity incidents, have had, or are reasonably likely to have, a material effect on our business strategy, results of operations or financial condition.
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In the case of cybersecurity and technology risk more broadly, the Board’s Audit Committee has that responsibility. The Audit Committee is informed of risks from cybersecurity threats through regular reports from management and, from time to time, third parties that assist management in managing cybersecurity threats.
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Direct accountability of our cybersecurity program is housed within our Information Technology organization, which is led by our Chief Information Officer ("CIO"). Our CIO has served in this role since October 2021. Our CIO has 12 years of experience in senior technology roles with cybersecurity responsibilities.
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Our CISO has served in this role since March 2024. Our CISO has over 11 years of experience in senior technology roles with cybersecurity responsibilities, and more than 20 years of experience in technology and security. Our CISO holds an MBA; in addition, he holds a Bachelor of Computer Science degree and a Bachelor of Mathematics degree.

Item 2. Properties

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Biggest changeThe remaining locations from which we operate our vehicle rental businesses are leased or operated under concessions from governmental authorities and private entities.
Biggest changeThe remaining locations from which we operate our vehicle rental businesses are leased or operated under concessions from governmental authorities and private 42 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 2. PROPERTIES (Continued) entities.
Additionally, we have a 999-year lease for a reservation and financial center near Dublin, Ireland, at which we have centralized our European vehicle rental reservation, customer relations, accounting and human resource functions and we also lease a European headquarters office in Uxbridge, England.
Additionally, we have a 999-year lease for a reservation and financial center near Dublin, Ireland, at which we have centralized our European vehicle rental reservation, customer relations, accounting and human resource functions. We also lease a European headquarters office in Uxbridge, England.
We also operate vehicle rental operations internationally, where Australia, France, Germany, Italy and Spain account for approximately 30% of our International RAC segment rental locations. We own approximately 5% of the locations from which we operate our vehicle rental businesses and in some cases own real property that we lease to franchisees or other third parties.
We also operate vehicle rental operations internationally, where Australia, France, Italy, Spain and the U.K. account for approximately 30% of our International RAC segment rental locations. We own approximately 5% of the locations from which we operate our vehicle rental businesses and in some cases own real property that we lease to franchisees or other third parties.
We also own one facility in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma at which reservations for our vehicle rental operations are processed, global information technology systems are serviced and certain finance and accounting functions are performed.
We lease a facility in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma at which at which reservations for our vehicle rental operations are processed, global information technology systems are serviced and certain finance and accounting functions are performed.

Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures

Mine Safety Disclosures — required of mining issuers

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Biggest changeShe previously served as Senior Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer of the Company from October 2020 to July 2023 and as Senior Vice President, Internal Audit from June 2020 to October 2020. Prior to joining the Company, Ms. Brooks was the Vice President, Internal Audit at Aptiv PLC (“Aptiv”), a global technology company, beginning May 2015. Before joining Aptiv, Ms.
Biggest changeDube has served as Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer of the Company since July 2024. Prior to joining the Company, from June 2023 to July 2024, he was Chief Operating Officer of Intuit Mailchimp, a platform automation company.
She previously served as Senior Vice President and Controller from August 2020 to July 2023, as Vice President and Controller from August 2019 to August 2020, as Assistant Corporate Controller from August 2018 to August 2019, and in other accounting-related roles from September 2014 to August 2018. Prior to joining the Company, Ms.
She served as Senior Vice President and Controller from August 2020 to July 2023, as Vice President and Controller from August 2019 to August 2020, as Assistant Corporate Controller from August 2018 to August 2019, and in other Company accounting-related roles from September 2014 to August 2018. Prior to joining the Company, Ms.
Galloway held roles at Kforce and PricewaterhouseCoopers, both professional services firms, and is a Certified Public Accountant. 43 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES PART II
Galloway held roles at Kforce Inc. and PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, both professional services firms, and she is a Certified Public Accountant. 45 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES PART II
Leef served as Senior Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer at Atria Senior Living, a provider of independent, assisted living and memory care options, from October 2019 to July 2020. Prior to that, Mr.
Leef was Senior Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer of Atria Senior Living, a provider of independent, assisted living and memory care options. Prior to that, from 2013 to 2019, Mr.
Leef served as Executive Director, HR Client Support for GE and GE Appliances, a Haier Company that manufacturers appliances, from 2013 to September 2019 and held various other HR roles for GE Appliances since 2003. Ms. Galloway has served as Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer of the Company since July 2023.
Leef served as Executive Director, HR Client Support of General Electric Company and GE Appliances, a Haier company that manufacturers appliances, and beginning in 2003, he held various other human resources roles at GE Appliances. Ms. Galloway has served as Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer of the Company since July 2023.
Leef has served as Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer of the Company since February 2021 and previously served as Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer beginning September 2020. Prior to joining the Company, Mr.
AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES INFORMATION ABOUT OUR EXECUTIVE OFFICERS (Continued) Mr. Leef has served as Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer of the Company since February 2021, and he served as Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer beginning in September 2020. Prior to joining the Company, from October 2019 to July 2020, Mr.
ITEM 4. MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES Not applicable. 41 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES INFORMATION ABOUT OUR EXECUTIVE OFFICERS The table below sets forth, as of February 7, 2024, the names, ages, number of years employed by the Company and positions of our executive officers.
ITEM 4. MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES Not applicable. 43 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES INFORMATION ABOUT OUR EXECUTIVE OFFICERS The table below sets forth, as of February 6, 2025, the names, ages, and positions of our executive officers. Name Age Position W. Gil West 64 Chief Executive Officer Scott M.
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Leef 50 3 Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer Kelly Galloway 39 9 Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer Mr. Scherr has served as Chief Executive Officer and a member of the Company's Board since February 2022. Mr. Scherr was appointed Chairperson of the Board in January 2023. Prior to joining the Company, Mr.
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West was Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Delta Air Lines, Inc. (“Delta”), a global airline company, and from March 2008 to March 2014, he was Senior Vice President of Delta. From 2006 to 2007, prior to joining Delta, Mr. West was President and Chief Executive Officer of Laidlaw Transit Services, Inc., a provider of transportation services.
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West also served on the board of Genesis Park Acquisition Corporation from October 2020 to September 2021. Mr. Haralson has served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Company since June 2024. Prior to joining the Company, from February 2023 to June 2024, he was Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Spirit Airlines, Inc.
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(“Spirit”), an airline company. He served as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Spirit from October 2018 to January 2023; as Vice President, Financial Planning and Analysis and Corporate Real Estate from August 2017 to October 2018; and as Vice President, Financial Planning and Analysis from August 2012 to July 2017. Prior to his tenure at Spirit, Mr.
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("Conagra"), one of North America's leading branded food companies, from September 2009 to April 2022. Prior to that, she served in other senior management roles at Conagra since June 2006. Prior to joining Conagra, Ms.
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Dube was Senior Vice President, Marketing of Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, a financial services company, from 2012 to 2015 and was Senior Vice President, Marketing Strategy and Analytics (Credit Cards) of HSBC USA Inc., a financial services company, from 2006 to 2012. Ms. Martin has served as Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary since July 2024.
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Keppy has served as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the Company since November 2023. He previously served as President, North America Residential & Light Commercial HVAC, for Carrier Global Corporation ("Carrier"), a leader in sustainable healthy buildings, HVAC, commercial and transport refrigeration solutions, since March 2020. Prior to that, Mr.
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(formerly, Twitter, Inc.), a social media and technology company. Prior to that, Ms. Martin spent more than a decade as an Assistant U.S. Attorney at the U.S. Department of Justice.
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Item 5. Market for Registrant's Common Equity

Market for Common Equity — stock, dividends, buybacks

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Biggest changeGAAP measure are presented below : HERTZ Years Ended December 31, (In millions) 2023 2022 2021 Net income (loss) attributable to Hertz $ 452 $ 1,355 $ 1,157 Adjustments: Income tax provision (benefit) (329) 390 318 Non-vehicle depreciation and amortization 149 142 196 Non-vehicle debt interest, net (1) 238 169 185 Vehicle debt-related charges (2) 42 35 72 Restructuring and restructuring related charges (3) 17 45 76 Reorganization items, net (4) — — 513 Pre-reorganization and non-debtor financing charges (5) — — 42 Gain from the Donlen Sale (6) — — (400) Unrealized (gains) losses on financial instruments (7) 117 (111) (4) Gain on sale of non-vehicle capital assets (8) (162) — — Litigation settlements (9) — 168 — Other items (10) 37 112 (25) Adjusted Corporate EBITDA $ 561 $ 2,305 $ 2,130 HERTZ GLOBAL Years Ended December 31, (In millions) 2023 2022 2021 Net income (loss) attributable to Hertz Global $ 616 $ 2,059 $ 366 Adjustments: Income tax provision (benefit) (330) 390 318 Non-vehicle depreciation and amortization 149 142 196 Non-vehicle debt interest, net (1) 238 169 185 Vehicle debt-related charges (2) 42 35 72 Restructuring and restructuring related charges (3) 17 45 76 Reorganization items, net (4) — — 677 Pre-reorganization and non-debtor financing charges (5) — — 42 Gain from the Donlen Sale (6) — — (400) Unrealized (gains) losses on financial instruments (7) 117 (111) (4) Gain on sale of non-vehicle capital assets (8) (162) — — Litigation settlements (9) — 168 — Change in fair value of Public Warrants (11) (163) (704) 627 Other items (10) 37 112 (25) Adjusted Corporate EBITDA $ 561 $ 2,305 $ 2,130 56 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
Biggest changeHERTZ Years Ended December 31, (In millions) 2024 2023 Net income (loss) $ (3,137) $ 452 Adjustments: Income tax provision (benefit) (375) (329) Non-vehicle depreciation and amortization 139 149 Non-vehicle debt interest, net 375 238 Vehicle debt-related charges (1) 45 42 Restructuring and restructuring related charges (2) 66 17 Unrealized (gains) losses on financial instruments (3) 7 117 Gain on sale of non-vehicle capital assets (4) — (162) Non-cash stock-based compensation forfeitures (5) (64) — Bankruptcy-related litigation reserve (6) 292 — Long-Lived Assets impairment (7) 1,048 — Other items (8) 63 37 Adjusted Corporate EBITDA $ (1,541) $ 561 56 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
To accommodate increased demand, we seek to increase our available fleet and staff. As demand declines, we seek to reduce fleet and staff accordingly. As a result, we strive to maintain a flexible workforce, with a significant number of part-time and seasonal workers.
To accommodate increased demand, we seek to increase our available fleet and staff. As demand declines, we seek to reduce our fleet and staff accordingly. As a result, we strive to maintain a flexible workforce, with a significant number of part-time and seasonal workers.
AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 7.
AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 7.
AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 7.
AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 7.
Amounts, such as percentages, are calculated from the underlying numbers in thousands, and as a result, may not agree to the amount when calculated from the tables in millions. Discussions regarding our results of operations, liquidity and capital resources for the year ended December 31, 2023 compared to the year ended December 31, 2022 are included within this MD&A.
Amounts, such as percentages, are calculated from the underlying numbers in thousands, and as a result, may not agree to the amount when calculated from the tables in millions. Discussions regarding our results of operations, liquidity and capital resources for the year ended December 31, 2024 compared to the year ended December 31, 2023 are included within this MD&A.
Hertz Holdings paid no cash dividends on its common stock in 2023 or 2022, and it does not expect to pay dividends on its common stock for the foreseeable future. Since Hertz Holdings does not conduct business itself, any dividends on, and repurchases of, its common stock must be funded using dividends or amounts borrowed from Hertz or independent borrowings.
Hertz Holdings paid no cash dividends on its common stock in 2024 or 2023, and it does not expect to pay dividends on its common stock for the foreseeable future. Since Hertz Holdings does not conduct business itself, any dividends on, and repurchases of, its common stock must be funded using dividends or amounts borrowed from Hertz or independent borrowings.
When a revenue earning vehicle is acquired outside of a vehicle repurchase program, which is the case for the majority of our fleet at December 31, 2023, we estimate the period that we will hold the asset, primarily based on historical measures of the amount of rental activity (e.g., automobile mileage).
When a revenue earning vehicle is acquired outside of a vehicle repurchase program, which is the case for the majority of our fleet at December 31, 2024, we estimate the period that we will hold the asset, primarily based on historical measures of the amount of rental activity (e.g., automobile mileage).
Our actual results may differ materially from those contained in or implied by any forward-looking statements. You should read the following MD&A together with the sections entitled “Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements and Summary of Risk Factors,” Item 1A, "Risk Factors,” and our consolidated financial statements and related notes included in Part II, Item 8 of this 2023 Annual Report.
Our actual results may differ materially from those contained in or implied by any forward-looking statements. You should read the following MD&A together with the sections entitled “Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements and Summary of Risk Factors,” Item 1A, "Risk Factors” and our consolidated financial statements and related notes included in Part II, Item 8 of this 2024 Annual Report.
Average Rentable Vehicles excludes vehicles for sale on our retail lots or actively in the process of being sold through other disposition channels and is determined using a simple average of such vehicles at the beginning and end of a given peri od.
Average Rentable Vehicles excludes vehicles for sale on our retail lots or actively in the process of being sold through other disposition channels and is determined using a simple average of such vehicles at the beginning and end of a given period.
When evaluating our operating performance, investors should not consider Adjusted Corporate EBITDA in isolation of, or as a substitute for, measures of our financial performance determined in accordance with U.S. GAAP. The reconciliations to the most comparable consolidated U.S.
When evaluating our operating performance, investors should not consider Adjusted Corporate EBITDA in isolation of, or as a substitute for, measures of our financial performance determined in accordance with U.S. GAAP. The reconciliations to the most comparable consolidated U.S. GAAP measure are presented below.
Any future repurchases will be made at the discretion of Hertz Global's management through a variety of methods, such as open-market transactions (including pre-set trading plans pursuant to Rule 10b5-1 of the Exchange Act), privately negotiated transactions, accelerated share repurchases, and other transactions in accordance with applicable securities laws.
Subsequent to the expiration of Amendment No. 8, any future share repurchases will be made at the discretion of Hertz Global's management through a variety of methods, such as open-market transactions (including pre-set trading plans pursuant to Rule 10b5-1 under the Exchange Act), privately negotiated transactions, accelerated share repurchases and other transactions in accordance with applicable securities laws.
The credit agreements governing Hertz's First Lien Credit Facilities and the indenture governing Hertz's Senior Notes Due 2026 and Senior Notes Due 2029 provide conditions that limit when Hertz can make dividends and certain other restricted payments, including restrictions for distributions to Hertz Holdings used to pay dividends on Hertz Holdings' common stock.
The credit agreement governing Hertz's First Lien Credit Facilities and the indentures governing the First Lien Senior Notes, the Exchangeable Notes, the Senior Notes Due 2026 and the Senior Notes Due 2029 provide conditions that limit when Hertz can make dividends and certain other restricted payments, including restrictions for distributions to Hertz Holdings used to pay dividends on Hertz Holdings' common stock.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. is a holding company and its principal, wholly-owned subsidiary is The Hertz Corporation. Hertz Global consolidates Hertz for financial statement purposes, and Hertz comprises approximately the entire balance of Hertz Global’s assets, liabilities and operating cash flows.
ITEM 6. [RESERVED] Not applicable. ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. is a holding company and its principal, wholly owned subsidiary is The Hertz Corporation. Hertz Global consolidates Hertz for financial statement purposes, and Hertz comprises approximately the entire balance of Hertz Global’s assets, liabilities and operating cash flows.
There can be no assurance as to the timing or number of any share repurchases. 44 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 5.
There can be no assurance as to the timing or number of any share repurchases. 61 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 7.
ITEM 5. MARKET FOR REGISTRANT'S COMMON EQUITY, RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS AND ISSUER PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES HERTZ GLOBAL Hertz Holdings' common stock and Public Warrants trade on The Nasdaq Global Select Market ("Nasdaq") under the symbols "HTZ" and "HTZWW," respectively. As of February 7, 2024, there were 863 holders of record of Hertz Holdings' common stock.
ITEM 5. MARKET FOR REGISTRANT'S COMMON EQUITY, RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS AND ISSUER PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES HERTZ GLOBAL Hertz Holdings' common stock and Public Warrants trade on The Nasdaq Global Select Market ("Nasdaq") under the symbols "HTZ" and "HTZWW," respectively. As of February 6, 2025, there were 833 holders of record of Hertz Holdings' common stock.
A number of our other major operating costs, including airport concession fees, commissions and vehicle liability expenses, are directly related to revenues or transaction volumes. Certain operating expenses, including real estate taxes, rent, insurance, utilities, maintenance and other facility-related expenses, and minimum staffing costs, remain fixed and cannot be adjusted for demand.
A number of our other major operating costs, including airport concession fees, commissions and vehicle liability expenses, are directly related to revenues or transaction volumes. Certain operating expenses, including real estate taxes, rent, insurance, utilities, maintenance and other facility-related expenses, and minimum staffing costs, remain fixed and cannot be adjusted for demand. 49 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
Our Reportable Segments We have identified two reportable segments, which are consistent with our operating segments and organized based on the products and services provided and the geographic areas in which business is conducted, as follows: • Americas RAC - Rental of vehicles, as well as sales of value-added services, in the U.S., Canada, Latin America and the Caribbean; and • International RAC - Rental of vehicles, as well as sales of value-added services, in locations other than the U.S., Canada, Latin America and the Caribbean.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued) Our Reportable Segments We have identified two reportable segments, which are consistent with our operating segments and organized based on the products and services provided and the geographic areas in which business is conducted, as follows: • Americas RAC - Rental of vehicles, as well as sales of value-added services, in the U.S., Canada, Latin America and the Caribbean; and • International RAC - Rental of vehicles, as well as sales of value-added services, in locations other than the U.S., Canada, Latin America and the Caribbean.
Depreciation rates are reviewed on a quarterly basis based on management's ongoing assessment of present and estimated future market conditions, their effect on residual values at the expected time of disposal and any changes to the estimated holding period of the vehicle.
The vehicle is depreciated using a rate based on these estimates. Depreciation rates are reviewed on a quarterly basis based on management's ongoing assessment of present and estimated future market conditions, their effect on residual values at the expected time of disposal and any changes to the estimated holding period of the vehicle.
Footnotes to the Results of Operations and Selected Operating Data by Segment Tables (a) Adjusted Corporate EBITDA is calculated as net income (loss) attributable to Hertz or Hertz Global, adjusted for income taxes; non-vehicle depreciation and amortization; non-vehicle debt interest, net; vehicle debt-related charges; restructuring and restructuring related charges; unrealized (gains) losses from financial instruments; gain on sale of non-vehicle capital assets; change in fair value of Public Warrants and certain other miscellaneous items.
Footnotes to the Results of Operations and Selected Operating Data by Segment Tables (a) Adjusted Corporate EBITDA is calculated as net income (loss), adjusted for income taxes; non-vehicle depreciation and amortization; non-vehicle debt interest, net; vehicle debt-related charges; restructuring and restructuring related charges; unrealized (gains) losses from financial instruments; change in fair value of Public Warrants and certain other miscellaneous or non-recurring items.
Discussions of our results of operations, liquidity and capital resources for the year ended December 31, 2022 compared to the year ended December 31, 2021 can be found under Part II, Item 7 of our 2022 Form 10-K, which is available on the SEC's website (www.sec.gov) or indirectly through our website (www.hertz.com). 50 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
Discussions of our results of operations, liquidity and capital resources for the year ended December 31, 2023 compared to the year ended December 31, 2022 can be found under Part II, Item 7 of our 2023 Form 10-K, which is available on the SEC's website (www.sec.gov) or indirectly through our website (www.hertz.com).
We periodically review and adjust the mix between program and non-program vehicles in our fleet based on contract negotiations and the economic environment pertaining to our industry in an effort to optimize the mix of vehicles. The use of program vehicles reduces the volatility associated with residual value estimation.
We periodically review and adjust the mix between program and non-program vehicles in our fleet based on contract negotiations and the economic environment pertaining to our industry in an effort to optimize the mix of vehicles. The use of program vehicles reduces the volatility associated with residual value estimation. 50 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
For more information on the above, see the discussion of our results on a consolidated basis and by segment that follows herein. In this MD&A, certain amounts in the following tables are denoted in millions.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued) For more information on the above, see the discussion of our results on a consolidated basis and by segment that follows herein. In this MD&A, certain amounts in the following tables are denoted in millions.
(11) Represents the change in fair value during the reporting period for Hertz Global's outstanding Public Warrants, as disclosed in Note 12, "Fair Value Measurements," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2023 Annual Report.
(9) Represents the change in fair value during the reporting period for Hertz Global's outstanding Public Warrants, as disclosed in Note 13, "Fair Value Measurements," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2024 Annual Report.
Vehicle interest expense, net in our Americas RAC segment was also impacted by the unwind of certain of its interest rate caps in the first quarter of 2023 resulting in the realization of $88 million of previously unrealized gains, partially offset by a $98 million realized gain.
Vehicle interest expense in our Americas RAC segment was also impacted by the unwind of certain of its interest rate caps in the first quarter of 2023 resulting in the realization of $88 million of previously unrealized gains, partially offset by a $98 million realized gain for which there was no comparable transaction in 2024.
International RAC As of December 31, 2023, our International RAC operations had approximately 6,200 company-operated and franchisee locations, comprised of 1,500 airport and 4,700 off airport locations in approximately 110 countries and jurisdictions, including Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East and New Zealand. 54 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
International RAC As of December 31, 2024, our International RAC operations had approximately 6,200 company-operated and franchisee locations, comprised of 1,500 airport and 4,700 off airport locations in approximately 110 countries and jurisdictions, including Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East and New Zealand.
(b) Transaction Days represents the total number of 24-hour periods, with any partial period counted as one Transaction Day, that vehicles were on rent (the period between when a rental contract is opened and closed) in a given period. Thus, it is possible for a vehicle to attain more than one Transaction Day in a 24-hour period.
(b) Transaction Days represents the total number of 24-hour periods, with any partial period counted as one Transaction Day, that vehicles were on rent (the period between when a rental contract is opened and closed) in a given period.
Repurchases of Equity Securities Share Repurchase Programs for Common Stock In November 2021, Hertz Global's independent Audit Committee recommended, and its Board approved, a share repurchase program that authorized the repurchase of up to $2.0 billion worth of shares of Hertz Global's outstanding common stock (the "2021 Share Repurchase Program"), which was announced on November 29, 2021.
Repurchases of Equity Securities Share Repurchase Programs for Common Stock In June 2022, Hertz Global's independent Audit Committee recommended, and its Board approved, a share repurchase program (the "2022 Share Repurchase Program") that authorized repurchases of up to $2.0 billion worth of shares of Hertz Global's outstanding common stock.
COMPARISON OF CUMULATIVE TOTAL RETURN AMONG HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC., RUSSELL 1000 INDEX AND MORNINGSTAR RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES INDUSTRY GROUP ASSUMES DIVIDEND REINVESTMENT HERTZ There is no established public trading market for the common stock of Hertz.
COMPARISON OF CUMULATIVE TOTAL RETURN AMONG HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC., RUSSELL 1000 INDEX AND MORNINGSTAR RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES INDUSTRY GROUP ASSUMES DIVIDEND REINVESTMENT HERTZ There is no established public trading market for the common stock of Hertz. Rental Car Intermediate Holdings, LLC, which is wholly owned by Hertz Holdings, owns all of the outstanding common stock of Hertz.
Depreciation of revenue earning vehicles and lease charges, net increased $1.3 billion in 2023 compared to 2022, of which $1.2 billion is attributed to our Americas RAC segment.
Depreciation of revenue earning vehicles and lease charges, net increased $1.6 billion in 2024 compared to 2023, of which $1.4 billion is attributable to our Americas RAC segment.
(c) Vehicle Utilization is calculated by dividing total Transaction Days by Available Car Days. Available Car Days represents Average Rentable Vehicles multiplied by the number of days in a given period.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued) (c) Vehicle Utilization is calculated by dividing total Transaction Days by Available Car Days. Available Car Days represents Average Rentable Vehicles multiplied by the number of days in a given period.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued) • Total Revenue Per Transaction Day ("Total RPD," also referred to as "pricing") – important key metric to management and investors as it represents a measurement of the changes in underlying pricing in the vehicle rental business and encompasses the elements in vehicle rental pricing that management has the ability to control. • Total Revenue Per Unit Per Month ("Total RPU") – important key metric to management and investors as it provides a measure of revenue productivity relative to the number of vehicles in our rental fleet whether owned or leased ("Average Rentable Vehicles").
Depreciation Per Unit Per Month is reflective of how we are managing the costs of our vehicles and facilitates a comparison with other participants in the vehicle rental industry. • Total Revenue Per Transaction Day ("Total RPD," also referred to as "pricing") – important key metric to management and investors as it represents a measurement of the changes in underlying pricing in the vehicle rental business and encompasses the elements in vehicle rental pricing that management has the ability to control. • Total Revenue Per Unit Per Month ("Total RPU") – important key metric to management and investors as it provides a measure of revenue productivity relative to the number of vehicles in our rental fleet whether owned or leased ("Average Rentable Vehicles").
As of December 31, 2023, approximately $874 million remains available under the 2022 Share Repurchase Program. Between inception and December 31, 2023, a total of 66,684,169 shares of Hertz Global's common stock were repurchased in open-market transactions under the 2022 Share Repurchase Program at an average share price of $16.88 for an aggregate purchase price of $1.1 billion.
Between inception and December 31, 2023, a total of 66,684,169 shares of Hertz Global's common stock were repurchased in open-market transactions under the 2022 Share Repurchase Program at an average share price of $16.88 for an aggregate purchase price of $1.1 billion, excluding applicable excise tax. There were no share repurchases during the year ended December 31, 2024.
MARKET FOR REGISTRANT'S COMMON EQUITY, RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS AND ISSUER PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES (Continued) Hertz paid dividends to Hertz Holdings of $321 million and $2.5 billion in 2023 and 2022, respectively, to help fund common stock repurchases, as further disclosed in Note 16, "Equity and Earnings (Loss) Per Common Share – Hertz Global" in Part II, Item 8 of this 2023 Annual Report.
Hertz paid dividends to Hertz Holdings of $321 million and $2,477 million in 2023 and 2022, respectively, to help fund common stock repurchases, as further disclosed in Note 17, "Equity and Earnings (Loss) Per Common Share – Hertz Global" in Part II, Item 8 of this 2024 Annual Report.
The credit agreements governing Hertz's First Lien Credit Facilities provide conditions that limit when Hertz can make dividends and certain other restricted payments, including restrictions for distributions to Hertz Holdings used to pay dividends on Hertz Holdings' common stock. ITEM 6. [RESERVED] Not applicable. ITEM 7.
The credit agreement governing Hertz's First Lien Credit Facilities and the indentures governing the First Lien Senior Notes, the Exchangeable Notes, the Senior Notes Due 2026 and the Senior Notes Due 2029 provide conditions that limit when Hertz can make dividends and certain other restricted payments, including restrictions for distributions to Hertz Holdings used to pay dividends on Hertz Holdings' common stock.
Differences between the operations and results of Hertz and Hertz Global are separately disclosed and explained. We sometimes use the words “we,” “our,” “us,” and the “Company” in this MD&A for disclosures that relate to all of Hertz and Hertz Global.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued) We sometimes use the words “we,” “our,” “us” and the “Company” in this MD&A for disclosures that relate to all of Hertz and Hertz Global.
AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued) RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND SELECTED OPERATING DATA BY SEGMENT Americas RAC As of December 31, 2023, our Americas RAC operations had a total of approximately 5,200 company-operated and franchisee locations, comprised of 1,900 airport and 3,300 off airport locations.
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND SELECTED OPERATING DATA BY SEGMENT Americas RAC As of December 31, 2024, our Americas RAC operations had a total of approximately 5,000 company-operated and franchisee locations, comprised of 2,000 airport and 3,000 off airport locations. 53 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 7.
CONSOLIDATED RESULTS OF OPERATIONS - HERTZ GLOBAL The above discussion for Hertz also applies to Hertz Global. Hertz Global had income of $163 million and $704 million from the change in fair value of Public Warrants that was incremental to Hertz for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively. 52 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
Hertz Global had income of $275 million and $163 million from the change in fair value of Public Warrants that was incremental to Hertz for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued) Results of operations and our discussion and analysis for our International RAC segment were as follows: Years Ended December 31, Percent Increase/(Decrease) ($ In millions, except as noted) 2023 2022 2021 2023 vs. 2022 2022 vs. 2021 Total revenues $ 1,649 $ 1,405 $ 985 17% 43% Depreciation of revenue earning vehicles and lease charges, net $ 264 $ 148 $ 154 78 (4) Direct vehicle and operating expenses $ 880 $ 728 $ 606 21 20 Direct vehicle and operating expenses as a percentage of total revenues 53 % 52 % 61 % Non-vehicle depreciation and amortization $ 11 $ 13 $ 16 (9) (19) Selling, general and administrative expenses $ 227 $ 180 $ 136 26 33 Selling, general and administrative expenses as a percentage of total revenues 14 % 13 % 14 % Vehicle interest expense $ 99 $ 19 $ 59 NM (69) Reorganization items, net $ — $ — $ 12 — (100) Adjusted EBITDA $ 302 $ 350 $ 90 (14) NM Transaction Days (in thousands) (b) 28,974 25,101 20,488 15 23 Average Vehicles (in whole units) (c) 106,240 94,999 77,643 12 22 Average Rentable Vehicles (in whole units) (c) 104,173 93,564 76,190 11 23 Vehicle Utilization (c) 76 % 73 % 74 % Total RPD (in dollars) (d) $ 56.19 $ 56.14 $ 43.24 — 30 Total RPU Per Month (in whole dollars) (e) $ 1,302 $ 1,255 $ 969 4 30 Depreciation Per Unit Per Month (in whole dollars) (f) $ 203 $ 130 $ 149 56 (13) Percentage of program vehicles as of period end 18 % 29 % 32 % Footnotes to the table above are shown in the "Footnotes to the Results of Operations and Selected Operating Data by Segment Tables" section of this MD&A.
Results of operations and our discussion and analysis for our International RAC segment were as follows: Years Ended December 31, Percent Increase/(Decrease) ($ In millions, except as noted) 2024 2023 2024 vs. 2023 Total revenues $ 1,651 $ 1,649 —% Depreciation of revenue earning vehicles and lease charges, net $ 413 $ 264 57 Direct vehicle and operating expenses $ 971 $ 880 10 Direct vehicle and operating expenses as a percentage of total revenues 59 % 53 % Non-vehicle depreciation and amortization $ 13 $ 11 18 Selling, general and administrative expenses $ 244 $ 227 7 Selling, general and administrative expenses as a percentage of total revenues 15 % 14 % Vehicle interest expense $ 111 $ 99 12 Long-Lived Assets impairment $ 183 $ — NM Adjusted EBITDA $ 31 $ 302 (90) Transaction Days (in thousands) (b) 29,104 28,974 — Average Vehicles (in whole units) (c) 106,573 106,240 — Average Rentable Vehicles (in whole units) (c) 104,661 104,173 — Vehicle Utilization (c) 76 % 76 % Total RPD (in dollars) (d) $ 58.11 $ 58.33 — Total RPU Per Month (in whole dollars) (e) $ 1,347 $ 1,352 — Depreciation Per Unit Per Month (in whole dollars) (f) $ 331 $ 212 56 Percentage of program vehicles as of period end 26 % 18 % Footnotes to the table above are shown in the "Footnotes to the Results of Operations and Selected Operating Data by Segment Tables" section of this MD&A.
SG&A in our International RAC segment increased due primarily to intercompany royalty assessment fees paid to our corporate operations, partially offset by decreased incentive compensation and a reduction in litigation reserves.
SG&A in our Americas RAC segment decreased due primarily to reduced advertising spend, partially offset by increased restructuring related costs and increased personnel costs. SG&A in our International RAC segment increased due primarily to increased restructuring related costs and higher personnel costs, partially offset by lower intercompany royalty assessment fees paid to our corporate operations.
In June 2022, Hertz Global's independent Audit Committee recommended, and its Board approved, a new share repurchase program (the "2022 Share Repurchase Program") that authorized additional repurchases of up to an incremental $2.0 billion worth of shares of Hertz Global's outstanding common stock.The 2022 Share Repurchase Program, announced on June 15, 2022, has no initial time limit, does not obligate Hertz Global to acquire any particular amount of common stock and can be discontinued at any time.
Share Repurchase Programs for Common Stock In June 2022, Hertz Global's independent Audit Committee recommended, and its Board approved, the 2022 Share Repurchase Program that authorized additional repurchases of up to an incremental $2.0 billion worth of shares of Hertz Global's outstanding common stock.
Results of operations and our discussion and analysis for our Americas RAC segment were as follows: Years Ended December 31, Percent Increase/(Decrease) ($ In millions, except as noted) 2023 2022 2021 2023 vs. 2022 2022 vs. 2021 Total revenues $ 7,722 $ 7,280 $ 6,215 6% 17% Depreciation of revenue earning vehicles and lease charges, net $ 1,775 $ 553 $ 343 NM 61 Direct vehicle and operating expenses $ 4,582 $ 4,080 $ 3,302 12 24 Direct vehicle and operating expenses as a percentage of total revenues 59 % 56 % 53 % Non-vehicle depreciation and amortization $ 125 $ 114 $ 166 10 (31) Selling, general and administrative expenses $ 501 $ 351 $ 282 43 25 Selling, general and administrative expenses as a percentage of total revenues 6 % 5 % 5 % Vehicle interest expense $ 456 $ 140 $ 213 NM (34) Reorganization items, net $ — $ — $ 80 — (100) Adjusted EBITDA $ 585 $ 2,292 $ 2,173 (74) 5 Transaction Days (in thousands) (b) 125,215 111,759 100,085 12 12 Average Vehicles (in whole units) (c) 446,219 411,047 355,647 9 16 Average Rentable Vehicles (in whole units) (c) 422,485 385,234 345,306 10 12 Vehicle Utilization (c) 81 % 79 % 79 % Total RPD (in dollars) (d) $ 61.65 $ 65.03 $ 61.99 (5) 5 Total RPU Per Month (in whole dollars) (e) $ 1,523 $ 1,572 $ 1,497 (3) 5 Depreciation Per Unit Per Month (in whole dollars) (f) $ 332 $ 112 $ 81 NM 39 Percentage of program vehicles as of period end 1 % 1 % 0.4 % Footnotes to the table above are shown in the "Footnotes to the Results of Operations and Selected Operating Data by Segment Tables" section of this MD&A.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued) Results of operations and our discussion and analysis for our Americas RAC segment were as follows: Years Ended December 31, Percent Increase/(Decrease) ($ In millions, except as noted) 2024 2023 2024 vs. 2023 Total revenues $ 7,398 $ 7,722 (4)% Depreciation of revenue earning vehicles and lease charges, net $ 3,198 $ 1,775 80 Direct vehicle and operating expenses $ 4,726 $ 4,582 3 Direct vehicle and operating expenses as a percentage of total revenues 64 % 59 % Non-vehicle depreciation and amortization $ 109 $ 125 (13) Selling, general and administrative expenses $ 482 $ 501 (4) Selling, general and administrative expenses as a percentage of total revenues 7 % 6 % Vehicle interest expense $ 479 $ 456 5 Long-Lived Assets impairment $ 865 $ — NM Adjusted EBITDA $ (1,357) $ 585 NM Transaction Days (in thousands) (b) 124,767 125,215 — Average Vehicles (in whole units) (c) 453,706 446,219 2 Average Rentable Vehicles (in whole units) (c) 426,017 422,485 1 Vehicle Utilization (c) 80 % 81 % Total RPD (in dollars) (d) $ 59.38 $ 61.73 (4) Total RPU Per Month (in whole dollars) (e) $ 1,449 $ 1,524 (5) Depreciation Per Unit Per Month (in whole dollars) (f) $ 588 $ 332 77 Percentage of program vehicles as of period end 7 % 1 % Footnotes to the table above are shown in the "Footnotes to the Results of Operations and Selected Operating Data by Segment Tables" section of this MD&A.
Our business requires significant expenditures for vehicles, and as such, we require substantial liquidity to finance such expenditures. Our strategy is focused on excellence in execution of our rental operations, presenting distinct product offerings through each of our brands, building on our leadership in ride share and selling vehicles from the fleet directly to consumers.
Our business requires significant expenditures for vehicles, and, as such, we require substantial liquidity to finance such expenditures. Our strategy is focused on excellence in execution of the basics. We are committed to delivering unmatched customer experiences, optimizing fleet economics and building on our leadership in ride share.
We also estimate the residual value of the applicable revenue earning vehicles at the expected time of disposal, considering factors such as make, model and options, age, physical condition, mileage, sale location, time of the year, channel disposition (e.g., 48 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 7.
We also estimate the residual value of the applicable revenue earning vehicles at the expected time of disposal, considering factors such as make, model and options, age, physical condition, mileage, sale location, time of the year, channel disposition (e.g., auction, retail, dealer direct), historical sales experience for similar vehicles, third-party expectations of resale value and market conditions.
See Note 11, "Financial Instruments," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2023 Annual Report. (8) Represents the gain on sale of certain non-vehicle capital assets sold in March 2023. See Note 3, "Divestitures," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2023 Annual Report. (9) Represents payments made for the settlement of certain claims related to alleged false arrests.
See Note 12, "Financial Instruments," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2024 Annual Report. (4) Represents the gain on sale of certain non-vehicle capital assets sold in 2023. See Note 4, "Divestitures," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2024 Annual Report. (5) Represents former CEO awards forfeited in March 2024.
GAAP measure, in the "Footnotes to the Results of Operations and Selected Operating Data by Segment Tables" section of this MD&A. OVERVIEW OF OUR BUSINESS AND OPERATING ENVIRONMENT Our Business We are engaged principally in the business of renting vehicles primarily through our Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty brands.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued) OVERVIEW OF OUR BUSINESS AND OPERATING ENVIRONMENT Our Business We are engaged principally in the business of renting vehicles primarily through our Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty brands.
The decrease in cost associated with our corporate operations was due primarily to lower non-cash stock-based compensation costs, intercompany royalty assessment fees received from our International RAC segment, reduced bankruptcy claims and lower incentive compensation. SG&A in our Americas RAC segment increased as a result of increased IT and personnel costs and higher advertising spend.
The decrease in SG&A associated with our corporate operations was due primarily to a non-cash stock-based compensation gain related to forfeitures of former chief executive officer ("CEO") awards in March 2024, decreased third-party spend and reduced non-cash stock-based compensation charges, partially offset by intercompany royalty assessment fees received from our International RAC segment and increased restructuring related costs.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued) CONSOLIDATED RESULTS OF OPERATIONS - HERTZ Years Ended December 31, Percent Increase/(Decrease) ($ In millions) 2023 2022 2021 2023 vs. 2022 2022 vs. 2021 Total revenues $ 9,371 $ 8,685 $ 7,336 8% 18% Direct vehicle and operating expenses 5,455 4,808 3,920 13 23 Depreciation of revenue earning vehicles and lease charges, net 2,039 701 497 NM 41 Non-vehicle depreciation and amortization 149 142 196 4 (27) Selling, general and administrative expenses 962 959 688 — 39 Interest expense, net: Vehicle 555 159 284 NM (44) Non-vehicle 238 169 185 41 (9) Interest expense, net 793 328 469 NM (30) Other (income) expense, net 12 2 (21) NM NM Reorganization items, net — — 513 — (100) Gain on sale of non vehicle assets (162) — — — — (Gain) from the sale of a business — — (400) — (100) Income (loss) before income taxes 123 1,745 1,474 (93) 18 Income tax (provision) benefit 329 (390) (318) NM 23 Net income (loss) 452 1,355 1,156 (67) 17 Net (income) loss attributable to noncontrolling interests — — 1 — (100) Net income (loss) attributable to Hertz $ 452 $ 1,355 $ 1,157 (67) 17 Adjusted Corporate EBITDA (a) $ 561 $ 2,305 $ 2,130 (76) 8 The footnote in the table above is shown in the "Footnotes to the Results of Operations and Selected Operating Data by Segment Tables" section of this MD&A.
CONSOLIDATED RESULTS OF OPERATIONS - HERTZ Years Ended December 31, Percent Increase/(Decrease) ($ In millions) 2024 2023 Total revenues $ 9,049 $ 9,371 (3)% Depreciation of revenue earning vehicles and lease charges, net 3,611 2,039 77 Direct vehicle and operating expenses 5,689 5,455 4 Non-vehicle depreciation and amortization 139 149 (6) Selling, general and administrative expenses 819 962 (15) Interest expense, net: Vehicle 590 555 6 Non-vehicle 369 238 55 Interest expense, net 959 793 21 Other (income) expense, net 4 12 (65) (Gain) from the sale of non-vehicle capital assets — (162) (100) Bankruptcy-related litigation reserve 292 — NM Long-Lived Assets impairment 1,048 — NM Income (loss) before income taxes (3,512) 123 NM Income tax (provision) benefit 375 329 14 Net income (loss) $ (3,137) $ 452 NM Adjusted Corporate EBITDA (a) $ (1,541) $ 561 NM The footnote in the table above is shown in the "Footnotes to the Results of Operations and Selected Operating Data by Segment Tables" section of this MD&A.
See Note 14, "Contingencies and Off-Balance Sheet Commitments," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2023 Annual Report. (10) Represents miscellaneous items. For 2023, primarily includes certain IT-related costs, charges for certain storm-related vehicle damages and certain professional fees and charges related to the settlement of bankruptcy claims, partially offset by a loss recovery settlement.
For 2024, primarily includes certain IT-related charges, cloud computing costs and certain storm-related vehicle damages, partially offset by a loss recovery settlement and certain litigation settlements. For 2023, primarily includes certain IT-related charges, certain storm-related vehicle damages and certain professional fees and charges related to the settlement of bankruptcy claims, partially offset by a loss recovery settlement.
Our expenses primarily consist of: • Direct vehicle and operating expense ("DOE"), primarily wages and related benefits; commissions and concession fees paid to airport authorities, travel agents and others; facility, self-insurance and reservation costs; and other costs relating to the operation and rental of revenue earning vehicles, such as damage, maintenance and fuel costs; 47 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
Our expenses primarily consist of: • direct vehicle and operating expense ("DOE"), primarily wages and related benefits; commissions and concession fees paid to airport authorities, travel agents and others; facility, self-insurance and reservation costs; and other costs relating to the operation and rental of revenue earning vehicles, such as collision and damage, maintenance, fuel and electric charging costs; • depreciation expense and lease charges, net relating to revenue earning vehicles, including gains and losses and related costs associated with the disposal of vehicles; • depreciation and amortization expense relating to non-vehicle assets; • selling, general and administrative expense ("SG&A"), which includes advertising costs and administrative personnel costs, along with costs for information technology and business transformation programs; and • interest expense, net.
(2) Represents vehicle debt-related charges relating to the amortization of deferred financing costs and debt discounts and premiums. (3) Represents charges incurred under restructuring actions as defined in U.S. GAAP, excluding impairments and asset write-downs. Also includes restructuring related charges such as incremental costs incurred directly supporting business transformation initiatives.
(2) Represents charges incurred under restructuring actions as defined in U.S. GAAP, excluding impairments and asset write-downs. Also includes restructuring related charges such as incremental costs incurred related to personnel reductions, litigation and closure of underperforming locations. (3) Represents unrealized (gains) losses on derivative financial instruments.
The results are based on an assumed $100 invested on November 9, 2021 (the first day of trading pursuant to a registration statement on Form S-1), at the market close, through December 31, 2023. Share price performance presented below is not necessarily indicative of future results.
MARKET FOR REGISTRANT'S COMMON EQUITY, RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS AND ISSUER PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES (Continued) to a registration statement on Form S-1), at the market close, through December 31, 2024. Share price performance presented below is not necessarily indicative of future results.
NM - Not meaningful Year Ended December 31, 2023 Compared with Year Ended December 31, 2022 Total revenues for Americas RAC increased $443 million in 2023 compared to 2022 due primarily to higher volume, with an increase in Transaction Days, partially offset by lower pricing.
NM - Not meaningful Year Ended December 31, 2024 Compared with Year Ended December 31, 2023 Total Americas RAC revenues decreased $324 million in 2024 compared to 2023 due primarily to lower pricing. Total RPD declined due primarily to lower rates in most customer channels. Transaction Days was generally consistent with 2023.
Vehicle interest expense, net increased $396 million in 2023 compared to 2022 due primarily to higher average interest rates, which in part reflects reduced unrealized gains on interest caps in 2023, and higher debt levels resulting primarily by increased fleet levels.
Vehicle interest expense, net increased $35 million in 2024 compared to 2023 due primarily to higher interest rates and increased debt levels. Non-vehicle interest expense, net increased $131 million in 2024 compared to 2023 due primarily to higher debt levels and higher interest rates.
SG&A for International RAC increased $47 million in 2023 compared to 2022 due primarily to increased intercompany royalty assessment fees paid to our corporate operations, partially offset by decreased incentive compensation and a reduction in litigation reserves. 55 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 7.
SG&A for International RAC increased $16 million in 2024 compared to 2023 due primarily to increased restructuring related costs and higher personnel costs, partially offset by lower intercompany royalty assessment fees paid to our corporate operations.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued) Vehicles and (iii) a lower volume of vehicle dispositions, partially offset by longer vehicle holding periods.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued) benchmark rates on the HVF III 2021-A Notes, partially offset by interest rate mix and lower debt levels.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued) Vehicle interest expense for International RAC increased $81 million in 2023 compared to 2022 due primarily to higher interest rates and higher debt levels.
Vehicle interest expense for International RAC increased $12 million in 2024 compared to 2023 due primarily to higher debt levels and higher market interest rates. International RAC recognized an impairment charge of $183 million in 2024 associated with its revenue earning vehicles.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued) (1) Includes impact of foreign currency exchange at average rates ("fx"). (2) Results shown are in constant currency as of December 31, 2022. (3) The percentages shown in this chart reflect Vehicle Utilization versus period-over-period change.
The following charts provide the period-over-period change for several key factors influencing our results for each of the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023: (1) Includes impact of foreign currency exchange at average rates. (2) Results shown are in constant currency as of December 31, 2023.
Depreciation of revenue earning vehicles and lease charges, net for Americas RAC increased $1.2 billion in 2023 compared to 2022 due primarily to (i) reduced per unit gains on vehicle dispositions, (ii) an increase in Average 53 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 7.
Depreciation of revenue earning vehicles and lease charges, net for Americas RAC increased $1.4 billion in 2024 compared to 2023 due primarily to (i) deterioration in residual values at the expected time of disposal, (ii) decreased holding periods resulting in part from the acceleration of our rental fleet rotation and (iii) per unit losses recognized on vehicle dispositions in 2024 compared to per unit gains recognized in 2023.
The change in tax provision in 2023 compared to 2022 was primarily driven by lower pre-tax income in 2023, benefits from EV credits generated in 2023 and the release of valuation allowances in 2023 primarily related to the characterization of the loss on the restructuring of European operations.
The change in tax in 2024 compared to 2023 is driven by lower pretax income, increases in valuation allowances in 2024 and lower EV credits generated in 2024. CONSOLIDATED RESULTS OF OPERATIONS - HERTZ GLOBAL The above discussion for Hertz also applies to Hertz Global.
Additionally, depreciation of revenue earning vehicles and lease charges, net increased 51 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 7.
Differences between the operations and results of Hertz and Hertz Global are separately disclosed and explained. 47 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 7.
SG&A in 2023 was essentially flat compared to 2022 with a decrease of $194 million of cost associated with our corporate operations, offset by increases of $150 million and $47 million in our Americas RAC and International RAC segments, respectively.
DOE increased $234 million in 2024 compared to 2023 with increases of $144 million and $91 million in our Americas RAC and International RAC segments, respectively.
The carrying values of the vehicles included in the EV Disposal Group were written down to fair value less costs to sell and resulted in a write-down of $245 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. See Note 4, "Revenue Earning Vehicles" in Part II, Item 8 of this 2023 Annual Report for further details.
See Note 5, "Revenue Earning Vehicles" in Part II, Item 8 of this 2024 Annual Report for further details, including the definition of "EV Disposal Groups.".
DOE for International RAC increased $152 million in 2023 compared to 2022 due primarily to higher volume, partially offset by a favorable $11 million fx impact in 2023.
SG&A for Americas RAC decreased $19 million in 2024 compared to 2023 due primarily to reduced advertising spend, partially offset by increased restructuring related costs and increased personnel costs.
Depreciation of revenue earning vehicles and lease charges, net in our Americas RAC segment is expected to be impacted in 2024 by several factors: (i) lower per unit depreciation that will be incurred on the EV Disposal Group, (ii) a larger average fleet compared to that held in 2023, (iii) the intended sale of older vehicles during 2024 and (iv) an uncertain residual environment.
Depreciation of revenue earning vehicles and lease charges, net increased due primarily to (i) deterioration in the residual values at the expected time of disposal, (ii) decreased holding periods resulting from the acceleration of our rental fleet rotation and (iii) per unit losses recognized on vehicle dispositions during 2024 compared to per unit gains recognized in 2023.
NM - Not meaningful Year Ended December 31, 2023 Compared with Year Ended December 31, 2022 Total revenues increased $686 million in 2023 compared to 2022 driven primarily by higher volume. Americas RAC increased $443 million and International RAC increased $244 million, including a favorable $22 million fx impact in 2023.
NM - Not meaningful Year Ended December 31, 2024 Compared with Year Ended December 31, 2023 Total revenues decreased $322 million in 2024 compared to 2023, of which $324 million is attributable to our Americas RAC segment, resulting primarily from lower pricing.
Americas RAC International RAC Years Ended December 31, 2023 2022 2021 2023 2022 2021 Transaction Days (in thousands) 125,215 111,759 100,085 28,974 25,101 20,488 Average Rentable Vehicles (in whole units) 422,485 385,234 345,306 104,173 93,564 76,190 Number of days in period (in whole units) 365 365 365 365 365 365 Available Car Days (in thousands) 154,272 140,647 126,159 38,061 34,179 27,837 Vehicle Utilization 81 % 79 % 79 % 76 % 73 % 74 % 57 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
Americas RAC International RAC Years Ended December 31, 2024 2023 2024 2023 Transaction Days (in thousands) 124,767 125,215 29,104 28,974 Average Rentable Vehicles (in whole units) 426,017 422,485 104,661 104,173 Number of days in period (in whole units) 366 365 366 365 Available Car Days (in thousands) 155,935 154,272 38,321 38,061 Vehicle Utilization 80 % 81 % 76 % 76 % (d) Total RPD is calculated as revenues with all periods adjusted to eliminate the effect of fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates ("Total Revenues - adjusted for foreign currency"), divided by the total number of Transaction Days.
Depreciation of revenue earning vehicles and lease charges, net for International RAC increased $116 million in 2023 compared to 2022 due primarily to higher vehicle acquisition costs, an increase in Average Vehicles and reduced per unit gains on vehicle dispositions, partially offset by a higher volume of vehicle dispositions in 2023.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued) Depreciation of revenue earning vehicles and lease charges, net for International RAC increased $150 million in 2024 compared to 2023 due primarily to (i) per unit losses recognized on vehicle dispositions in 2024 compared to per unit gains recognized in 2023, (ii) deterioration in the residual values at the expected time of disposal and (iii) decreased holding periods resulting in part from the acceleration of our rental fleet rotation.
NM - Not meaningful Year Ended December 31, 2023 Compared with Year Ended December 31, 2022 Total revenues for International RAC increased $244 million in 2023 compared to 2022 due to higher volume. Transaction Days increased 15% driven primarily by higher volume in most leisure and business categories due to increased travel demand.
NM - Not meaningful Year Ended December 31, 2024 Compared with Year Ended December 31, 2023 Total revenues for International RAC in 2024 were comparable to 2023. Transaction Days and Total RPD were each relatively flat in 2024 compared to 2023. 55 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 7.
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In 2022, the Company completed the 2021 Share Repurchase Program by repurchasing 80,677,021 shares of Hertz Global's common stock during the first half of 2022 at an average share price of $19.74 for an aggregate purchase price of $1.6 billion.
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The 2022 Share Repurchase Program, announced on June 15, 2022, has no expiration date, does not obligate Hertz Global to acquire any particular amount of common stock and can be discontinued at any time.
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Under the completed 2021 Share Repurchase Program, a total of 97,783,047 shares of Hertz Global common stock were repurchased for an aggregate purchase price of $2.0 billion.
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However, during the effective period of Amendment No. 8, as disclosed in Note 7, "Debt," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2024 Annual Report, the repurchase of Hertz Global common stock is not permitted between April 16, 2024 through April 1, 2025.
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There were no share repurchases after December 31, 2023 through the date of the filing of this 2023 Annual Report.
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As of December 31, 2024, $874 million remains available under the 2022 Share Repurchase Program.
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MARKET FOR REGISTRANT'S COMMON EQUITY, RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS AND ISSUER PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES (Continued) The following table provides a breakdown of our equity security repurchases during the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023.
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There can be no assurance as to the timing or number of any share repurchases. Performance Graph The performance graph below compares the cumulative total stockholder return on Hertz Holdings common stock with the Russell 1000 Index and the Morningstar Rental & Leasing Services Industry Group.
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(a) Total number of shares purchased (b) Average price paid per share (c) Total number of shares purchased as part of the publicly announced plan or program (d) Maximum number (or approximate dollar value) of shares that may yet be purchased under the publicly announced plan or program (In thousands, except share data) Common Stock October 1 – October 31, 2023 1,649,589 $ 10.50 1,649,589 $ 897,958 November 1 – November 30, 2023 2,367,562 $ 8.64 2,367,562 $ 877,500 December 1 – December 31, 2023 339,369 $ 9.00 339,369 $ 874,445 Total 4,356,520 $ 9.37 4,356,520 $ 874,445 Performance Graph The graph that follows compares the cumulative total stockholder return on Hertz Holdings common stock with the Russell 1000 Index and the Morningstar Rental & Leasing Services Industry Group.
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Rental Car Intermediate Holdings, LLC, which is wholly-owned by Hertz Holdings, owns all of the outstanding common stock of Hertz. 45 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 5.
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Biggest changeMANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued) The table below sets forth non-vehicle capital asset expenditures, net of disposal proceeds, by segment: Cash inflow (cash outflow) Years Ended December 31, 2023 vs. 2022 2022 vs. 2021 ($ in millions) 2023 2022 2021 $ Change % Change $ Change % Change Americas RAC $ 52 $ (114) $ (35) $ 166 NM $ (79) NM International RAC (19) (10) (8) (9) 90 (2) 25 All other operations — — (1) — — 1 (100) Corporate (40) (14) (11) (26) NM (3) 27 Total $ (7) $ (138) $ (55) $ 131 (95) $ (83) NM NM - Not meaningful Year Ended December 31, 2023 Compared with Year Ended December 31, 2022 In 2023, proceeds for non-vehicle capital assets increased by $169 million compared to 2022, driven by our Americas RAC segment, resulting primarily from the sale of certain non-vehicle capital assets as disclosed in Note 3, "Divestitures," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2023 Annual Report.
Biggest changeCash inflow (cash outflow) Years Ended December 31, 2024 vs. 2023 ($ in millions) 2024 2023 $ Change % Change Americas RAC $ (60) $ 52 $ (112) NM International RAC (13) (19) 6 (32) Corporate (9) (40) 31 NM Total $ (82) $ (7) $ (75) NM NM - Not meaningful Year Ended December 31, 2024 Compared with Year Ended December 31, 2023 In 2024, proceeds for non-vehicle capital assets decreased by $158 million compared to 2023, primarily in our Americas RAC segment, resulting from the sale of certain non-vehicle capital assets in 2023 as disclosed in Note 4, "Divestitures," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2024 Annual Report.
Depreciation rates are reviewed on a quarterly basis based on management's ongoing assessment of present and estimated future market conditions, their effect on residual values at the expected time of disposal and the estimated holding periods, which may result in periodic adjustments to the depreciation rates recognized in the period of change and future periods.
Depreciation rates are reviewed on a quarterly basis based on management's ongoing assessment of present and projected future market conditions, their effect on residual values at the expected time of disposal and the estimated holding periods, which may result in periodic adjustments to the depreciation rates recognized in the period of change and future periods.
We will continue to closely monitor actual results versus our expectations as well as any significant changes in market events or conditions and the resulting impact to our assumptions about future estimated cash flows, projected revenues and the weighted average cost of capital.
We will continue to closely monitor actual results versus our expectations as well as any significant changes in market events or conditions and the resulting impact to our assumptions about future projected cash flows, projected revenues and the weighted average cost of capital.
See Note 6, "Debt," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2023 Annual Report for further details. (2) Represents fleet purchases where contracts have been signed or are pending with committed orders under the terms of such agreements. We expect purchases under these agreements will be financed primarily through the issuance of vehicle debt.
See Note 7, "Debt," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2024 Annual Report for further details. (2) Represents fleet purchases where contracts have been signed or are pending with committed orders under the terms of such agreements. We expect purchases under these agreements will be financed primarily through the issuance of vehicle debt.
EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT BENEFITS Pension We sponsor defined benefit pension plans worldwide. Pension obligations give rise to expenses that are dependent on assumptions discussed in Note 7, "Employee Retirement Benefits," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2023 Annual Report.
EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT BENEFITS Pension We sponsor defined benefit pension plans worldwide. Pension obligations give rise to expenses that are dependent on assumptions discussed in Note 8, "Employee Retirement Benefits," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2024 Annual Report.
The level of 2024 and future contributions will vary and is dependent on a number of factors including investment returns, interest rate fluctuations, plan demographics, funding regulations and the results of the final actuarial valuation. 67 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 7.
The level of 2025 and future contributions will vary and is dependent on a number of factors including investment returns, interest rate fluctuations, plan demographics, funding regulations and the results of the final actuarial valuation. 69 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 7.
For additional discussion of our critical accounting policies, as well as our significant accounting policies, see Note 2, "Significant Accounting Policies," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2023 Annual Report. Revenue Earning Vehicles Our principal assets are revenue earning vehicles, which represented approximately 60% of our total assets as of December 31, 2023.
For additional discussion of our critical accounting policies, as well as our significant accounting policies, see Note 2, "Significant Accounting Policies," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2024 Annual Report. Revenue Earning Vehicles Our principal assets are revenue earning vehicles, which represented approximately 55% of our total assets as of December 31, 2024.
Revenue earning vehicles consist of vehicles utilized in our vehicle rental operations. For the year ended December 31, 2023, 12% of the vehicles purchased for our combined U.S. and International vehicle rental fleets were vehicles purchased under repurchase or guaranteed depreciation programs with vehicle manufacturers, or program vehicles.
Revenue earning vehicles consist of vehicles utilized in our vehicle rental operations. For the year ended December 31, 2024, 14% of the vehicles purchased for our combined U.S. and International vehicle rental fleets were vehicles purchased under repurchase or guaranteed depreciation programs with vehicle manufacturers, or program vehicles.
Purchase obligations include $29 million representing our tax liability for uncertain tax positions and related net accrued interest and penalties. The table excludes pension and other postretirement benefit obligations as disclosed in Note 7, "Employee Retirement Benefits," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2023 Annual Report. 66 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
Purchase obligations include $31 million representing our tax liability for uncertain tax positions and related net accrued interest and penalties. The table excludes pension benefit obligations as disclosed in Note 8, "Employee Retirement Benefits," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2024 Annual Report. 68 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
The funded status (i.e., the dollar amount by which the projected benefit obligations exceeded the market value of pension plan assets) of the Hertz Retirement Plan, as defined in Note 7, "Employee Retirement Benefits," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2023 Annual Report, increased in December 31, 2023 compared with December 31, 2022 due primarily to an increase in the value of plan assets.
The funded status (i.e., the dollar amount by which the projected benefit obligations exceeded the market value of pension plan assets) of the Hertz Retirement Plan, as defined in Note 8, "Employee Retirement Benefits," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2024 Annual Report, increased in December 31, 2024 compared with December 31, 2023 due primarily to actuarial gains resulting from increased discount rates and an increase in plan settlements.
Income Taxes Our income tax expense, deferred tax assets and liabilities, and liabilities for unrecognized tax benefits reflect management’s best estimate of current and future taxes to be paid. We are subject to income taxes in the United States and numerous foreign jurisdictions.
Income Taxes Our income tax expense, deferred tax assets and liabilities, and liabilities for unrecognized tax benefits reflect management’s best estimate of current and future taxes to be paid. We are subject to income taxes in the U.S. and numerous foreign jurisdictions. Significant judgments and estimates are required in the determination of the consolidated income tax expense.
We did not contribute to the Hertz Retirement Plan during 2023, and we do not anticipate contributing to the Hertz Retirement Plan during 2024. For the international plans, we anticipate contributing approximately $4 million during 2024.
We contributed $9 million to the Hertz Retirement Plan during 2024, and we do not anticipate contributing to the Hertz Retirement Plan during 2025. For the international plans, we anticipate contributing approximately $3 million during 2025.
Our 2023 worldwide net periodic pension expense included in the accompanying consolidated statement of operations for the year ended December 31, 2023 was $11 million compared to $7 million in 2022 resulting primarily from increased interest costs, partially offset by reduced settlements.
Our 2024 worldwide net periodic pension expense included in the accompanying consolidated statement of operations for the year ended December 31, 2024 was $9 million compared to $11 million in 2023 resulting in part from decreased interest costs.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued) We record net deferred tax assets to the extent we believe these assets will more likely than not be realized.
We record net deferred tax assets to the extent we believe these assets will more likely than not be realized.
The discount rate utilized for each reporting unit is indicative of the return an investor would expect to receive for investing in such a business. Our cash flow projections represent management's most recent planning assumptions, which are based on a combination of industry outlooks, views on general economic conditions, our expected pricing plans and expected future savings.
Our cash flow projections represent management's most recent planning assumptions, which are based on a combination of industry outlooks, views on general economic conditions, our expected pricing plans and expected future savings.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements For a discussion of recent accounting pronouncements, see Note 2, "Significant Accounting Policies," — "Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2023 Annual Report. 70 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
These differences will be reflected as increases or decreases to income tax expense in the period in which the change in judgement occurs. Recent Accounting Pronouncements For a discussion of recent accounting pronouncements, see Note 2, "Significant Accounting Policies—Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2024 Annual Report. 72 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
An impairment is deemed to exist if the carrying value of goodwill or indefinite-lived intangible assets exceed their fair value as determined using level 3 inputs under the GAAP fair value hierarchy. The reviews of fair value involve judgment and estimates, including projected revenues, projected cash flows, long-term growth rates, royalty rates and discount rates.
An impairment is deemed to exist if the carrying value of goodwill or indefinite-lived intangible assets exceed their fair value as determined using Level 3 inputs, as described in Part II, Item 8 of this 2024 Annual Report, under the U.S. GAAP fair value hierarchy.
These represent an estimate for both reported accident claims not yet paid, and claims incurred but not yet reported and are recorded on an undiscounted basis. Reserve requirements are based 68 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 7.
These represent an estimate for both reported accident claims not yet paid, and claims incurred but not yet reported and are recorded on an undiscounted basis. Reserve requirements are based on actuarially determined estimates using historical claims experience. The adequacy of the liability is monitored quarterly based on evolving accident claim history.
If our estimates change or if actual results differ from these assumptions, the amount of the recorded liability is adjusted to reflect these results.
If our estimates change or if actual results differ from these assumptions, the amount of the recorded liability is adjusted to reflect these results. During the year ended December 31, 2024, we experienced increased self-insurance liabilities as a result of adverse experience and case development.
We believe our valuation techniques and assumptions are reasonable for this purpose. For goodwill, we determine the fair value using an income approach based on the discounted cash flows of each reporting unit.
The reviews of fair value involve judgment and estimates, including projected revenues, projected cash flows, long-term growth rates, royalty rates and discount rates. For goodwill, we determine the fair value using an income approach based on the discounted cash flows of each reporting unit.
CONTRACTUAL AND OTHER OBLIGATIONS The following table details our material cash requirements for our contractual and other obligations as of December 31, 2023: Payments Due by Period (In millions) Total 2024 2025 to 2026 2027 to 2028 After 2028 Vehicles: Debt obligation $ 12,314 $ 2,322 $ 7,888 $ 1,854 $ 250 Interest on debt (1) 1,132 509 511 109 3 Non-Vehicle: Debt obligation 3,515 20 536 1,959 1,000 Interest on debt (1) 1,080 269 463 302 46 Minimum fixed obligations for operating leases 3,475 554 827 559 1,535 Commitments to purchase vehicles (2) 6,672 6,672 — — — Purchase obligations and other (3) 243 92 85 23 43 Total $ 28,431 $ 10,438 $ 10,310 $ 4,806 $ 2,877 (1) Amounts represent the estimated commitment fees and interest payments based on the principal amounts, minimum non-cancelable maturity dates and interest rates on the debt as of December 31, 2023.
CONTRACTUAL AND OTHER OBLIGATIONS The following table details our material cash requirements for our contractual and other obligations as of December 31, 2024: Payments Due by Period (In millions) Total 2025 2026 to 2027 2028 to 2029 After 2029 Vehicles: Debt obligation $ 11,280 $ 1,697 $ 8,321 $ 1,199 $ 63 Interest on debt (1) 982 496 397 89 — Non-Vehicle: Debt obligation 5,170 18 711 4,441 — Interest on debt (1) 1,731 430 764 537 — Minimum fixed obligations for operating leases 3,419 561 847 581 1,430 Commitments to purchase vehicles (2) 6,586 6,586 — — — Purchase obligations and other (3) 314 119 149 15 31 Total $ 29,482 $ 9,907 $ 11,189 $ 6,862 $ 1,524 (1) Amounts represent the estimated commitment fees and interest payments based on the principal amounts, minimum non-cancelable maturity dates and interest rates on the debt as of December 31, 2024.
In 2023, expenditures for non-vehicle capital assets increased $38 million compared to 2022, primarily in our corporate operations, driven in part by IT-related and EV charging infrastructure expenses.
In 2024, expenditures for non-vehicle capital assets decreased by $83 million compared to 2023, primarily in our Americas RAC segment and corporate operations, driven in part by reduced location refurbishment spend and a non-recurring capital outlay for certain non-vehicle prepaids in 2023.
Changes in estimated residual values or holding periods could cause a material change in our estimates of non-program depreciation expense. Self-insured Liabilities Self-insured liabilities on our consolidated balance sheets primarily include public liability, property damage and liability insurance supplement.
Changes in projected residual values or holding periods could cause a material change in our estimates of non-program depreciation expense. Long-Lived Assets Our long-lived assets consist primarily of revenue earning vehicles, ROU assets and property and equipment. We make estimates about the expected economic lives, projected residual values and the potential for impairment.
Significant judgments and estimates are required in the determination of the consolidated income tax expense. 69 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 7.
We amortize long-lived assets using the straight-line method over the estimated economic lives. Long-lived assets are 70 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 7.
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ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued) (d) Total RPD is calculated as revenues with all periods adjusted to eliminate the effect of fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates ("Total Revenues - adjusted for foreign currency"), divided by the total number of Transaction Days.
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ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued) The table below sets forth non-vehicle capital asset expenditures, net of disposal proceeds, by segment.
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Our management believes eliminating the effect of fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates is useful in analyzing underlying trends.
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MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued) reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value of such assets may not be recoverable.
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The calculation of Total RPD is shown below: Americas RAC International RAC Years Ended December 31, ($ in millions, except as noted) 2023 2022 2021 2023 2022 2021 Revenues $ 7,722 $ 7,280 $ 6,215 $ 1,649 $ 1,405 $ 985 Foreign currency adjustment (1) (3) (12) (11) (21) 4 (99) Total Revenues-adjusted for foreign currency $ 7,719 $ 7,268 $ 6,204 $ 1,628 $ 1,409 $ 886 Transaction Days (in thousands) 125,215 111,759 100,085 28,974 25,101 20,488 Total RPD (in dollars) $ 61.65 $ 65.03 $ 61.99 $ 56.19 $ 56.14 $ 43.24 (1) Based on December 31, 2022 foreign currency exchange rates for all periods presented.
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Factors which could be indicators of impairment include, but are not limited to, (i) significant decrease in market prices of the assets, (ii) current period operating or cash flow losses or a projection or forecast that demonstrates continuing losses and (iii) significant changes in the estimated useful lives.
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(e) Total RPU Per Month is calculated as Total Revenues - adjusted for foreign currency divided by the Average Rentable Vehicles in each period and then divided by the number of months in the period reported.
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Determination of recoverability is based on an estimate of undiscounted future cash flows resulting from the use of the asset and its eventual disposition. Measurement of an impairment loss for long-lived assets that management expects to hold and use is based on the estimated fair value of the asset.
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Americas RAC International RAC Years Ended December 31, ($ in millions, except as noted) 2023 2022 2021 2023 2022 2021 Total Revenues-adjusted for foreign currency $ 7,719 $ 7,268 $ 6,204 $ 1,628 $ 1,409 $ 886 Average Rentable Vehicles (in whole units) 422,485 385,234 345,306 104,173 93,564 76,190 Total revenue per unit (in whole dollars) $ 18,271 $ 18,867 $ 17,968 $ 15,627 $ 15,062 $ 11,628 Number of months in period (in whole units) 12 12 12 12 12 12 Total RPU Per Month (in whole dollars) $ 1,523 $ 1,572 $ 1,497 $ 1,302 $ 1,255 $ 969 (f) Depreciation Per Unit Per Month represents the amount of average depreciation expense and lease charges, per vehicle per month and is calculated as depreciation of revenue earning vehicles and lease charges, net, with all periods adjusted to eliminate the effect of fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates, divided by the Average Vehicles in each period, which is determined using a simple average of the number of vehicles at the beginning and end of a period, and then dividing by the number of months in the period reported.
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Long-lived assets to be disposed of are reported at the lower of carrying value or estimated fair value less costs to sell.
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Our management believes eliminating the effect of fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates is useful in analyzing underlying trends.
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During the third quarter of 2024, at the conclusion of our historical peak rental season, there was a reduction in the cash flow projections in our Americas RAC and International RAC segments, indicating that the carrying values of their long-lived assets may not be recoverable.
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The calculation of Depreciation Per Unit Per Month is shown below: Americas RAC International RAC Years Ended December 31, ($ in millions, except as noted) 2023 2022 2021 2023 2022 2021 Depreciation of revenue earning vehicles and lease charges, net $ 1,775 $ 553 $ 343 $ 264 $ 148 $ 154 Foreign currency adjustment (1) 1 1 1 (5) — (15) Adjusted depreciation of revenue earning vehicles and lease charges $ 1,776 $ 554 $ 344 $ 259 $ 148 $ 139 Average Vehicles (in whole units) 446,219 411,047 355,647 106,240 94,999 77,643 Adjusted depreciation of revenue earning vehicles and lease charges divided by Average Vehicles (in whole dollars) $ 3,981 $ 1,347 $ 967 $ 2,434 $ 1,556 $ 1,784 Number of months in period (in whole units) 12 12 12 12 12 12 Depreciation Per Unit Per Month (in whole dollars) $ 332 $ 112 $ 81 $ 203 $ 130 $ 149 (1) Based on December 31, 2022 foreign currency exchange rates for all periods presented. 58 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
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The reduction was largely attributed to the acceleration of the rental fleet rotation in our segments, where shortening the useful life reduced the potential future cash flows expected to be earned from the fleet. Operating cash flow projections also deteriorated from delayed timing of operating cost improvements and longer timeframes associated with revenue maximization initiatives.
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AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued) LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES Our U.S. and international operations are funded by cash provided by operating activities and by extensive financing arrangements in the U.S. and internationally.
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As a result, we tested the recoverability of our long-lived assets in our Americas RAC and International RAC segments and determined that an impairment existed, which resulted in recognition of a total impairment charge of $1.0 billion, of which $923 million and $125 million were associated with our revenue earning vehicles and ROU assets, respectively.
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Cash and Cash Equivalents As of December 31, 2023, we had $764 million of cash and cash equivalents and $442 million of restricted cash and cash equivalents. As of December 31, 2023, $328 million of cash and cash equivalents and $129 million of restricted cash and cash equivalents were held by our subsidiaries outside of the U.S.
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Further changes in market conditions or the performance of our long-lived assets could result in an additional impairment charge. See Note 3, "Long-Lived Assets Impairment," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2024 Annual Report for additional information. Self-insured Liabilities Self-insured liabilities on our consolidated balance sheets primarily include public liability, property damage and liability insurance supplement.
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We continue to assert non-permanent reinvestment of foreign earnings that give rise to excess cash, provided such cash can be remitted in a tax efficient manner.
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The discount rate utilized for each reporting unit is indicative of the return 71 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued) an investor would expect to receive for investing in such a business.
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We believe that cash and cash equivalents generated by our operations and cash received on the disposal of vehicles, including disposal of the EV Disposal Group, together with amounts available under various liquidity facilities and refinancing options available to us in the capital markets, will be sufficient to fund our operating activities and obligations for the next twelve months and for the foreseeable future thereafter.
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Cash Flows - Hertz As of December 31, 2023 and 2022, Hertz had cash and cash equivalents of $764 million and $943 million, respectively, and restricted cash and cash equivalents of $442 million and $475 million, respectively.
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The following table summarizes the net change in cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash and cash equivalents for the periods shown: Years Ended December 31, 2023 vs. 2022 2022 vs. 2021 (In millions) 2023 2022 2021 $ Change $ Change Cash provided by (used in): Operating activities $ 2,471 $ 2,538 $ 1,806 $ (67) $ 732 Investing activities (4,024) (4,233) (3,544) 209 (689) Financing activities 1,316 488 2,872 828 (2,384) Effect of exchange rate changes 25 (25) (34) 50 9 Net change in cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash and cash equivalents $ (212) $ (1,232) $ 1,100 $ 1,020 $ (2,332) Year Ended December 31, 2023 Compared with Year Ended December 31, 2022 In 2023, cash flows from operating activities decreased by $67 million year over year due primarily to a $169 million change in working capital accounts, partially offset by a $102 million change in net income, as adjusted for non-cash and non-operating items.
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Cash flows from working capital accounts decreased due primarily to a reduction in accrued liabilities due in part to incentive payments in 2023, the payment of bankruptcy claims in 2022 and a reduction in customer loyalty program accruals resulting in part from a change in program terms during 2023.
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Additionally, cash flows from working capital accounts decreased due to lower value added tax payables arising from intercompany fleet transfers in 2022. Our primary investing activities relate to the acquisition and disposal of revenue earning vehicles.
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During 2023, there was a $209 million decrease in cash used in investing activities compared to 2022 driven by $162 million of net proceeds received in 2023 due to the sale of certain non-vehicle capital assets as disclosed in Note 3, "Divestitures," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2023 Annual Report.
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Cash used in investing activities also decreased in 2023 due to an $82 million decrease in revenue earning vehicles expenditures, net, primarily associated with our Americas RAC segment, due in part from decreased vehicle acquisitions in 2023. We expect that in 2024, cash 59 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 7.
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MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued) used in investing activities in our Americas RAC segment will increase compared to 2023 as we increase acquisitions of new vehicles and dispose of vehicles with lower expected residual values. Net financing cash inflows were $1.3 billion in 2023 compared to $488 million in 2022.
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The $828 million increase in cash inflows was due primarily to a $2.2 billion reduction in dividends paid by Hertz to Hertz Holdings due to reduced share repurchases in 2023, and an increase of $492 million in net proceeds from non-vehicle debt resulting primarily from the issuance of a new term loan in 2023.
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The increase in net financing cash inflows in 2023 was partially offset by a decrease of $1.8 billion in net proceeds from vehicle debt as a result of less issuances in 2023 compared to 2022.
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Cash Flows - Hertz Global As of December 31, 2023 and 2022, Hertz Global had cash and cash equivalents of $764 million and $943 million, respectively, and restricted cash and cash equivalents of $442 million and $475 million, respectively.
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The following table summarizes the net change in cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash and cash equivalents for Hertz Global for the periods shown: Years Ended December 31, 2023 vs. 2022 2022 vs. 2021 (In millions) 2023 2022 2021 $ Change $ Change Cash provided by (used in): Operating activities $ 2,474 $ 2,538 $ 1,806 $ (64) $ 732 Investing activities (4,024) (4,233) (3,544) 209 (689) Financing activities 1,313 487 2,845 826 (2,358) Effect of exchange rate changes 25 (25) (34) 50 9 Net change in cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash and cash equivalents $ (212) $ (1,233) $ 1,073 $ 1,021 $ (2,306) Fluctuations in operating, investing and financing cash flows from period to period were due to the same factors as those disclosed for Hertz above, with the exception of any cash inflows or outflows related to the issuance or repurchase of our common stock and the exercise of Public Warrants.
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See Note 16, "Equity and Earnings (Loss) Per Common Share – Hertz Global," and Note 17, "Public Warrants - Hertz Global," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2023 Annual Report.
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Share Repurchase Programs for Common Stock In November 2021, Hertz Global's independent Audit Committee recommended, and its Board approved, the 2021 Share Repurchase Program, which was announced on November 29, 2021.
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In 2022, the Company completed the 2021 Share Repurchase Program by repurchasing 80,677,021 shares of Hertz Global's common stock during the first half of 2022 at an average share price of $19.74 for an aggregate purchase price of $1.6 billion.
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Under the completed 2021 Share Repurchase Program, a total of 97,783,047 shares of Hertz Global common stock were repurchased for an aggregate purchase price of $2.0 billion.
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In June 2022, Hertz Global's independent Audit Committee recommended, and its Board approved, the 2022 Share Repurchase Program that authorized additional repurchases of up to an incremental $2.0 billion worth of shares of Hertz Global's outstanding common stock.
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The 2022 Share Repurchase Program, announced on June 15, 2022, has no initial time limit, does not obligate Hertz Global to acquire any particular amount of common stock and can be discontinued at any time. As of December 31, 2023, approximately $874 million remains available under the 2022 Share Repurchase Program.
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Between inception and December 31, 2022, a total of 47,303,009 shares of Hertz Global's common stock were repurchased in open-market transactions under the 2022 Share Repurchase Program at an average share price of $17.64 for an aggregate purchase price of $835 million.
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During the year ended December 31, 2023, a total of 19,381,160 shares of Hertz Global's common stock were repurchased in open-market transactions at an average 60 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 7.
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MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued) share price of $15.01 for an aggregate purchase price of $291 million.
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Since inception of the 2022 Share Repurchase program a total of 66,684,169 shares of Hertz Global's common stock have been repurchased in open-market transactions at an average share price of $16.88 for an aggregate purchase price of $1.1 billion. There were no share repurchases after December 31, 2023 through the date of the filing of this 2023 Annual Report.
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Common shares repurchased are included in treasury stock in the accompanying Hertz Global consolidated balance sheets as of December 31, 2023 and 2022 in Part II, Item 8 of this 2023 Annual Report.
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Any future repurchases will be made at the discretion of management through a variety of methods, such as open-market transactions (including pre-set trading plans pursuant to Rule 10b5-1 of the Exchange Act), privately negotiated transactions, accelerated share repurchases, and other transactions in accordance with applicable securities laws.
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There can be no assurance as to the timing or number of shares of any repurchases. Public Warrants During the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, 48,965 and 245,959 Public Warrants were exercised, of which 31,034 and 60,661 were cashless exercises and 17,931 and 185,298 were exercised for $13.80 per share, respectively.
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As of December 31, 2023, a cumulative 6,335,204 Public Warrants have been exercised since their original issuance in June 2021. The outstanding warrants are exercisable through June 30, 2051. As of December 31, 2023, the exercise price remains $13.80.
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Debt Financing Refer to Note 6, "Debt," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2023 Annual Report for information on our outstanding debt obligations and our borrowing capacity and availability under our revolving credit facilities as of December 31, 2023. Cash paid for interest on vehicle debt during 2023 and 2022 was $469 million and $204 million, respectively.
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The $265 million increase in cash paid for vehicle debt interest is due primarily to higher interest rates and higher debt levels resulting primarily from the issuances of the HVF III Series 2023 Notes. Cash paid for interest on non-vehicle debt during 2023 and 2022 was $252 million and $168 million, respectively.
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The $84 million increase in non-vehicle debt interest is primarily due to higher interest rates and outstanding borrowings on the First Lien RCF during 2023. A substantial portion of our liquidity requirements arise from servicing our indebtedness, funding our operations, including purchases of revenue earning vehicles, and funding non-vehicle capital expenditures.
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We expect to maintain heightened levels of indebtedness into 2024 as we expect to dispose of more aged vehicles and purchase newer vehicles. For a discussion of the risks associated with our high leverage, see Item 1A, "Risk Factors" in this 2023 Annual Report.
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Our available corporate liquidity, which excludes unused commitments under our vehicle debt, was as follows: (In millions) As of December 31, 2023 As of December 31, 2022 Cash and cash equivalents $ 764 $ 943 Availability under the First Lien RCF 1,266 1,514 Corporate liquidity $ 2,030 $ 2,457 Non-vehicle Debt Approximately $20 million of our outstanding non-vehicle debt is scheduled to mature during the twelve months following the issuance of this 2023 Annual Report.
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We have reviewed our debt facilities for non-vehicle debt and determined that it is probable that we will be able, and have the intent, to refinance these facilities at such times as we determine appropriate prior to maturity. 61 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 7.
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MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (Continued) Significant financing activities during the year ended December 31, 2023 for our non-vehicle debt were as follows: In March 2023, the aggregate committed amount under the First Lien RCF was increased from $1.9 billion to $2.0 billion.
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In May 2023, the First Lien Credit Agreement was amended to change the benchmark interest rate on the Term Loans from the London Inter-Bank Benchmark Offered Rate ("USD LIBOR") to the term Secured Overnight Financing Rate ("SOFR") in connection with the cessation of USD LIBOR.
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In November 2023, Hertz entered into an incremental term loan ("Incremental Term B Loan") in an aggregate principal amount of $500 million. Letters of Credit As of December 31, 2023, there were outstanding standby letters of credit totaling $995 million comprised primarily of $734 million issued under the First Lien RCF and $245 million issued under the Term C Loan.
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As of December 31, 2023, there is no remaining capacity to issue letters of credit under the Term C Loan. Such letters of credit have been issued primarily to provide credit enhancement for our asset-backed securitization facilities and to support our insurance programs, as well as to support our vehicle rental concessions and leaseholds.

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Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk

Market Risk — interest-rate, FX, commodity exposure

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Biggest changeITEM 7A. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK RISK MANAGEMENT For a discussion of additional risks arising from our operations, including vehicle liability, general liability and property damage insurable risks, see “Item 1—Business—Risk Management” included in this 2023 Annual Report.
Biggest changeITEM 7A. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK RISK MANAGEMENT For a discussion of additional risks arising from our operations, including vehicle liability, general liability and property damage insurable risks, see “Item 1—Business—Insurance and Risk Management” included in this 2024 Annual Report.
Many of our other operating expenses are also expected to fluctuate in connection with inflation, such as health care costs, vehicle fueling prices and electric charging costs. Management does not expect that the effect of inflation on our overall operating costs will be greater for us than for our competitors. 72 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
Many of our other operating expenses are also expected to fluctuate in connection with inflation, such as health care costs, vehicle fueling prices and electric charging costs. Management does not expect that the effect of inflation on our overall operating costs will be greater for us than for our competitors. 74 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
Additionally, each one percentage point change in foreign currency movements is estimated to impact our Adjusted Corporate EBITDA by an estimated $3 million over a twelve-month period. We manage our foreign currency exchange risk primarily by incurring, to the extent practicable, operating and financing expenses in the local currency in the countries in which we operate.
Additionally, each one percentage point change in foreign currency movements is estimated to impact our Adjusted Corporate EBITDA by an estimated $1 million over a twelve-month period. We manage our foreign currency exchange risk primarily by incurring, to the extent practicable, operating and financing expenses in the local currency in the countries in which we operate.
Assuming a hypothetical increase of one percentage point in interest rates on our debt portfolio, cash equivalents and investments as of December 31, 2023, our pre-tax operating results would decrease by an estimated $52 million over a twelve-month period.
Assuming a hypothetical increase of one percentage point in interest rates on our debt portfolio, cash equivalents and investments as of December 31, 2024, our pre-tax operating results would decrease by an estimated $59 million over a twelve-month period.
From time to time, we enter into interest rate swap and/or interest rate cap agreements to manage interest rate risk and our mix of fixed and floating rate debt. See Note 11, "Financial Instruments," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2023 Annual Report.
From time to time, we enter into interest rate swap and/or interest rate cap agreements to manage interest rate risk and our mix of fixed and floating rate debt. See Note 12, "Financial Instruments," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2024 Annual Report.
Assuming a hypothetical change of one percentage point to the foreign currency exchange rates on our intercompany loan balance as of December 31, 2023, our pre-tax operating results would increase (decrease) by approximately $6 million.
Assuming a hypothetical change of one percentage point to the foreign currency exchange rates on our intercompany loan balance as of December 31, 2024, our pre-tax operating results would increase (decrease) by approximately $4 million.
See Note 6, "Debt," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2023 Annual Report. We have assessed our exposure to changes in interest rates by analyzing the sensitivity to our operating results assuming various changes in market interest rates.
See Note 7, "Debt," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2024 Annual Report. We have assessed our exposure to changes in interest rates by analyzing the sensitivity to our operating results assuming various changes in market interest rates.
We may also purchase foreign currency exchange rate derivative financial instruments to manage exposure to fluctuations in foreign currency exchanges rates. See Note 11, "Financial Instruments," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2023 Annual Report. 71 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 7A.
We may also purchase foreign currency exchange rate derivative financial instruments to manage exposure to fluctuations in foreign currency exchanges rates. See Note 12, "Financial Instruments," in Part II, Item 8 of this 2024 Annual Report. 73 Table of Contents HERTZ GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES THE HERTZ CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES ITEM 7A.

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