United Rentals, Inc. (uri)
URI — Company Overview
Investors tracking URI follow a Rental & Leasing Services name listed on NYQ within Industrials.
| Ticker | URI |
| Sector | Industrials |
| Industry | Rental & Leasing Services |
| Exchange | NYQ |
| Market cap | $64.23B |
| Last price | $1,031.99 |
| Size category | Large Cap |
URI — Business Description
The business profile of United Rentals, Inc. (URI) reflects its role in Rental & Leasing Services. United Rentals, Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates as an equipment rental company in the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. It operates through two segments, General Rentals and Specialty. The General Rentals segment rents general construction and industrial equipment, such as backhoes, skid-steer loaders, forklifts, earthmoving equipment, and material handling equipment; aerial work platforms, including boom and scissor lifts; and general tools and light equipment comprising pressure washers, water pumps, and power tools for construction and industrial companies, manufacturers, utilities, municipalities, homeowners, and government entities. The specialty segment rents trench safe…
Official website: https://www.unitedrentals.com.
URI — Investment Thesis
United Rentals, Inc. (URI) attracts investors weighing Rental & Leasing Services fundamentals against current market pricing.
- Revenue is expanding at roughly 11.8% year-over-year (public data).
- Trailing P/E of 24.49× sits in a moderate band relative to high-growth peers.
- Forward P/E (18.00×) is below trailing P/E — earnings may be expected to improve.
- Dividend yield near 0.8% adds an income component to total return.
- Equity market capitalization is approximately $64.23B.
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URI — Financial Health
URI financial profile reflects operating efficiency and capital structure using available market fundamentals.
Profit margin of 15.7% indicates solid bottom-line conversion. Positive free cash flow of $1.71B supports balance-sheet flexibility. Debt-to-equity of 166.79 warrants monitoring in a higher-rate environment.
| Trailing P/E | 24.49× |
| Forward P/E | 18.00× |
| Price / Sales | 3.82× |
| Price / Book | 6.97× |
| Gross margin | 38.5% |
| Operating margin | 26.0% |
| Profit margin | 15.7% |
| Return on equity | 28.9% |
| Debt / Equity | 166.79 |
| Free cash flow | $1.71B |
URI — Growth Outlook
Growth outlook for United Rentals, Inc. (URI) depends on demand trends in Rental & Leasing Services and the company's ability to convert revenue into sustainable earnings.
- Revenue growth of 11.8% indicates strong top-line momentum.
- Earnings growth of 25.5% year-over-year supports improving profitability.
- Price is 12.5% below the 52-week high.
URI — Competitive Position
United Rentals, Inc. (URI) is evaluated against peers on scale, margin structure, and capital efficiency within Industrials.
- Competes within Industrials, specifically in Rental & Leasing Services.
- Market capitalization of $64.23B places URI among large-cap peers.
- Gross margin of 38.5% should be benchmarked against direct competitors.
URI — Strengths
Strengths for United Rentals, Inc. (URI) inferred from public financial metrics:
- Revenue growth of 11.8% year-over-year.
- Earnings growth of 25.5% year-over-year.
- Return on equity near 28.9% — efficient use of shareholder capital.
- Gross margin of 38.5% supports competitive unit economics.
- Positive free cash flow ($1.71B).
- Large Cap scale ($64.23B) may provide distribution and funding advantages.
URI — Weaknesses
Weaknesses and pressure points for United Rentals, Inc. (URI) based on available data:
- Elevated debt-to-equity (166.79).
- High beta (1.79) amplifies market swings.
URI — Opportunities
- Sustained revenue growth (11.8%) could support multiple expansion if margins hold.
- Positive free cash flow enables reinvestment, debt reduction, or shareholder returns.
- Forward earnings multiple below trailing P/E — potential earnings acceleration ahead.
URI — Risks
- Beta of 1.79 implies above-market volatility.
- Leverage (debt/equity 166.79) raises sensitivity to credit conditions.
URI — Summary
United Rentals, Inc. (URI) is a large-cap Industrials company focused on Rental & Leasing Services, listed on NYQ. Last price $1031.99 with market cap $64.23B. Trailing P/E 24.49×. Revenue grew 11.8% year-over-year per public data. Notable strengths include revenue growth of 11.8% year-over-year. Key watch items include elevated debt-to-equity (166.79). Review free estimates and earnings pages for URI; upgrade for institutional ownership and live headlines.
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United Rentals, Inc. FAQ
What does United Rentals, Inc. (URI) do?
United Rentals, Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates as an equipment rental company in the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. It operates through two segments, General Rentals and Specialty. The General Rentals segment rents general construction and i…
What is URI's P/E ratio?
United Rentals, Inc. has a trailing P/E of 24.49× based on publicly available market data.
Does URI pay a dividend?
Indicated dividend yield: 0.8%. Confirm ex-dates and payout history in Vest Terminal.
What sector is URI in?
United Rentals, Inc. is classified in Industrials (Rental & Leasing Services) on NYQ.
What is URI's market capitalization?
Approximate market cap: $64.23B.
What are the main risks for URI?
Key risks include above-average volatility (beta 1.79), among factors on this page.
What are the strengths of URI?
Potential positives include revenue growth of 11.8% year-over-year, earnings growth of 25.5% year-over-year.
Where can I get analyst estimates for URI?
Public analyst price targets and consensus for United Rentals, Inc. are on the free /stocks/uri/estimates page. Deeper estimate history and models are available in Vest Terminal.