Hertz announces executive changes, CFO to take on additional role

Published 18/03/2025, 13:04
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ESTERO, FL – Hertz Global Holdings (OTC:HTZGQ), Inc. (NASDAQ:HTZ), the auto rental giant with a market capitalization of $1.16 billion, has reported an executive shift within its ranks, according to a recent 8-K filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. On Monday, the company disclosed the impending resignation of Kelly Galloway, Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, effective upon the filing of the company’s first-quarter report. According to InvestingPro data, this transition comes as the company faces significant operational challenges, with its shares down 47% over the past year.

Galloway is set to depart Hertz to pursue an opportunity outside of the company. She has agreed to continue in her current role through the completion of the quarterly report for the period ending March 31, 2025. Following Galloway’s departure, Scott M. Haralson, the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will assume the additional responsibilities as the company’s principal accounting officer. The transition occurs as Hertz grapples with a substantial debt burden and negative EBITDA of $1.01 billion in the last twelve months.

The transition plan ensures continuity in Hertz’s financial leadership as Haralson steps into the dual role. Hertz has not yet announced a successor for the Chief Accounting Officer position or provided further details on Galloway’s new opportunity.

This executive change comes during a period of strategic adjustments for Hertz, a leading entity in the auto rental and leasing industry. The company’s focus remains on maintaining operational excellence and financial integrity as they navigate this internal transition.

Investors and stakeholders are advised to monitor the company’s forthcoming quarterly report for additional insights into Hertz’s financial performance and strategic direction. The information in this article is based on a press release statement.

In other recent news, Hertz Global Holdings Inc . reported a wider-than-expected loss for the fourth quarter of 2024, with earnings per share at -$1.18, missing the forecast of -$0.65. Revenue was also below expectations, coming in at $2 billion compared to the anticipated $2.13 billion. The shortfall was attributed to a 7% year-over-year revenue decline and a significant reduction in the electric vehicle fleet. BofA Securities responded by raising Hertz’s stock price target to $3.30 from $3.00, despite maintaining an Underperform rating. Meanwhile, Jefferies kept a Hold rating on Hertz stock with a $4.00 target, noting that the company’s strategic fleet management and pricing focus had impacted its financial results. Additionally, Hertz workers at Dallas-Fort Worth and Palm Beach International Airports secured new collective bargaining agreements, resulting in wage increases and improved working conditions. These developments underscore ongoing challenges and strategic shifts at Hertz as the company navigates its financial and operational landscape.

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