Hertz Stock (HTZ) on December 7, 2025: EV Hangover, Turnaround Hopes and Wall Street’s Latest Forecasts
Hertz posted its first quarterly profit in nearly two years but closed December 5, 2025, at $5.06 per share, down 1.6% on the day. Short interest remains above 17%, with institutional ownership exceeding 100% of the float. The company’s market cap stands near $1.6 billion, well below sector averages by price-to-sales ratio. Hertz’s stock remains volatile after a costly EV strategy and leadership changes.