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StocksUpdated•Originally published 16 April 2026•Updated 17 April 2026•
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Hertz and Avis Shares Slump as Short Squeeze Momentum Stalls

Key Facts

1Hertz Global Holdings stock dropped 7% to less than $6.50.
2Avis shares dropped similarly as the car rental short squeeze showed signs of stalling.

Hertz Global Holdings (HTZ) shares have experienced heightened volatility following a recent 50% surge driven by short squeeze dynamics and Bill Ackman’s public stake disclosure. While operational improvements such as stabilized pricing and increased direct bookings are evident, the company's ability to generate sustainable cash flow remains unproven. Liquidity is projected to dip below the $1B mark in Q2, a significant decline from approximately $1.5B at the end of Q4, despite recent financing initiatives. Avis Budget Group (CAR) also saw a decline as the technical momentum from short-covering activity began to exhaust. Market participants are now weighing these fundamental liquidity concerns against the recent speculative price action in the car rental sector.