HERC HOLDINGS INC, 10-K filed on 2/13/2025
Annual Report
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Cover - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Feb. 07, 2025
Jun. 28, 2024
Cover [Abstract]      
Document Type 10-K    
Document Annual Report true    
Document Period End Date Dec. 31, 2024    
Current Fiscal Year End Date --12-31    
Document Transition Report false    
Entity File Number 001-33139    
Entity Registrant Name HERC HOLDINGS INC.    
Entity Incorporation, State or Country Code DE    
Entity Tax Identification Number 20-3530539    
Entity Address, Address Line One 27500 Riverview Center Blvd.    
Entity Address, City or Town Bonita Springs    
Entity Address, State or Province FL    
Entity Address, Postal Zip Code 34134    
City Area Code 239    
Local Phone Number 301-1000    
Title of 12(b) Security Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share    
Trading Symbol HRI    
Security Exchange Name NYSE    
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer Yes    
Entity Voluntary Filers No    
Entity Current Reporting Status Yes    
Entity Interactive Data Current Yes    
Entity Filer Category Large Accelerated Filer    
Entity Small Business false    
Entity Emerging Growth Company false    
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Entity Shell Company false    
Entity Public Float     $ 3,350
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding   28,455,466  
Documents Incorporated by Reference Certain portions, as expressly described in this report, of the Registrant's Proxy Statement for its 2025 annual meeting of stockholders, to be filed within 120 days of December 31, 2024 (the "Proxy Statement"), are incorporated by reference into Part III.    
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Audit Information
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Auditor Information [Abstract]  
Auditor Name PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Auditor Location Tampa, Florida
Auditor Firm ID 238
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CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Current assets:    
Cash and cash equivalents $ 83 $ 71
Receivables, net of allowances of $22 and $20, respectively 589 563
Prepaid expenses 47 30
Other current assets 40 47
Assets held for sale 17 21
Total current assets 776 732
Rental equipment, net 4,225 3,831
Property and equipment, net 554 465
Right-of-use lease assets 852 665
Intangible assets, net 572 467
Goodwill 670 483
Other long-term assets 8 10
Assets held for sale 220 408
Total assets 7,877 7,061
Current liabilities:    
Current maturities of long-term debt and financing obligations 21 19
Current maturities of operating lease liabilities 39 37
Accounts payable 248 212
Accrued liabilities 239 221
Liabilities held for sale 15 19
Total current liabilities 562 508
Long-term debt, net 4,069 3,673
Financing obligations, net 101 104
Operating lease liabilities 842 646
Deferred tax liabilities 800 743
Other long-term liabilities 47 46
Liabilities held for sale 60 68
Total liabilities 6,481 5,788
Commitments and contingencies (Note 17)
Equity:    
Preferred stock, $0.01 par value, 13.3 shares authorized, no shares issued and outstanding 0 0
Common stock, $0.01 par value, 133.3 shares authorized, 33.3 and 33.1 shares issued and 28.4 and 28.2 shares outstanding 0 0
Additional paid-in capital 1,832 1,820
Retained earnings 633 498
Accumulated other comprehensive loss (142) (118)
Treasury stock, at cost, 4.9 shares and 4.9 shares (927) (927)
Total equity 1,396 1,273
Total liabilities and equity $ 7,877 $ 7,061
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CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (Parenthetical) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]    
Receivables, allowance for doubtful accounts $ 22 $ 20
Preferred stock, par value (in USD per share) $ 0.01 $ 0.01
Preferred stock, shares authorized (in shares) 13,300,000 13,300,000
Preferred stock, shares issued (in shares) 0 0
Preferred stock, shares outstanding (in shares) 0 0
Common stock, par value (in USD per share) $ 0.01 $ 0.01
Common stock, shares authorized (in shares) 133,300,000 133,300,000
Common stock, shares issued (in shares) 33,300,000 33,100,000
Common stock, shares outstanding (in shares) 28,400,000 28,200,000
Treasury stock, shares (in shares) 4,900,000 4,900,000
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS - USD ($)
shares in Millions, $ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Revenues:      
Total revenues $ 3,568 $ 3,282 $ 2,740
Expenses:      
Direct operating 1,291 1,139 1,029
Depreciation of rental equipment 679 643 536
Cost of sales of rental equipment 224 252 89
Cost of sales of new equipment, parts and supplies 24 25 21
Selling, general and administrative 480 448 411
Non-rental depreciation and amortization 127 112 95
Interest expense, net 260 224 122
Loss on assets held for sale 194 0 0
Other expense (income), net (2) (8) 3
Total expenses 3,277 2,835 2,306
Income before income taxes 291 447 434
Income tax provision (80) (100) (104)
Net income $ 211 $ 347 $ 330
Weighted average shares outstanding:      
Basic (in shares) 28.4 28.5 29.6
Diluted (in shares) 28.5 28.7 30.2
Earnings per share:      
Basic (in USD per share) $ 7.43 $ 12.18 $ 11.15
Diluted (in USD per share) $ 7.40 $ 12.09 $ 10.92
Equipment rental      
Revenues:      
Total revenues $ 3,189 $ 2,870 $ 2,552
Sales of rental equipment      
Revenues:      
Total revenues 311 346 125
Sales of new equipment, parts and supplies      
Revenues:      
Total revenues 37 38 36
Service and other revenue      
Revenues:      
Total revenues $ 31 $ 28 $ 27
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]      
Net income $ 211 $ 347 $ 330
Other comprehensive income (loss):      
Foreign currency translation adjustments (25) 7 (17)
Pension and postretirement benefit liability adjustments:      
Amortization of net losses and settlement losses included in net periodic pension cost 2 1 2
Pension and postretirement benefit liability adjustments arising during the period (1) 3 (13)
Income tax provision related to pension and postretirement plans 0 0 (1)
Total other comprehensive income (loss) (24) 11 (29)
Total comprehensive income $ 187 $ 358 $ 301
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN EQUITY - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Total
Common Stock
Additional Paid-In Capital
Retained Earnings (Accumulated Deficit)
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Treasury Stock
Beginning balance (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2021   29,700,000        
Beginning balance at Dec. 31, 2021 $ 977 $ 0 $ 1,822 $ (53) $ (100) $ (692)
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]            
Net income 330     330    
Other comprehensive income (loss) (29)       (29)  
Stock-based compensation charges 27   27      
Dividends declared (71)   (18) (53)    
Net settlement on vesting of equity awards (in shares)   300,000        
Net settlement on vesting of equity awards (15)   (15)      
Employee stock purchase plan 4   4      
Repurchase of common stock (in shares)   (1,100,000)        
Repurchase of common stock (115)         (115)
Ending balance (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2022   28,900,000        
Ending balance at Dec. 31, 2022 1,108 $ 0 1,820 224 (129) (807)
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]            
Net income 347     347    
Other comprehensive income (loss) 11       11  
Stock-based compensation charges 18   18      
Dividends declared (73)     (73)    
Net settlement on vesting of equity awards (in shares)   300,000        
Net settlement on vesting of equity awards (25)   (25)      
Employee stock purchase plan 4   4      
Exercise of stock options (in shares)   100,000        
Exercise of stock options 3   3      
Repurchase of common stock (in shares)   (1,100,000)        
Repurchase of common stock $ (120)         (120)
Ending balance (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2023 28,200,000 28,200,000        
Ending balance at Dec. 31, 2023 $ 1,273 $ 0 1,820 498 (118) (927)
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]            
Net income 211     211    
Other comprehensive income (loss) (24)       (24)  
Stock-based compensation charges 17   17      
Dividends declared (76)     (76)    
Net settlement on vesting of equity awards (in shares)   100,000        
Net settlement on vesting of equity awards (12)   (12)      
Employee stock purchase plan $ 5   5      
Exercise of stock options (in shares) 14,484 100,000        
Exercise of stock options $ 2   2      
Ending balance (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2024 28,400,000 28,400,000        
Ending balance at Dec. 31, 2024 $ 1,396 $ 0 $ 1,832 $ 633 $ (142) $ (927)
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN EQUITY (Parenthetical) - $ / shares
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Statement of Stockholders' Equity [Abstract]      
Dividends declared (in USD per share) $ 2.66 $ 2.53 $ 2.30
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Cash flows from operating activities:      
Net income $ 211 $ 347 $ 330
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:      
Depreciation of rental equipment 679 643 536
Depreciation of property and equipment 82 71 64
Amortization of intangible assets 45 41 31
Amortization of deferred debt and financing obligations costs 5 4 4
Stock-based compensation charges 17 18 27
Provision for receivables allowance 70 65 52
Loss on assets held for sale 194 0 0
Deferred taxes 59 89 83
Gain on sale of rental equipment (87) (94) (36)
Other 12 1 5
Changes in assets and liabilities:      
Receivables (62) (98) (172)
Other assets (26) (22) (15)
Accounts payable 2 7 (23)
Accrued liabilities and other long-term liabilities 24 14 31
Net cash provided by operating activities 1,225 1,086 917
Cash flows from investing activities:      
Rental equipment expenditures (1,048) (1,320) (1,168)
Proceeds from disposal of rental equipment 288 325 121
Non-rental capital expenditures (161) (156) (104)
Proceeds from disposal of property and equipment 10 15 7
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired (600) (430) (515)
Other investing activities 0 (15) (23)
Net cash used in investing activities (1,511) (1,581) (1,682)
Cash flows from financing activities:      
Proceeds from issuance of long-term debt 800 0 0
Proceeds from revolving lines of credit and securitization 2,008 2,127 2,618
Repayments on revolving lines of credit and securitization (2,399) (1,387) (1,616)
Principal payments under finance lease and financing obligations (19) (16) (15)
Payment of debt financing costs (9) (1) (8)
Dividends paid (77) (73) (68)
Net settlement on vesting of equity awards (12) (25) (15)
Proceeds from employee stock purchase plan 5 4 4
Proceeds from exercise of stock options 2 3 0
Repurchase of common stock 0 (120) (115)
Net cash provided by financing activities 299 512 785
Effect of foreign exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents (1) 0 (1)
Net change in cash and cash equivalents during the period 12 17 19
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period 71 54 35
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period 83 71 54
Supplemental disclosures of cash flow information:      
Cash paid for interest 258 221 114
Cash paid for income taxes, net 12 30 22
Supplemental disclosures of non-cash investing activity:      
Purchases of rental equipment in accounts payable 30 0 38
Non-rental capital expenditures in accounts payable 2 0 17
Disposals of rental equipment in accounts receivable 6 0 0
Supplemental disclosures of non-cash investing and financing activity:      
Equipment acquired through finance lease $ 17 $ 24 $ 24
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Organization and Description of Business
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]  
Organization and Description of Business Organization and Description of Business
Herc Holdings Inc. ("Herc Holdings" or the "Company") is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers with 451 locations in North America as of December 31, 2024. The Company conducts substantially all of its operations through subsidiaries, including Herc Rentals Inc. ("Herc"). With over 59 years of experience, the Company is a full-line equipment rental supplier offering a broad portfolio of equipment for rent. In addition to its principal business of equipment rental, the Company sells used equipment and contractor supplies such as construction consumables, tools, small equipment and safety supplies; provides repair, maintenance, equipment management services and safety training to certain of its customers; offers equipment re-rental services and provides on-site support to its customers; and provides ancillary services such as equipment transport, rental protection, cleaning, refueling and labor.

The Company's fleet includes aerial, earthmoving, material handling, trucks and trailers, air compressors, compaction, lighting, trench shoring, and studio and production equipment. The Company's equipment rental business is supported by ProSolutions®, its industry-specific solutions-based services, which includes power generation, climate control, remediation and restoration, and pumps, and its ProContractor professional grade tools.
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Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Accounting Policies [Abstract]  
Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies
Basis of Presentation

The Company prepares its consolidated financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America ("U.S. GAAP"). The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements and footnotes. Actual results could differ materially from those estimates.

Significant estimates inherent in the preparation of the consolidated financial statements include receivables allowances, depreciation of rental equipment, the recoverability of long-lived assets, useful lives and impairment of long-lived tangible and intangible assets including goodwill and trade name, valuation of acquired intangible assets, pension and postretirement benefits, valuation of stock-based compensation, reserves for litigation and other contingencies and accounting for income taxes, among others.

Reclassifications

Certain amounts on the balance sheet in prior years have been reclassified to conform with the presentation in the current year.

Principles of Consolidation

The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Herc Holdings and its wholly owned subsidiaries. In the event that the Company is a primary beneficiary of a variable interest entity, the assets, liabilities and results of operations of the variable interest entity are included in the Company's consolidated financial statements. The Company accounts for investments in joint ventures using the equity method when it has significant influence but not control and is not the primary beneficiary. All significant intercompany transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.

Cash and Cash Equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand and highly liquid investments with an original maturity of three months or less.

Concentration of Credit Risk

The Company's cash and cash equivalents are held in checking accounts, various investment grade institutional money market accounts or bank term deposits. Deposits held at banks may exceed the amount of insurance provided on such deposits. Generally, these deposits may be redeemed upon demand and are maintained with financial institutions with reputable credit and therefore bear minimal credit risk. The Company seeks to mitigate such risks by spreading the risk across multiple counterparties and monitoring the risk profiles of these counterparties. In addition, the Company has credit risk from financial
instruments used in hedging activities, when appropriate. The Company limits its exposure relating to financial instruments by diversifying the financial instruments among various counterparties, which consist of major financial institutions.

No single customer accounted for more than 3% of the Company’s equipment rental revenue during the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022. As of December 31, 2024 and 2023, no single customer accounted for more than 5% of accounts receivable.

Receivables

Receivables are stated net of allowances and represent credit extended to customers and manufacturers that satisfy defined credit criteria. The estimate of the allowance for credit losses is based on the Company's historical experience and its judgment as to the likelihood of ultimate collection. Actual receivables are written-off against the allowance for credit losses when the Company determines the balance will not be collected. Estimates for future credit memos are based on historical experience and are reflected as reductions to revenue, while the provision for credit losses for rental transactions is reflected as a component of "Selling, general and administrative expenses" in the Company's consolidated statements of operations.

Rental Equipment

Rental equipment is stated at cost, net of related discounts, with holding periods ranging from one year to 15 years. Generally, when rental equipment is acquired, the Company estimates the period that it will hold the asset, primarily based on historical measures of the amount of rental activity (e.g. equipment usage) and the targeted age of equipment at the time of disposal. The Company also estimates the residual value of the applicable rental equipment at the expected time of disposal. The residual value for rental equipment is affected by factors which include equipment age and amount of usage. Depreciation is recorded over the estimated holding period. 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 time of disposal and the estimated holding periods. Market conditions for used equipment sales can also be affected by external factors such as the economy, natural disasters, fuel prices, supply of similar used equipment, the market price for similar new equipment and incentives offered by manufacturers of new equipment. These key factors are considered when estimating future residual values and assessing depreciation rates. As a result of this ongoing assessment, the Company makes periodic adjustments to depreciation rates of rental equipment in response to changed market conditions.

Property and Equipment

Property and equipment are stated at cost and are depreciated utilizing the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the related assets. Leasehold improvements are amortized over the estimated useful lives of the related assets or leases, whichever is shorter.

Useful lives are as follows:
Buildings
8 to 33 years
Service vehicles
3 to 13 years
Machinery and equipment
1 to 15 years
Computer equipment
1 to 5 years
Furniture and fixtures
2 to 10 years
Leasehold improvementsThe lesser of the asset life or expected lease term including lease extension options.

The Company follows the practice of charging routine maintenance and repairs, including the cost of minor replacements, to maintenance expense. Costs of major replacements are capitalized and depreciated.
Leases

Leases are classified as either finance or operating at inception of the lease, with classification affecting the pattern of expense recognition in the income statement. Operating and finance leases result in the recognition of right-of-use ("ROU") assets and lease liabilities on the balance sheet. ROU assets represent the Company's right to use the leased asset for the lease term and lease liabilities represent the obligation to make lease payments. The liability is calculated as the present value of the remaining minimum lease payments for existing operating leases using either the rate implicit in the lease or, if none exists, the Company's incremental borrowing rate. Operating lease cost is recorded on a straight-line basis over the remaining lease term. Finance lease cost includes amortization of the ROU assets on a straight-line basis and interest on the lease liabilities using the effective interest method.

In certain instances, the Company may sell property and enter into an arrangement to lease the property back from the landlord. In these instances, the Company performs a sale-leaseback analysis to determine if the assets can be removed from the balance sheet. If certain criteria are met, the Company recognizes the transaction as a sale, removes the assets from its balance sheet and reflects the future lease payments as rent expense. If the criteria for sale is not met, such as available repurchase options or continuing involvement with the property, the Company is considered the owner for accounting purposes. In these instances, the Company is precluded from derecognizing the assets from its balance sheet and will continue to depreciate the assets over the expected lease term. In conjunction with these arrangements, the Company records a financing obligation equal to the cash proceeds or fair market value of the assets received from the landlord. Lease payments for these properties are recognized as interest expense and a reduction of the financing obligation using the effective interest method. At the end of the lease term, including exercise of any renewal options, the net remaining financing obligation over the net carrying value of the fixed asset will be recognized as a non-cash gain on sale of the property.

Reserves for Self-Insured Claims

The obligation for public liability and property damage on self-insured equipment represents an estimate for both reported accident claims not yet paid, and claims incurred but not yet reported. The related liabilities are recorded on a non-discounted basis. Reserve requirements are based on actuarial evaluations of historical accident claim experience and trends, as well as future projections of ultimate losses, expenses, premiums and administrative costs. The adequacy of the liability is regularly monitored based on evolving accident claim history and insurance-related state legislation changes. If the Company's estimates change or if actual results differ from these assumptions, the amount of the recorded liability is adjusted to reflect these results.
The Company is exposed to various claims relating to our business, including those for which we provide self-insurance. Claims for which we self-insure include: (i) workers compensation claims; (ii) general liability claims by third parties for injury or property damage caused by our equipment or personnel; (iii) automobile liability claims; and (iv) employee health insurance claims. These types of claims may take a substantial amount of time to resolve and, accordingly, the ultimate liability associated with a particular claim, including claims incurred but not reported as of a period-end reporting date, may not be known for an extended period of time. The Company's methodology for developing self-insurance reserves is based on management estimates and independent third party actuarial estimates. The estimation process considers, among other matters, the cost of known claims over time, cost inflation and incurred but not reported claims. These estimates may change based on, among other things, changes in the Company's claim history or receipt of additional information relevant to assessing the claims and the amount of the recorded liability is adjusted to reflect these changes. The long-term portion of our self-insurance reserves is included in "Other long-term liabilities" in the consolidated balance sheet.

Defined Benefit Pension Plans and Other Employee Benefits

The Company's employee pension costs and obligations are developed from actuarial valuations. Inherent in these valuations are key assumptions, including discount rates, salary growth, long-term return on plan assets, retirement rates, mortality rates and other factors. The selection of assumptions is based on historical trends and known economic and market conditions at the time of valuation, as well as independent studies of trends performed by actuaries. However, actual results may differ substantially from the estimates that were based on the assumptions. The Company uses a December 31 measurement date for all of the plans.
Actual results that differ from the Company's assumptions are accumulated and amortized over future periods and, therefore, generally affect its recognized expense in such future periods. While management believes that the assumptions used are appropriate, significant differences in actual experience or significant changes in assumptions would affect the Company's pension costs and obligations.

Foreign Currency Translation and Transactions

Assets and liabilities of international subsidiaries whose functional currency is the local currency are translated at the rate of exchange in effect on the balance sheet date; income and expenses are translated at the average exchange rates throughout the year. The related translation adjustments are reflected in “Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)” in the equity section of the Company's consolidated balance sheets. Foreign currency gains and losses resulting from transactions are included in earnings.

Business Combinations

The Company has made multiple acquisitions and may continue to make acquisitions in the future. The assets acquired and liabilities assumed are recorded based on their respective fair values at the date of acquisition. Long-lived assets (principally rental equipment), goodwill and other intangible assets generally represent the largest components of the acquisitions. Rental equipment is valued utilizing either a cost or market approach, or a combination of these methods, depending on the asset being valued and the availability of market data. The intangible assets that the Company has acquired are non-compete agreements, customer relationships, and trade names and associated trademarks. The estimated fair values of these intangible assets reflect various assumptions about discount rates, revenue growth rates, operating margins, terminal values, useful lives and other prospective financial information. Goodwill is calculated as the excess of the cost of the acquired entity over the net of the fair value of the assets acquired and the liabilities assumed. Non-compete agreements, customer relationships, and trade names and associated trademarks are valued based on an excess earnings or income approach based on projected cash flows and may be amortized over the useful life if they are determined to be finite-lived intangible assets. Determining the fair value of the assets and liabilities acquired is judgmental in nature and can involve the use of significant estimates and assumptions.

As part of an acquisition, the Company will also acquire other assets and assume liabilities. These other assets and liabilities typically include, but are not limited to, parts inventory, accounts receivable, accounts payable and other working capital items. Because of their short-term nature, the fair values of these other assets and liabilities generally approximate the book values on the acquired entities' balance sheets.

Goodwill and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets

On an annual basis and at interim periods when circumstances require, the Company tests the recoverability of its goodwill. The analysis is conducted as of October 1 each year. The Company has two reporting units and compares the carrying value of its reporting units to the fair value. If the carrying value of the reporting unit is greater than its fair value, the Company recognizes an impairment charge for the amount equal to that excess.

The Company may first assess qualitative factors to determine whether it is more-likely-than-not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount as a basis for determining whether it is necessary to perform the quantitative goodwill impairment test. If a quantitative impairment test is performed, the fair value of the reporting unit is estimated using a combination of an income approach on the present value of estimated future cash flows and a market approach based on published earnings multiples of comparable entities with similar operations and economic characteristics as well as acquisition multiples paid in recent transactions. The Company’s discounted cash flows are based upon reasonable and appropriate assumptions, which are weighted for their likely probability of occurrence, about the underlying business activities of the Company.

Indefinite-lived intangible assets, primarily the Company's trade name, are not amortized but are evaluated annually for impairment and whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of this asset may exceed its fair value. If the carrying value of an indefinite-lived intangible asset exceeds its fair value, an impairment charge is recognized in an amount equal to that excess.
Finite-Lived Intangible and Long-Lived Assets

Intangible assets include technology, customer relationships and other intangibles. Intangible assets with finite lives are amortized over the estimated economic lives of the assets, which range from five to 14 years. These assets are primarily amortized using the straight-line method, however, certain assets may be amortized using an accelerated method that reflects the economic benefit to the Company. Long-lived assets, including intangible assets with finite lives, are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of such assets may not be recoverable. 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.

Long-lived assets, or disposal groups comprising assets and liabilities, that are expected to be recovered primarily through sale rather than through continuing use are classified as assets held for sale. Upon designation as an asset held for sale, the carrying value of each long-lived asset or disposal group is recorded at the lower of its carrying value or its estimated fair value, less estimated costs to sell, and depreciation expense is no longer recorded.

Revenue Recognition

The Company is principally engaged in the business of renting equipment. Ancillary to the Company’s principal equipment rental business, the Company also sells used rental equipment, new equipment and parts and supplies and offers certain services to support its customers.
The Company’s rental transactions are accounted for under ASC Topic 842, Leases, ("Topic 842"). Equipment rental revenue includes revenue generated from renting equipment to customers, including re-rent revenue, and is recognized on a straight-line basis over the length of the rental contract. Other equipment rental revenues include fees for the Company's rental protection program and environmental charges and are recognized on a straight-line basis over the length of the rental contract.
The Company’s sale of rental and new equipment, parts and supplies along with certain services provided to customers are recognized under ASC Topic 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers, ("Topic 606"). The Company recognizes revenue when it satisfies a performance obligation by transferring control over a product or service to a customer. The amount of revenue recognized reflects the consideration the Company expects to be entitled to in exchange for such products or services.
See Note 3, "Revenue Recognition" for further discussion of the Company's revenue accounting.
Stock Based Compensation

Under the Company's stock based compensation plans, certain employees and members of the Company's board of directors have received grants of restricted stock units, performance stock units and stock options for Herc Holdings common stock.

The Company measures the cost of employee services received in exchange for an award of equity instruments based on the grant date fair value of the award. That cost is recognized over the period during which the employee is required to provide service in exchange for the award. The Company estimates the fair value of stock options issued at the date of grant using a Black-Scholes option-pricing model, which includes assumptions related to volatility, expected term, dividend yield and risk-free interest rate.

The Company accounts for restricted stock unit and performance stock unit awards as equity classified awards. For restricted stock units, the expense is based on the grant date fair value of the stock and the number of shares that vest, recognized over the service period. For performance stock units, the expense is based on the grant date fair value of the stock, recognized over a service period depending upon the applicable performance condition. For performance stock units, the Company re-assesses the probability of achieving the applicable performance condition each reporting period and adjusts the recognition of expense accordingly.

Income Taxes

The Company applies the provisions of ASC Topic 740, Income Taxes, ("Topic 740"), and computes the provision for income taxes on a Separate Return Basis. Under Topic 740, deferred tax assets and liabilities are determined based on differences
between the financial statement carrying amounts and tax bases of assets and liabilities and are measured using the enacted tax rates that are expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect of a change in tax rates is recognized in the statement of operations in the period that includes the enactment date. The Company records valuation allowances to reduce its deferred tax assets by the amount that is more likely than not to be realized. Subsequent changes to enacted tax rates and changes in the interpretations thereof will result in deferred taxes and changes to any related valuation allowances. Provisions are not made for income taxes on undistributed earnings of international subsidiaries that are intended to be indefinitely reinvested outside of the United States or are expected to be remitted free of taxes. Future distributions, if any, from these international subsidiaries to the United States or changes in U.S. tax rules may require a charge to reflect tax on these amounts.

In accordance with Topic 740, the Company recognizes, in its consolidated financial statements, the impact of the Company's tax positions that are more likely than not to be sustained upon examination. The Company will determine whether it is more likely than not that a tax position will be sustained upon examination, including resolution of any related appeals or litigation processes, based on the technical merits of the position. In evaluating whether a tax position has met the more-likely-than-not recognition threshold, the Company presumes that the position will be examined by the appropriate taxing authority with full knowledge of all relevant information. Upon determination that a tax position meets the more-likely-than-not recognition threshold, it is measured to determine the amount of benefit to recognize in the financial statements. The Company recognizes interest and penalties for uncertain tax positions in income tax expense.

Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements

Adopted

Improvements to Reportable Segment Disclosures

In November 2023, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2023-07, "Segment Reporting (Topic 280): Improvements to Reportable Segment Disclosures" ("ASU 2023-07"), which is intended to improve reportable segment disclosure requirements, primarily through enhanced disclosures about significant segment expenses. The Company adopted this guidance effective January 1, 2024 and has made the appropriate disclosures in Note 21, "Segment Information."

Not Yet Adopted

Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures

In December 2023, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2023-09, "Income Taxes (Topic 740): Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures" ("ASU 2023-09"), which modifies the rules on income tax disclosures to require entities to disclose (1) specific categories in the rate reconciliation, (2) the income or loss from continuing operations before income tax expense or benefit (separated between domestic and foreign) and (3) income tax expense or benefit from continuing operations (separated by federal, state and foreign). ASU 2023-09 also requires entities to disclose their income tax payments to international, federal, state and local jurisdictions, among other changes. The guidance is effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2024. Early adoption is permitted for annual financial statements that have not yet been issued or made available for issuance. ASU 2023-09 should be applied on a prospective basis, but retrospective application is permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the potential impact of adopting this new guidance on its consolidated financial statements and related disclosures.

Disaggregation of Income Statement Expenses
In November 2024, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2024-03, "Income Statement - Reporting Comprehensive Income - Expense Disaggregation Disclosures (Subtopic 220-40)" ("ASU 2024-03"), which is intended to improve the disclosures about a public entity's expenses and address requests from investors for more detailed information about the types of expenses in commonly presented expense captions. The guidance is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2026, and interim periods within fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2027. Early adoption is permitted for annual financial statements that have not yet been issued or made available for issuance. ASU 2024-03 should be applied on a prospective basis, but retrospective application is permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the potential impact of adopting this new guidance on its consolidated financial statements and related disclosures.
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Revenue Recognition
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Revenue from Contract with Customer [Abstract]  
Revenue Recognition Revenue Recognition
The Company is principally engaged in the business of renting equipment. Ancillary to the Company’s principal equipment rental business, the Company also sells used rental equipment, new equipment and parts and supplies and offers certain services to support its customers. The Company operates in North America with revenue from the United States representing 92.9%, 92.0% and 91.2% of total revenue for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022, respectively.

The Company’s rental transactions are accounted for under Topic 842. The Company’s sale of rental and new equipment, parts and supplies along with certain services provided to customers are accounted for under Topic 606. The Company recognizes revenue when it satisfies a performance obligation by transferring control over a product or service to a customer. The amount of revenue recognized reflects the consideration the Company expects to be entitled to in exchange for such products or services.
The following summarizes the applicable accounting guidance for the Company’s revenues (in millions):
Years Ended December 31,
202420232022
Topic 842Topic 606TotalTopic 842Topic 606TotalTopic 842Topic 606Total
Revenues:
Equipment rental$2,862 $— $2,862 $2,577 $— $2,577 $2,284 $— $2,284 
Other rental revenue:
Delivery and pick-up— 213 213 — 188 188 — 170 170 
Other114 — 114 105 — 105 98 — 98 
Total other rental revenues114 213 327 105 188 293 98 170 268 
Total equipment rentals2,976 213 3,189 2,682 188 2,870 2,382 170 2,552 
Sales of rental equipment— 311 311 — 346 346 — 125 125 
Sales of new equipment, parts and supplies— 37 37 — 38 38 — 36 36 
Service and other revenues— 31 31 — 28 28 — 27 27 
Total revenues$2,976 $592 $3,568 $2,682 $600 $3,282 $2,382 $358 $2,740 

Topic 842 revenues
Equipment Rental Revenue
The Company offers a broad portfolio of equipment for rent on a daily, weekly or monthly basis, with substantially all rental agreements cancellable upon the return of the equipment. Virtually all customer contracts can be canceled by the customer with no penalty by returning the equipment within one day; therefore, the Company does not allocate the transaction price between the different contract elements.
Equipment rental revenue includes revenue generated from renting equipment to customers and is recognized on a straight-line basis over the length of the rental contract. As part of this straight-line methodology, when the equipment is returned, the Company recognizes as incremental revenue the excess, if any, between the amount the customer is contractually required to pay, which is based on the rental contract period applicable to the actual number of days the equipment was out on rent, over the cumulative amount of revenue recognized to date. In any given accounting period, the Company will have customers return equipment and be contractually required to pay more than the cumulative amount of revenue recognized to date under the straight-line methodology. Also included in equipment rental revenue is re-rent revenue in which the Company will rent specific pieces of equipment from vendors and then re-rent that equipment to its customers. Provisions for discounts, rebates to customers and other adjustments are provided for in the period the related revenue is recorded.
Other
Other equipment rental revenue is primarily comprised of fees for the Company’s rental protection program and environmental charges. Fees paid for the rental protection program allow customers to limit the risk of financial loss in the event the
Company’s equipment is damaged or lost. Fees for the rental protection program and environmental recovery fees are recognized on a straight-line basis over the length of the rental contract.
Topic 606 revenues
Delivery and pick-up
Delivery and pick-up revenue associated with renting equipment is recognized when the services are performed.
Sales of rental equipment, New equipment, Parts and supplies
The Company sells its used rental equipment, new equipment, parts and supplies. Revenues recorded for each category are as follows (in millions):
Years Ended December 31,
202420232022
Sales of rental equipment$311 $346 $125 
Sales of new equipment12 14 
Sales of parts and supplies25 24 28 
Total$348 $384 $161 

The Company recognizes revenue from the sale of rental equipment, new equipment, parts and supplies when control of the asset transfers to the customer, which is typically when the asset is picked up by or delivered to the customer and when significant risks and rewards of ownership have passed to the customer. Sales and other tax amounts collected from customers and remitted to government authorities are accounted for on a net basis and, therefore, excluded from revenue.
The Company routinely sells its used rental equipment in order to manage repair and maintenance costs, as well as the composition, age and size of its fleet. The Company disposes of used equipment through a variety of channels including retail sales to customers and other third parties, sales to wholesalers, brokered sales and auctions.

The Company also sells new equipment, parts and supplies. The types of new equipment that the Company sells vary by location and include a variety of ProContractor tools and supplies, small equipment (such as work lighting, generators, pumps, compaction equipment and power trowels), safety supplies and expendables.
Under Topic 606, the accounts receivable balance, prior to allowances for credit losses, for the sale of rental equipment, new equipment, parts and supplies, was approximately $17 million and $11 million as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
Service and other revenues
Service and other revenues primarily include revenue earned from equipment management and similar services for rental customers which includes providing customer support functions such as dedicated in-plant operations, plant management services, equipment and safety training, and repair and maintenance services particularly to industrial customers who request such services.
The Company recognizes revenue for service and other revenues as the services are provided. Service and other revenues are typically invoiced together with a customer’s rental amounts and, therefore, it is not practical for the Company to separate the accounts receivable amount related to services and other revenues that are accounted for under Topic 606; however, such amount is not considered material.
Receivables and contract assets and liabilities

Most of the Company's equipment rental revenue is accounted for under Topic 842. The customers that are responsible for the remaining equipment rental revenue that is accounted for under Topic 606 are generally the same customers that rent the Company's equipment. Concentration of credit risk with respect to the Company's accounts receivable is limited because a large number of geographically diverse customers makes up its customer base. No single customer makes up more than 3% of the Company's equipment rental revenue or more than 5% of its accounts receivable balance for the last three years. The Company manages credit risk associated with its accounts receivable at the customer level through credit approvals, credit limits and other monitoring procedures. The Company maintains allowances for credit losses that reflect the Company's estimate of the amount of receivables that the Company will be unable to collect based on its historical write-off experience.

The Company does not have material contract assets or contract liabilities associated with customer contracts. The Company's contracts with customers do not generally result in material amounts billed to customers in excess of recognizable revenue. The Company did not recognize material revenue during the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 or 2022 that was included in the contract liability balance as of the beginning of each period.

Performance obligations

Most of the Company's revenue recognized under Topic 606 is recognized at a point-in-time, rather than over time. Accordingly, in any particular period, the Company does not generally recognize a significant amount of revenue from performance obligations satisfied (or partially satisfied) in previous periods, and the amount of such revenue recognized during the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022 was not material. We also do not expect to recognize material revenue in the future related to performance obligations that were unsatisfied (or partially unsatisfied) as of December 31, 2024.

Contract estimates and judgments

The Company's revenues accounted for under Topic 606 generally do not require significant estimates or judgments, primarily for the following reasons:

The transaction price is generally fixed and stated on the Company's contracts;
As noted above, the Company's contracts generally do not include multiple performance obligations, and accordingly do not generally require estimates of the standalone selling price for each performance obligation;
The Company's revenues do not include material amounts of variable consideration; and
Most of the Company's revenue is recognized as of a point-in-time and the timing of the satisfaction of the applicable performance obligations is readily determinable. As noted above, the revenue recognized under Topic 606 is generally recognized at the time of delivery to, or pick-up by, the customer.

The Company monitors and reviews its estimated standalone selling prices on a regular basis.
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Rental Equipment
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Rental Equipment [Abstract]  
Rental Equipment Rental Equipment
Rental equipment consists of the following (in millions):
December 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Rental equipment$6,423 $5,785 
Less: Accumulated depreciation(2,198)(1,954)
Rental equipment, net$4,225 $3,831 
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Property and Equipment
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]  
Property and Equipment Property and Equipment
Property and equipment consists of the following (in millions):
December 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Land and buildings$136 $131 
Service vehicles591 488 
Leasehold improvements142 122 
Machinery and equipment33 27 
Computer equipment and software16 81 
Furniture and fixtures19 18 
Construction in progress22 20 
Property and equipment, gross959 887 
Less: accumulated depreciation(405)(422)
Property and equipment, net$554 $465 

Depreciation expense for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022 was $82 million, $71 million and $64 million, respectively, and is included in "Non-rental depreciation and amortization" in the Company's consolidated statements of operations.

The Company leases certain of its service vehicles and office equipment under finance leases. Depreciation of assets held under finance leases is included in depreciation expense. The gross amounts of property and equipment and related depreciation recorded under finance leases, included in the table above, were as follows (in millions):
December 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Service vehicles$124 $109 
Furniture and fixtures
Finance lease assets, gross126 111 
Less: accumulated depreciation(52)(37)
Finance lease assets, net$74 $74 

The Company has entered into financing obligations to lease certain of its properties as discussed further in Note 12, "Financing Obligations." Depreciation of assets held under financing obligations is included in depreciation expense. The gross amounts of land, building and leasehold improvements and related depreciation recorded under financing obligations, included in the table above, were as follows (in millions):
December 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Land, building and leasehold improvements$72 $72 
Less: accumulated depreciation(42)(40)
Net assets under financing obligations$30 $32 
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Business Combinations
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Business Combination, Asset Acquisition, and Joint Venture Formation [Abstract]  
Business Combinations Business Combinations
On July 16, 2024, the Company completed the acquisition of substantially all of the assets of Otay Mesa Sales ("Otay"). Otay was a full-service general equipment rental company comprised of approximately 135 employees and 4 locations serving construction and industrial customers throughout the metropolitan areas of San Diego, California and Phoenix and Yuma, Arizona. The aggregate consideration for the acquisition was approximately $273 million. The acquisition and related fees and expenses were funded through available cash and drawings on the senior secured asset-based revolving credit facility.
The following table summarizes the purchase price allocation of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed (in millions):
Accounts receivable$15 
Rental equipment129 
Property and equipment9
Intangibles(a)
65
Total identifiable assets acquired218
Current liabilities1
Net identifiable assets acquired217
Goodwill(b)
56
Net assets acquired$273 
(a) The following table reflects the fair values and useful lives of the acquired intangible assets identified (in millions):
OtayLife (years)
Customer relationships$61 14
Non-compete agreements5
Total acquired intangible assets$65 
(b) The level of goodwill that resulted from the acquisition is primarily reflective of operational synergies that the Company expects to achieve that are not associated with identifiable assets, the value of Otay's assembled workforce and new customer relationships expected to arise from the acquisition. All of the goodwill is expected to be deductible for income tax purposes.

The assets and liabilities for Otay were recorded as of July 16, 2024 and the results of operations have been included in the Company's consolidated results of operations since that date. Total revenue and income before taxes for Otay included in the consolidated statement of operations since the acquisition date are $35 million and $6 million, respectively.

Pro Forma Supplementary Data

The unaudited pro forma supplementary data presented in the table below (in millions) gives effect to the acquisition of Otay as if it had been included in the Company's condensed consolidated results for the entire period reflected. The unaudited pro forma supplementary data is provided for informational purposes only and is not indicative of the Company's results of operations had the acquisitions been included for the period presented, nor is it indicative of the Company's future results.
Year Ended December 31, 2024Year Ended December 31, 2023
HercOtayTotalHercOtayTotal
Historic/pro forma total revenues3,568 $41 $3,609 $3,282 $73 $3,355 
Historic/combined pretax income291 295 447 10 457 
Pro forma adjustments to consolidated pretax income:
Impact of fair value adjustments/useful life changes on depreciation(a)
Intangible asset amortization(b)
(5)(5)(8)(8)
Interest expense(c)
(10)(10)(18)(18)
Elimination of historic interest(d)
Elimination of merger related costs(e)
— — 
Pro forma pretax income$288 $439 
(a) Depreciation of rental equipment was adjusted for the fair value at acquisition and changes in useful lives of equipment acquired.
(b) Intangible asset amortization was adjusted to include amortization of the acquired intangible assets.
(c) As discussed above, the Company funded the Otay acquisition primarily using drawings on its senior secured asset-based revolving credit facility. Interest expense was adjusted to reflect interest on such borrowings.
(d) Historic interest on debt that is not part of the combined entity was eliminated.
(e) Merger related direct costs primarily comprised of financial and legal advisory fees associated with the Otay acquisition were eliminated as they were assumed to have been recognized prior to the pro forma acquisition date.
Other Acquisitions
In addition to the acquisition of Otay disclosed above, during the year ended December 31, 2024, the Company acquired eight companies with a total of 24 branches. During the year ended December 31, 2023, the Company acquired 12 companies totaling 21 branches.
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Goodwill and Intangible Assets
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]  
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Goodwill and Intangible Assets
Goodwill
The Company performed its annual goodwill impairment test as of October 1 and determined that no impairment existed at such date. Subsequent to the annual impairment test, it was determined that goodwill classified as assets held for sale was fully impaired, see Note 8, "Assets Held for Sale" for further discussion. There was no impairment during the year ended December 31, 2023.

The following summarizes the Company's goodwill (in millions):
Years Ended December 31,
20242023
Balance at the beginning of the period:
Goodwill, gross$1,154 $1,088 
Accumulated impairment losses(671)(669)
Goodwill483 419 
   Goodwill classified as held for sale— (65)
Additions190 128 
Currency translation(3)
Balance at the end of the period:
Goodwill, gross1,334 1,154 
Accumulated impairment losses(664)(671)
Goodwill$670 $483 

Intangible Assets

The Company performed its annual impairment test of indefinite-lived intangible assets as of October 1 and assessed finite-lived intangible assets for impairment triggers and determined that no impairment existed at such date. Subsequent to the annual impairment test, it was determined that certain finite-lived intangible assets classified as assets held for sale were impaired, see Note 8, "Assets Held for Sale" for further discussion. There was no impairment during the year ended December 31, 2023.

Intangible assets, net, consisted of the following major classes (in millions):
 December 31, 2024
 Gross Carrying AmountAccumulated AmortizationNet Carrying Value
Finite-lived intangible assets:  
Customer-related and non-compete agreements$382 $(106)$276 
Internally developed software(a)
39 (14)25 
Total421 (120)301 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets: 
Trade name271 — 271 
Total intangible assets, net$692 $(120)$572 
(a) Includes capitalized costs of $14 million yet to be placed into service.
 December 31, 2023
 Gross Carrying
Amount
Accumulated
Amortization
Net Carrying Value
Finite-lived intangible assets:  
Customer-related and non-compete agreements$248 $(69)$179 
Internally developed software(a)
64 (47)17 
Total312 (116)196 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets: 
Trade name271 — 271 
Total intangible assets, net$583 $(116)$467 
(a) Includes capitalized costs of $3 million yet to be placed into service.

For all intangible assets acquired during the year ended December 31, 2024, customer relationships have a weighted-average useful life of 12.7 years and non-compete agreements have a weighted-average useful life of 5.0 years.
Amortization of intangible assets for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022 was $45 million, $41 million and $31 million, respectively. Based on the amortizable assets in-service as of December 31, 2024, the Company expects amortization expense to be approximately $48 million in 2025, $41 million in 2026, $27 million in 2027, $24 million in 2028, $22 million in 2029, and $125 million thereafter.
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Assets Held for Sale
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Discontinued Operations and Disposal Groups [Abstract]  
Assets Held for Sale Assets Held for Sale
The Company's assets held for sale consist of the Cinelease studio entertainment and lighting and grip equipment rental business ("Cinelease"). The film and studio entertainment industry has shifted to a studio centric model where owning or managing a large footprint of studios is becoming more important to be a competitive equipment rental provider, requiring significant investment in fully managed studios. This business model is a departure from the Company's stated growth strategy.

During the fourth quarter of 2023, it was determined that Cinelease met all criteria to be classified as assets held for sale with the expectation of a transaction to be completed within 12 months. Since the determination was made, market conditions changed due to labor strikes within the industry that had impacts to Cinelease which slowed the process of exploring strategic alternatives. Cinelease continues to be actively marketed for sale and management expects a transaction to be completed in 2025.

The Company assesses the fair value, less estimated costs to sell, each reporting period it remains classified as held for sale. During the fourth quarter of 2024, there was indication that the carrying value of Cinelease was greater than the fair value, less estimated costs to sell, based on slower than anticipated return of business subsequent to settlement of actual and potential labor strikes, therefore an impairment analysis was performed. The fair value was estimated using a market approach based on offers received through a competitive bid process, exclusive of potential earnouts for future performance. Accordingly, the Company recorded a loss on assets held for sale of approximately $194 million.
The following table summarizes the assets and liabilities held for sale (in millions):

December 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Assets held for sale:
Cash and cash equivalents$— $
Receivables
Other current assets11 12 
Total current assets held for sale$17 $21 
Rental equipment, net$124 $183 
Property and equipment, net23 34 
Right-of-use lease assets47 75 
Intangible assets, net
Goodwill— 65 
Other long-term assets24 47 
Total long-term assets held for sale$220 $408 
Liabilities held for sale:
Current maturities of operating lease liabilities$$
Accounts payable
Accrued liabilities
Total current liabilities held for sale$15 $19 
Operating lease liabilities$60 $68 
Total long-term liabilities held for sale$60 $68 
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Leases
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Leases [Abstract]  
Leases Leases
The Company leases real estate, office equipment and service vehicles. The Company's leases have remaining lease terms of up to 23 years, some of which include options to extend the leases for up to 20 years. The Company determines the lease term used to record each lease by including the initial lease term and, in the case where there are options to extend, will include the option to extend if it has determined that it reasonably certain that the Company would exercise those options.

The Company also leases certain equipment that it rents to its customers where the payments vary based upon the amount of time the equipment is on rent. There are no fixed payments on these leases and, therefore, no lease liability or ROU assets have been recorded. Leases with an initial term of 12 months or less are not recorded on the balance sheet. Lease expense for these leases is recognized on a straight-line basis over the lease term.
The components of lease expense consist of the following (in millions):
Years Ended December 31,
Classification20242023
Operating lease cost(a)
Direct operating$158 $132 
Finance lease cost:
Amortization of ROU assetsDepreciation and amortization16 14 
Interest on lease liabilitiesInterest expense, net
Sublease incomeEquipment rental revenue(77)(61)
Net lease cost$100 $87 
(a) Includes short-term leases of $62 million and $52 million for the year ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively, and variable lease costs of $6 million and $3 million for the year ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.

Balance sheet information related to leases consists of the following (in millions):
ClassificationDecember 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Assets
Operating lease ROU assetsRight-of-use assets$852 $665 
Finance lease ROU assets
Property and equipment, net(a)
74 74 
Total leased assets$926 $739 
Liabilities
Current:
OperatingCurrent maturities of operating lease liabilities$39 $37 
FinanceCurrent maturities of long-term debt and financing obligations17 15 
Non-current:
OperatingOperating lease liabilities842 646 
FinanceLong-term debt, net60 61 
Total lease liabilities$958 $759 
(a) Finance lease right-of-use assets are recorded net of accumulated amortization of $52 million and $37 million for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.

Years Ended December 31,
20242023
Weighted average remaining lease term:
Operating leases17.116.8
Finance leases5.15.4
Weighted average discount rate:
Operating leases4.31 %3.95 %
Finance leases4.29 %4.01 %
Cash flow information related to leases consists of the following (in millions):
Years Ended December 31,
20242023
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities:
Operating cash flows from operating leases$51 $49 
Operating cash flows from finance leases
Financing cash flows from finance leases16 12 
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for lease obligations:
Operating leases300 291 
Finance leases17 24 

Maturities of lease liabilities are as follows (in millions):
Operating LeasesFinance Leases
2025$76 $20 
202682 18 
202778 14 
202875 13 
202972 11 
Thereafter942 11 
Total lease payments1,325 87 
Less: Interest(444)(10)
Present value of lease liabilities$881 $77 
Leases Leases
The Company leases real estate, office equipment and service vehicles. The Company's leases have remaining lease terms of up to 23 years, some of which include options to extend the leases for up to 20 years. The Company determines the lease term used to record each lease by including the initial lease term and, in the case where there are options to extend, will include the option to extend if it has determined that it reasonably certain that the Company would exercise those options.

The Company also leases certain equipment that it rents to its customers where the payments vary based upon the amount of time the equipment is on rent. There are no fixed payments on these leases and, therefore, no lease liability or ROU assets have been recorded. Leases with an initial term of 12 months or less are not recorded on the balance sheet. Lease expense for these leases is recognized on a straight-line basis over the lease term.
The components of lease expense consist of the following (in millions):
Years Ended December 31,
Classification20242023
Operating lease cost(a)
Direct operating$158 $132 
Finance lease cost:
Amortization of ROU assetsDepreciation and amortization16 14 
Interest on lease liabilitiesInterest expense, net
Sublease incomeEquipment rental revenue(77)(61)
Net lease cost$100 $87 
(a) Includes short-term leases of $62 million and $52 million for the year ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively, and variable lease costs of $6 million and $3 million for the year ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.

Balance sheet information related to leases consists of the following (in millions):
ClassificationDecember 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Assets
Operating lease ROU assetsRight-of-use assets$852 $665 
Finance lease ROU assets
Property and equipment, net(a)
74 74 
Total leased assets$926 $739 
Liabilities
Current:
OperatingCurrent maturities of operating lease liabilities$39 $37 
FinanceCurrent maturities of long-term debt and financing obligations17 15 
Non-current:
OperatingOperating lease liabilities842 646 
FinanceLong-term debt, net60 61 
Total lease liabilities$958 $759 
(a) Finance lease right-of-use assets are recorded net of accumulated amortization of $52 million and $37 million for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.

Years Ended December 31,
20242023
Weighted average remaining lease term:
Operating leases17.116.8
Finance leases5.15.4
Weighted average discount rate:
Operating leases4.31 %3.95 %
Finance leases4.29 %4.01 %
Cash flow information related to leases consists of the following (in millions):
Years Ended December 31,
20242023
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities:
Operating cash flows from operating leases$51 $49 
Operating cash flows from finance leases
Financing cash flows from finance leases16 12 
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for lease obligations:
Operating leases300 291 
Finance leases17 24 

Maturities of lease liabilities are as follows (in millions):
Operating LeasesFinance Leases
2025$76 $20 
202682 18 
202778 14 
202875 13 
202972 11 
Thereafter942 11 
Total lease payments1,325 87 
Less: Interest(444)(10)
Present value of lease liabilities$881 $77 
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Accrued Liabilities
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Payables and Accruals [Abstract]  
Accrued Liabilities Accrued Liabilities
Accrued liabilities consists of the following (in millions):
December 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Accrued compensation and benefit costs$58 $51 
Rebate accrual43 56 
Taxes payable30 28 
Accrued interest38 37 
Customer related deferrals19 18 
Insurance reserves31 18 
Acquisition holdbacks13 
Other10 
Total accrued liabilities$239 $221 
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Debt
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]  
Debt Debt
The Company's debt consists of the following (in millions):
Weighted Average Effective Interest Rate at December 31, 2024
Weighted Average Stated Interest Rate at December 31, 2024
Fixed or Floating Interest RateMaturityDecember 31,
2024
December 31,
2023
Senior Notes
2027 Notes5.61%5.50%Fixed2027$1,200 $1,200 
2029 Notes6.91%6.63%Fixed2029$800 — 
Other Debt
ABL Credit FacilityN/A5.83%Floating20271,621 2,072 
AR FacilityN/A5.36%Floating2025400 345 
Finance lease liabilities4.29%N/AFixed2025-203277 76 
Unamortized Debt Issuance Costs(a)
(12)(5)
Total debt4,086 3,688 
Less: Current maturities of long-term debt(17)(15)
Long-term debt, net$4,069 $3,673 
(a)    Unamortized debt issuance costs totaling $6 million and $8 million related to the ABL Credit Facility and AR Facility (as each is defined below) as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively, are included in "Other long-term assets" in the consolidated balance sheets.

The effective interest rate for the fixed rate 2027 Notes and 2029 Notes (as defined below) includes the stated interest on the notes and the amortization of any debt issuance costs.

Maturities
The nominal principal amounts of maturities of debt for each of the periods ending December 31 are as follows (in millions):
2025$17 
202616 
20273,233 
202812 
2029810 
Thereafter10 
Total$4,098 

The Company's liquidity needs arise from the funding of its costs of operations and capital expenditures, debt service on its indebtedness, funding acquisitions, payment of dividends and repurchases of its shares. The Company believes that cash generated from operations and cash received from the disposal of rental and other equipment, together with amounts available under its senior secured asset-based revolving credit facility (the "ABL Credit Facility") and AR Facility (as defined below) will be adequate to permit the Company to meet its obligations over the next 12 months.

Senior Notes—2027 Notes

On July 9, 2019, the Company issued $1.2 billion aggregate principal amount of its 5.50% Senior Notes due 2027 (the “2027 Notes”). Interest on the 2027 Notes accrues at the rate of 5.50% per annum and is payable semi-annually in arrears on January 15 and July 15. The 2027 Notes will mature on July 15, 2027.

Ranking; Guarantees

The 2027 Notes are the Company’s senior unsecured obligations, ranking equally in right of payment with all of the Company’s existing and future senior indebtedness, effectively junior to any of the Company’s existing and future secured indebtedness, including the ABL Credit Facility, to the extent of the value of the assets securing such indebtedness, and senior in right of payment to any of the Company’s existing and future subordinated indebtedness. The 2027 Notes are guaranteed on a senior
unsecured basis, subject to limited exceptions including special purpose securitization subsidiaries, by the Company’s current and future domestic subsidiaries.

Redemption

The Company may redeem the 2027 Notes, in whole or in part, at any time (i) on or after July 15, 2024 and prior to July 15, 2025, at a price equal to 100.917% of the principal amount of the 2027 Notes and (ii) on or after July 15, 2025, at a price equal to 100.000% of the principal amount of the 2027 Notes, in each case, plus accrued and unpaid interest, if any, to, but not including, the applicable redemption date.

Covenants

The indenture governing the 2027 Notes contains certain covenants applicable to the Company and its restricted subsidiaries, including limitations on liens, indebtedness, mergers, consolidations and acquisitions, sales, transfers and other dispositions of assets, loans and other investments, dividends and other distributions, stock repurchases and redemptions and other restricted payments, restrictions affecting subsidiaries, transactions with affiliates and designations of unrestricted subsidiaries. Upon the occurrence of certain events constituting a change of control triggering event, the Company is required to make an offer to repurchase all of the 2027 Notes (unless otherwise redeemed) at a purchase price equal to 101% of their principal amount, plus accrued and unpaid interest, if any to (but excluding) the repurchase date. If the Company sells assets under certain circumstances, it must use the proceeds to make an offer to purchase the 2027 Notes at a price equal to 100% of their principal amount, plus accrued and unpaid interest, if any, to, but excluding, the repurchase date.

Events of Default

The indenture also provides for customary events of default, including the following (subject to any applicable cure period): nonpayment, breach of covenants in the indenture, payment defaults under or acceleration of certain other indebtedness, failure to discharge certain judgments and certain events of bankruptcy, insolvency and reorganization. If an event of default occurs or is continuing, the trustee or the holders of at least 30% in aggregate principal amount of the 2027 Notes then outstanding may declare the principal of, premium, if any, and accrued and unpaid interest, if any, to be due and payable immediately.

Senior Notes—2029 Notes

On June 7, 2024, the Company issued $800 million aggregate principal amount of its 6.625% Senior Notes due 2029 (the "2029 Notes" and, together with the 2027 Notes, the "Notes"). The net proceeds were used to repay a portion of the indebtedness outstanding under the ABL Credit Facility and to pay related fees and expenses. Interest on the 2029 Notes accrues at the rate of 6.625% per annum and will be payable semi-annually in arrears on June 15 and December 15 of each year, commencing on December 15, 2024. The 2029 Notes will mature on June 15, 2029.

Ranking; Guarantees

The 2029 Notes are the Company's senior unsecured obligations, ranking equally in right of payment with all of the Company's existing and future senior indebtedness, effectively junior to any of the Company's existing and future indebtedness, including the ABL Credit Facility, to the extent of the value of the assets securing such indebtedness, and senior in right of payment to any of the Company's existing and future subordinated indebtedness. The 2029 Notes are guaranteed on a senior unsecured basis, subject to limited exceptions including special purpose securitization subsidiaries, by the Company's current and future domestic subsidiaries.

Redemption

The Company may, at its option, redeem the 2029 Notes, in whole or in part, at any time prior to June 15, 2026, at a price equal to 100% of the aggregate principal amount of the 2029 Notes, plus the applicable make-whole premium and accrued and unpaid interest, if any, to, but excluding, the redemption date. The Company may, at its option, redeem the 2029 Notes, in whole or in part, at any time (i) on or after June 15, 2026 and prior to June 15, 2027, at a price equal to 103.313% of the principal amount of the 2029 Notes, (ii) on or after June 15, 2027 and prior to June 15, 2028, at a price equal to 101.656% of the principal amount of the 2029 Notes and (iii) on or after June 15, 2028, at a price equal to 100.000% of the principal amount of the 2029 Notes, in each case, plus accrued and unpaid interest, if any, to, but excluding, the applicable redemption date. In addition, at any time on
or prior to June 15, 2026, the Company may, at its option, redeem up to 40% of the aggregate principal amount of the 2029 Notes with the net cash proceeds of one or more equity offerings at a redemption price equal to 106.625% of the principal amount of the 2029 Notes, plus accrued and unpaid interest, if any, to, but excluding, the redemption date.

Covenants

The indenture governing the 2029 Notes contains certain covenants applicable to the Company and its restricted subsidiaries, including limitations on: indebtedness; restricted payments; liens; dispositions of proceeds from asset sales; transactions with affiliates; dividends and other payment restrictions affecting restricted subsidiaries; designations of unrestricted subsidiaries; and mergers, consolidations and sale of assets. Upon the occurrence of certain events constituting a change of control triggering event, the Company is required to make an offer to repurchase all of the 2029 Notes (unless otherwise redeemed) at a purchase price equal to 101% of their principal amount, plus accrued and unpaid interest, if any, to, but excluding, the repurchase date. If the Company sells assets under certain circumstances, it must use the proceeds to make an offer to purchase the 2029 Notes at a price equal to 100% of their principal amount, plus accrued and unpaid interest, if any, to, but excluding, the repurchase date.

Events of Default

The indenture also provides for customary events of default, including the following (subject to any applicable cure period): nonpayment, breach of covenants in the indenture, payment defaults under or acceleration of certain other indebtedness, failure to discharge certain judgments and certain events of bankruptcy, insolvency and reorganization. If an event of default occurs or is continuing, the trustee or the holders of at least 30% in aggregate principal amount of the 2029 Notes then outstanding may declare the principal of, premium, if any, and accrued and unpaid interest, if any, to be due and payable immediately.

ABL Credit Facility

On July 31, 2019, Herc Holdings, Herc and certain other subsidiaries of Herc Holdings entered into a credit agreement with respect to a senior secured asset-based revolving credit facility, which was amended and extended on July 5, 2022. The aggregate amount of the revolving credit commitments is $3.5 billion (subject to availability under a borrowing base). Up to $250 million of the revolving loan facility is available for the issuance of letters of credit, subject to certain conditions including issuing lender participation. Subject to the satisfaction of certain conditions and limitations, the ABL Credit Facility allows for the addition of incremental revolving commitments and/or incremental term loans. 

The ABL Credit Facility was also amended to include a provision that the Company, in consultation with a Sustainability Coordinator, may establish key performance indicators (“KPIs”) with respect to certain environmental, social and governance targets of the Company and its subsidiaries, which if mutually agreed, may be incorporated into the ABL Credit Facility through an amendment (an “ESG Amendment”). Upon the effectiveness of an ESG Amendment, the commitment fee and the spreads applicable to revolving loans may be increased or decreased within certain limits based on performance against the KPIs.

Maturity 

The ABL Credit Facility matures on July 5, 2027. 

Guarantees; Collateral/Security 

The obligations of each of the borrowers under the ABL Credit Facility are guaranteed by each of Herc Holdings’ direct and indirect U.S. and Canadian subsidiaries, with certain exceptions, including special purpose securitization subsidiaries. The obligations of the borrowers under the ABL Credit Facility and the guarantees thereof are secured by security interests in substantially all of the assets of each borrower and guarantor, including pledges of all the capital stock of all of their direct subsidiaries, with certain exceptions. The liens securing the ABL Credit Facility are subject to certain exceptions.  Also, subject to certain limitations and conditions, the ABL Credit Facility permits the incurrence of future secured debt on a basis either pari passu with, or subordinated to, the liens securing the ABL Credit Facility. 
Interest 

The interest rates applicable to any loans under the ABL Credit Facility are based, at the option of the borrowers, on (i) a floating rate based on Term SOFR (for loans denominated in U.S. dollars) or CORRA (for loans denominated in Canadian dollars) plus an initial margin of 1.375% and a SOFR adjustment of 0.10% per annum or (ii) a base rate plus an initial margin of 0.50%, in each case, where margin is adjusted under the ABL Credit Facility based on the quarterly average excess availability under the ABL Credit Facility.

Covenants

The ABL Credit Facility contains a number of covenants that, among other things, limit or restrict the ability of the borrowers and their subsidiaries to incur additional indebtedness, prepay other indebtedness, make dividends and other restricted payments, create or incur liens, make acquisitions and other investments, engage in mergers, consolidations or sales of assets, engage in certain transactions with affiliates, and enter into certain restrictive agreements limiting the ability to create or incur liens.  In addition, under the ABL Credit Facility, upon excess availability falling below certain levels, the borrowers will be required to comply with a minimum fixed charge coverage ratio of no less than 1.00:1.00. As of December 31, 2024, the appropriate levels of liquidity have been maintained, therefore this financial maintenance covenant is not applicable.

Events of Default

The ABL Credit Facility provides that the occurrence of any of the following events will constitute an event of default: payment default, breach of representation or warranty, covenant breach, cross default to other material indebtedness, certain bankruptcy events, dissolution, invalidity of the credit agreement or any intercreditor agreement (if any), judgment in excess of a certain monetary threshold, any security or guarantee documents cease to be in effect, an ERISA event, pension event or a change of control. Upon the occurrence and during the continuation of an event of default, the agent may exercise remedies on behalf of the lenders, including accelerating the repayment of outstanding loans under the ABL Credit Facility. 

Accounts Receivable Securitization Facility
The accounts receivable securitization facility (the "AR Facility") was amended in August 2024 to extend the maturity date to August 31, 2025 and increase the aggregate commitments from $370 million to $400 million. In connection with the AR Facility, Herc sells its accounts receivables on an ongoing basis to Herc Receivables U.S. LLC, a wholly-owned special-purpose entity (the "SPE"). The SPE's sole business consists of the purchase by the SPE of accounts receivable from Herc and borrowing by the SPE against the eligible accounts receivable from the lenders under the facility. The borrowings are secured by liens on the accounts receivable and other assets of the SPE. Collections on the accounts receivable are used to service the borrowings. The SPE is a separate legal entity that is consolidated in the Company's financial statements. The SPE assets are owned by the SPE and are not available to settle the obligations of the Company or any of its other subsidiaries. Herc is the servicer of the accounts receivable under the AR Facility. All of the obligations of the servicer and certain indemnification obligations of the SPE under the agreements governing the AR Facility are guaranteed by Herc pursuant to a performance guarantee. The AR Facility is excluded from current maturities of long-term debt as the Company has the intent and ability to fund the AR Facility's borrowings on a long-term basis either by further extending the maturity date of the AR Facility or by utilizing the capacity available at the balance sheet date under the ABL Credit Facility.

The agreements governing the AR Facility contain restrictions and covenants which include limitations applicable to Herc and the SPE on the creation of certain liens, and restrictions and covenants which include limitations applicable to the SPE on the making of certain restricted payments, and limitations applicable to Herc and the SPE with respect to certain corporate acts such as mergers, consolidations and the sale of substantially all assets, with certain exceptions. The Company was in compliance with all such covenants as of December 31, 2024.

The financing agreement with the lenders provides for customary events of default (subject to customary exceptions, thresholds and grace periods) including, without limitation, failure to perform covenants, ineffectiveness of transaction documents, invalidity of security interests or failure to cooperate in the administrative agent's assumption of control of accounts, material inaccuracy of representations or warranties, failure of certain ratios related to the accounts receivables, specified cross default and cross acceleration to other material indebtedness, certain bankruptcy events, certain ERISA events, material judgments, material adverse effect and change in control.
Borrowing Capacity and Availability
After outstanding borrowings, the following was available to the Company under the ABL Credit Facility and AR Facility as of December 31, 2024 (in millions):
Remaining
Capacity
Availability Under
Borrowing Base
Limitation
ABL Credit Facility$1,845 $1,845 
AR Facility— — 
Total $1,845 $1,845 

Letters of Credit
As of December 31, 2024, $34 million of standby letters of credit were issued and outstanding, none of which have been drawn upon. The ABL Credit Facility had $216 million available under the letter of credit facility sublimit, subject to borrowing base restrictions.
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Financing Obligations
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Financing Obligation [Abstract]  
Financing Obligations Financing Obligations
In prior years, Herc entered into sale-leaseback transactions pursuant to which it sold 44 properties located in the U.S. and certain service vehicles. The sale of the properties and service vehicles did not qualify for sale-leaseback accounting; therefore, the book value of the assets remain on the Company's consolidated balance sheet. The Company's financing obligations consist of the following (in millions):
Weighted Average Effective Interest Rate at December 31, 2024
MaturityDecember 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Financing obligations5.45%2026-2038$107 $110 
Unamortized financing issuance costs
(2)(2)
Total financing obligations105 108 
Less: Current maturities of financing obligations(4)(4)
Financing obligations, net$101 $104 

As of December 31, 2024, future minimum financing payments for the agreements referred to above are as follows (in millions):
2025$10 
202610 
202710 
2028
2029
Thereafter72 
Total minimum financing obligations payments120 
Obligations subject to non-cash gain on future sale of property35 
Less amount representing interest (at a weighted-average interest rate of 5.45%)
(48)
Total financing obligations$107 
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Employee Retirement Benefits
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Retirement Benefits [Abstract]  
Employee Retirement Benefits Employee Retirement Benefits
401(k) Savings Plan and Other Defined Contribution Plan

On July 1, 2016, the Company established the Herc Holdings Savings Plan covering all of its U.S. employees. Contributions to the plans are made by both the employee and the Company. Company contributions to these plans are based on the level of employee contributions and formulas determined by the Company. Expenses for the defined contribution plans for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022 were approximately $23 million, $20 million and $16 million, respectively.

Defined Benefit Pension and Postretirement Plans

The Company sponsors the Herc Holdings Retirement Plan (the "Plan"), a U.S. qualified pension plan. The Plan has been frozen to new participants since it was established in July 2016.

Postretirement benefits, other than pensions, provide healthcare benefits, and in some instances, life insurance benefits for certain eligible retired employees in the U.S.

The Company reflects the funded status of defined benefit pension and other postretirement benefit plans as an asset or liability. This amount is defined as the difference between the fair value of plan assets and the benefit obligation. The Company is required to recognize as a component of other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax, the actuarial gains/losses and prior service credits that arise but were not previously required to be recognized as components of net periodic benefit cost. Other comprehensive income (loss) is adjusted as these amounts are later recognized in the statement of operations as components of net periodic benefit cost.

The Company’s policy for funded plans is to contribute, at a minimum, amounts required by applicable laws, regulations and union agreements. The Plan represents approximately 99% of the Company's defined benefit plan obligations and 100% of its plan assets. The Company made cash contributions to the Plan of $4 million for each of 2024 and 2023, and no contributions for 2022. The level of 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.

Additionally, pursuant to various collective bargaining agreements, certain union-represented employees participate in multiemployer pension plans.
The following table provides a reconciliation of benefit obligations and plan assets of the Company’s pension plans and postretirement benefit plans (in millions):
PensionPostretirement
2024202320242023
Change in Projected Benefit Obligations
Benefit obligations at beginning of year$137 $134 $$
Interest cost— — 
Plan settlements(7)— — — 
Benefits paid— (7)— — 
Actuarial (gain) loss(4)— — 
Benefit obligations at end of year$133 $137 $1 $1 
Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year$119 $113 $— $— 
Actual return on plan assets— — 
Employer contribution— — 
Plan settlements(7)— — — 
Benefits paid— (7)— — 
Fair value of plan assets at end of year$118 $119 $ $ 
Funded Status$(15)$(18)$(1)$(1)
Accumulated benefit obligations$133 $137 

PensionPostretirement
2024202320242023
Amounts Recognized in Balance Sheet
Other long-term liabilities$(15)$(18)$(1)$(1)
Net amount recognized$(15)$(18)$(1)$(1)
Amounts Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss
Net actuarial (loss) gain$(18)$(19)$— $
Net amount recognized$(18)$(19)$ $1 
Weighted‑Average Assumptions Used to Determine Projected Benefit Obligations
Discount rate5.5 %5.1 %5.5 %5.1 %
Average rate of increase in compensation— %— %— %— %
Interest credit rate3.8 %3.8 %— %— %
Initial healthcare cost trend rateN/AN/A6.9 %6.1 %
Ultimate healthcare cost trend rateN/AN/A4.0 %4.0 %
The benefit obligations and fair value of plan assets for the Company’s qualified and non-qualified pension and postretirement plans with projected benefit obligations or accumulated benefit obligations in excess of plan assets are as follows (in millions):
 PensionPostretirement
 2024202320242023
Plans with Benefit Obligations in Excess of Plan Assets
Projected benefit obligations$133 $137 $$
Accumulated benefit obligations133 137 — — 
Fair value of plan assets118 119 — — 

The following table sets forth the net periodic pension cost (benefit) (in millions):
Years Ended December 31,
202420232022
Components of Net Periodic Pension Cost (Benefit)
Interest cost$$$
Expected return on plan assets(6)(3)(6)
Net amortization of actuarial net loss— 
Settlement loss— 
Net periodic pension cost (benefit)$$$
Weighted‑Average Assumptions Used to Determine Net Periodic Pension Cost (Benefit)
Discount rate5.1 %5.4 %2.7 %
Expected return on assets6.3 %6.0 %4.6 %
Average rate of increase in compensation— %— %— %
Interest credit rate3.8 %3.8 %3.8 %

The net periodic postretirement cost was immaterial in 2024, 2023 and 2022.

The discount rate reflects the rate the Company would have to pay to purchase high-quality investments that would provide cash sufficient to settle its current pension obligations. The discount rate is determined based on a range of factors, including the rates of return on high-quality, fixed-income corporate bonds and the related expected duration of the obligations. The discount rate for the Plan is based on the rate from the Mercer Pension Discount Curve-Above Mean Yield that is appropriate for the duration of the obligations. The discount rate used to measure the pension obligation at the end of the year is also used to measure pension cost in the following year.

The expected return on plan assets for the U.S. qualified plan is based on expected future investment returns considering the target investment mix of plan assets. It reflects the average rate of earnings expected on the funds invested, or to be invested, to provide for the benefits included in the projected benefit obligations. In determining the expected long-term rate of return on plan assets, the Company considers the relative weighting of plan assets, the historical performance of total plan assets and individual asset classes and economic and other indicators of future performance.

There was no average rate of increase in compensation for 2024, 2023 or 2022 as there are no longer any employees in the Plan accruing benefits.

The ultimate healthcare cost trend rates for the postretirement benefit plans are expected to be reached in 2049.
Plan Assets

The Company has a long-term investment outlook for its Plan assets, which is consistent with the long-term nature of the Plan's respective liabilities.

The Plan currently has a target asset allocation of 25% equity, 65% fixed income, and 10% in real assets. The equity portion of the assets are invested in a diversified public equity fund, including domestic and international holdings, that is both actively and passively managed. The fixed income portion of the assets are primarily invested in passively managed government bonds, actively managed treasury bond portfolios, and actively managed intermediate duration corporate credit fund. Additionally, monies are invested in corporate credit, securitized bonds, emerging market debt and other opportunistic bonds that are both public and private. The real assets portion of the assets are in an actively managed fund which allocates to both public and private real estate, infrastructure, and natural resources. A modest amount of cash is maintained to facilitate payment of benefits and plan expenses.

The fair value measurements of most plan assets are based upon significant other observable inputs (Level 2), except for the high yield mutual fund and cash which are based upon quoted market prices in active markets for identical assets (Level 1). The following represents the Company's pension plan assets (in millions):
Asset CategoryDecember 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Cash$$
Equity Securities:
U.S. Large Cap17 13 
U.S. Mid Cap
International Developed12 
International Emerging Markets
Fixed Income Securities:
U.S. Treasuries40 23 
Corporate Bonds17 38 
Government Bonds
Municipal Bonds— 
Mortgage-Backed Securities
Asset-Backed Securities
Bank Loans— 
Preferreds— 
Other17 
Total fair value of pension plan assets$118 $119 

Estimated Future Benefit Payments

The following table presents estimated future benefit payments (in millions):
PensionPostretirement
2025$$— 
202611 — 
202712 — 
202813 — 
202914 — 
2030-203470 — 
$129 $ 
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Stock-Based Compensation
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Share-Based Payment Arrangement [Abstract]  
Stock-Based Compensation Stock-Based Compensation
On May 17, 2018, the Herc Holdings Inc. 2018 Omnibus Incentive Plan (the "2018 Omnibus Plan") was approved and provides for grants of both equity and cash awards, including non-qualified stock options, incentive stock options, stock appreciation rights, performance awards (shares and units), restricted awards (shares and units) and deferred stock units to key executives, employees, non-management directors and non-employee consultants. The total number of common shares authorized for issuance under the 2018 Omnibus Plan is 2,200,000, of which approximately 1,140,000 remains available as of December 31, 2024 for future incentive awards.

Stock-based compensation awards are measured on their grant date using a fair value method and are recognized in the statement of operations over the requisite service period. The Company's stock-based compensation expense is included in “Selling, general and administrative” expense in the Company's consolidated statements of operations.

The following table summarizes the expenses and associated income tax benefits recognized (in millions):
 Years Ended December 31,
 202420232022
Compensation expense$17 $18 $27 
Income tax benefit(4)(5)(7)
Total$13 $13 $20 

As of December 31, 2024, there was $16 million of total unrecognized compensation cost related to non-vested restricted stock units ("RSUs") and performance stock units ("PSUs"). The total unrecognized compensation cost is expected to be recognized over the remaining 1.4 years, on a weighted average basis, of the requisite service period that began on the grant dates.

Stock Options

All stock options granted had a per-share exercise price of not less than the fair market value of one share of common stock on the grant date. Stock options vested based on a minimum period of service or the occurrence of events (such as a change in control, as defined in the 2018 Omnibus Plan). No stock options were exercisable after ten years from the grant date. There were no stock options granted during 2024, 2023 or 2022.

A summary of option activity is presented below.
Options
Weighted
Average
Exercise
Price
Weighted
Average
Remaining
Contractual
Term (Years)
Aggregate Intrinsic
Value (in millions of dollars)
Outstanding at December 31, 2023
14,484 $64.96 
Granted— — 
Exercised(14,484)64.96 
Forfeited or expired— — 
Outstanding at December 31, 2024
 $ 
Expected to Vest at December 31, 2024
— $— — $— 
Exercisable at December 31, 2024
 $ — $— 

Additional information pertaining to stock option activity is as follows (in millions):
Years Ended December 31,
202420232022
Aggregate intrinsic value of stock options exercised$$$
Cash received from the exercise of stock options — 
Tax benefit realized on exercise of stock options— — 
Performance Stock Units

PSUs will vest based on the achievement of pre-determined performance goals over performance periods determined by the Company's Compensation Committee. Each of the units granted represent the right to receive one share of the Company's common stock on a specified future date. Compensation expense for PSUs is based on the grant date fair value and is recognized ratably over the approved vesting period. In addition to the service vesting condition, the PSUs have an additional vesting condition which stipulates the number of units to be awarded being based on the achievement of certain performance measures over the applicable measurement period and can range from 0% to 200% of the target.

A summary of the PSU activity is presented below.
Units
Weighted
Average Grant Date
Fair Value
Nonvested at December 31, 2023
188,758 $123.21 
Granted68,848 148.01 
Vested(153,169)77.10 
Performance change70,509 77.10 
Forfeited(873)129.16 
Nonvested at December 31, 2024
174,073 $154.89 

The weighted average per share grant-date fair values of PSUs granted during 2024, 2023 and 2022 were $148.01, $155.80 and $164.43, respectively. The total fair value of PSUs that vested during 2024, 2023 and 2022 were $12 million, $13 million and $5 million, respectively.

Almost all PSUs granted in 2024, 2023 and 2022 include vesting conditions based on the achievement of the Company's return on invested capital ("ROIC") and average rental adjusted EBITDA performance measured over a three-year period starting from the year of grant.

Restricted Stock Units

RSUs granted under the 2018 Omnibus Plan will vest based on a minimum period of service or the occurrence of events (such as a change in control, as defined in the 2018 Omnibus Plan) specified by the Compensation Committee. Compensation expense for RSUs is based on the grant date fair value and is recognized ratably over the vesting period which generally ranges from one year to three years.

A summary of the RSU activity is presented below.
UnitsWeighted
Average Grant Date
Fair Value
Nonvested at December 31, 2023
200,139 $123.82 
Granted108,138 152.88 
Vested(81,543)125.03 
Forfeited(2,353)150.68 
Nonvested at December 31, 2024
224,381 $137.10 

The weighted average per share grant date fair values of RSUs granted during 2024, 2023 and 2022 were $152.88, $150.58 and $155.68, respectively. The total fair value of RSUs that vested during 2024, 2023 and 2022 was $10 million, $9 million and $9 million, respectively.
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Income Taxes
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]  
Income Taxes Income Taxes
The components of income before income taxes for the periods were as follows (in millions):
Years Ended December 31,
202420232022
Domestic$302 $443 $426 
Foreign(11)
Income before income taxes$291 $447 $434 

The provision for income taxes consists of the following (in millions):
Years Ended December 31,
202420232022
Current:
Federal$$— $— 
Foreign
State and local15 
Total current21 11 20 
Deferred:
Federal63 86 82 
Foreign(6)(1)— 
State and local
Total deferred59 89 84 
Total income tax provision$80 $100 $104 

The principal items of the U.S. and foreign net deferred tax assets (liabilities) are as follows (in millions):
December 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Deferred tax assets:
Employee benefit plans$$
Tax credit carryforwards
Right-of-use assets230 185 
Deferred interest80 58 
Accrued expenses59 55 
Net operating loss carryforwards42 108 
Total deferred tax assets420 415 
Less: valuation allowance(5)(2)
Total net deferred tax assets415 413 
Deferred tax liabilities:
Lease liabilities(218)(179)
Prepaid expenses(4)(3)
Depreciation on tangible assets(913)(899)
Intangible assets(80)(75)
Total deferred tax liabilities(1,215)(1,156)
Net deferred tax liability$(800)$(743)
Management also records deferred tax assets for unutilized net operating loss carryforwards in various tax jurisdictions. As of December 31, 2024, a deferred tax asset of $26 million was recorded for unutilized federal net operating loss carryforwards ("NOL carryforwards"). The total federal NOL carryforwards are $136 million and have an indefinite carryforward period. State NOL carryforwards have generated a deferred tax asset of $16 million and expire over various years beginning in 2025.

As of December 31, 2024, deferred tax assets of $5 million were recorded for federal and various state tax credit carryforwards and expire in various years beginning in 2036.

In determining the valuation allowance, an assessment of positive and negative evidence was performed regarding realization of the net deferred tax assets in accordance with Topic 740. This assessment included the evaluation of scheduled reversals of deferred tax liabilities, the availability of carryforwards and estimates of projected future taxable income. Based on the assessment, as of December 31, 2024, total valuation allowances of $5 million were recorded against deferred tax assets. Although realization is not assured, the Company has concluded that it is more likely than not the remaining deferred tax assets of $415 million will be realized and as such no valuation allowance has been provided on these assets.

The income tax in the accompanying consolidated statements of operations differs from the income tax calculated by applying the statutory federal income tax rate to income before income taxes due to the following (in millions):
Years Ended December 31,
202420232022
Income tax provision at statutory rate$61 $93 $91 
Increases (decreases) resulting from:
Foreign taxes— — 
State and local income taxes, net of federal income tax10 14 
Federal and foreign permanent items(1)(1)
Change in valuation allowance— (2)— 
Goodwill impairment(a)
14 — — 
Tax credits(6)(6)(1)
All other items, net— 
Income tax provision$80 $100 $104 
(a) Relates to non-deductible goodwill impairment on Cinelease assets held for sale.

As a result of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, previously undistributed earnings from foreign subsidiaries are deemed to have been repatriated as of December 31, 2017 for federal income tax purposes. Beginning in 2018, companies are generally able to repatriate earnings from foreign subsidiaries with no U.S. federal income tax impact. As of December 31, 2024, the Company continues to assert that earnings from foreign operations are not permanently invested. The Company, as a matter of policy, looks to repatriate foreign earnings in a tax efficient manner. Many foreign jurisdictions impose taxes on distributions to other jurisdictions. Due to the variations and complexities of these laws, the Company believes it would be impractical to calculate and accrue these taxes beyond the normal earnings and profits standard for U.S. tax purposes.

As of December 31, 2024, the Company is maintaining the assertion that future earnings associated with the potential stock sale or liquidation of foreign subsidiaries are permanently reinvested. Accordingly, the Company has not recorded any deferred tax liabilities associated with these book-to-tax differences. The Company has analyzed the potential tax liability associated with these differences to be approximately $67 million.

The total cumulative amount of unrecognized tax benefits is $15 million and $12 million as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.

The Company files one or more income tax returns in the U.S. and non-U.S. jurisdictions. In the normal course of business, the Company is subject to examination by taxing authorities and open tax years span from 2014 to 2023. The Company is currently under audit for the 2014 through 2016 income tax years. Several U.S. state and non-U.S. jurisdictions are under audit. The IRS completed its audit of the Company's 2016 consolidated income tax return, in which Herc was included, and had no changes to the previously filed tax return. The Company is under audit for 2024 as part of the IRS Compliance Assurance Program. The Company does not expect any material assessments resulting from these audits.
The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has a framework to implement a global minimum corporate tax of 15% for companies with global revenues and profits above certain thresholds (referred to as "Pillar 2"), with certain aspects of Pillar 2 effective January 1, 2024 and other aspects effective January 1, 2025. While it is uncertain whether the U.S. will enact legislation to adopt Pillar 2, certain countries have adopted legislation, and other countries are in the process of introducing legislation to implement Pillar 2. We have evaluated the impact of Pillar 2 on our effective tax rate, our consolidated results of operation, financial position, and cash flows and have determined there is no impact to the Company in 2024.
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Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Equity [Abstract]  
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
The changes in the accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) balance by component (net of tax) are presented in the tables below (in millions):
Pension and Other Post-Employment BenefitsForeign Currency ItemsAccumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Balance at December 31, 2023
$(20)$(98)$(118)
Other comprehensive loss before reclassification— (25)(25)
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss— 
Net current period other comprehensive loss(25)(24)
Balance at December 31, 2024
$(19)$(123)$(142)
Pension and Other Post-Employment BenefitsForeign Currency ItemsAccumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Balance at December 31, 2022
$(24)$(105)$(129)
Other comprehensive income before reclassification10 
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss— 
Net current period other comprehensive income11 
Balance at December 31, 2023
$(20)$(98)$(118)

Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) to net income were as follows (in millions):
Years Ended December 31,
Pension and other postretirement benefit plans202420232022Statement of Operations Caption
Amortization of actuarial losses$$$— Selling, general and administrative
Settlement loss— Selling, general and administrative
Total2 1 2 
Tax provision(1)— (1)Income tax provision
Total reclassifications for the period$1 $1 $1 
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Commitments and Contingencies
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]  
Commitments and Contingencies Commitments and Contingencies
Legal Proceedings
The Company is subject to a number of claims and proceedings that generally arise in the ordinary conduct of its business. These matters include, but are not limited to, claims arising from the operation of rented equipment and workers' compensation claims. The Company does not believe that the liabilities arising from such ordinary course claims and proceedings will have a material adverse effect on the Company's consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows.
The Company has established reserves for matters where the Company believes the losses are probable and can be reasonably estimated. For matters where a reserve has not been established, the ultimate outcome or resolution cannot be predicted at this time, or the amount of ultimate loss, if any, cannot be reasonably estimated. Litigation is subject to many uncertainties and there can be no assurance as to the outcome of the individual litigated matters. It is possible that certain of the actions, claims, inquiries or proceedings, could be decided unfavorably to the Company or any of its subsidiaries involved. Accordingly, it is possible that an adverse outcome from such a proceeding could exceed the amount accrued in an amount that could be material to the Company's consolidated financial condition, results of operations or cash flows in any particular reporting period.

Off-Balance Sheet Commitments
Indemnification Obligations

In the ordinary course of business, the Company executes contracts involving indemnification obligations customary in the relevant industry and indemnifications specific to a transaction such as the sale of a business or assets or a financial transaction. These indemnification obligations might include claims relating to the following: accuracy of representations; compliance with covenants and agreements by the Company or third parties; environmental matters; intellectual property rights; governmental regulations; employment-related matters; customer, supplier and other commercial contractual relationships; condition of assets; and financial or other matters. Performance under these indemnification obligations would generally be triggered by a breach of terms of the contract or by a third-party claim. The Company regularly evaluates the probability of having to incur costs associated with these indemnification obligations and has accrued for expected losses that are probable and estimable. The types of indemnification obligations for which payments are possible include the following:

    The Spin-Off
In connection with the Spin-Off, pursuant to the separation and distribution agreement (agreements and defined terms are discussed in Note 20, "Arrangements with New Hertz"), the Company has assumed the liability for, and control of, all pending and threatened legal matters related to its equipment rental business and related assets, as well as assumed or retained liabilities, and will indemnify New Hertz for any liability arising out of or resulting from such assumed legal matters. The separation and distribution agreement also provides for certain liabilities to be shared by the parties. The Company is responsible for a portion of these shared liabilities (typically 15%), as set forth in that agreement. New Hertz is responsible for managing the settlement or other disposition of such shared liabilities. Pursuant to the tax matters agreement, the Company has agreed to indemnify New Hertz for any resulting taxes and related losses if the Company takes or fails to take any action (or permits any of its affiliates to take or fail to take any action) that causes the Spin-Off and related transactions to be taxable, or if there is an acquisition of the equity securities or assets of the Company or of any member of the Company’s group that causes the Spin-Off and related transactions to be taxable.
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Fair Value Measurements
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]  
Fair Value Measurements Fair Value Measurements
Fair value is defined as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants in the principal market or, if none exists, the most advantageous market, for the specific asset or liability at the measurement date (referred to as the "exit price"). Fair value is a market-based measurement that should be determined based upon assumptions that market participants would use in pricing an asset or liability, including consideration of nonperformance risk.

The Company assesses the inputs used to measure fair value using the three-tier hierarchy promulgated under U.S. GAAP. This hierarchy indicates the extent to which inputs used in measuring fair value are observable in the market.

Level 1: Inputs that reflect quoted prices for identical assets or liabilities in active markets that are observable.

Level 2: Inputs other than quoted prices included in Level 1 that are observable either directly or indirectly, including quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active markets; quoted prices for identical or similar assets or liabilities in markets that are not active; or model-derived valuations in which significant inputs are observable or can be derived principally from, or corroborated by, observable market data.

Level 3: Inputs that are unobservable to the extent that observable inputs are not available for the asset or liability at the measurement date and include management's judgment about assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability.
Under U.S. GAAP, entities are allowed to measure certain financial instruments and other items at fair value. The Company has not elected the fair value measurement option for any of its assets or liabilities that meet the criteria for this option. Irrespective of the fair value option previously described, U.S. GAAP requires certain financial and non-financial assets and liabilities of the Company to be measured on either a recurring basis or on a nonrecurring basis as shown in the sections that follow.

Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis

The fair value of cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable and accrued liabilities, to the extent the underlying liability will be settled in cash, approximates the carrying values because of the short-term nature of these instruments. The Company's assessment of goodwill and other intangible assets for impairment includes an assessment using various Level 2 (EBITDA multiples and discount rate) and Level 3 (forecasted cash flows) inputs. See Note 2, "Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies," for more information on the application of the use of fair value methodology.

Cash Equivalents

Cash equivalents primarily consist of money market accounts which are classified as Level 1 assets which the Company measures at fair value on a recurring basis. The Company measures the fair value of cash equivalents using a market approach based on quoted prices in active markets. The Company had $27 million and $31 million in cash equivalents at December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.

Debt Obligations

The fair values of the Company's ABL Credit Facility, AR Facility and finance lease liabilities approximated their book values as of December 31, 2024 and 2023. The fair value of the Company's 2027 Notes and 2029 Notes are estimated based on quoted market rates as well as borrowing rates currently available to the Company for loans with similar terms and average maturities (Level 2 inputs) (in millions).
December 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Nominal Unpaid Principal BalanceAggregate Fair ValueNominal Unpaid Principal BalanceAggregate Fair Value
2027 Notes$1,200 $1,182 $1,200 $1,180 
2029 Notes800 809 — 
Notes$2,000 $1,991 $1,200 $1,180 
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Earnings Per Share
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]  
Earnings Per Share Earnings Per Share
Basic earnings per share has been computed based upon the weighted average number of common shares outstanding. Diluted earnings per share has been computed based upon the weighted average number of common shares outstanding plus the effect of all potentially dilutive common stock equivalents, except when the effect would be anti-dilutive.
The following table sets forth the computation of basic and diluted earnings per share (in millions, except per share data).
Years Ended December 31,
202420232022
Basic and diluted earnings per share:
Numerator:
Net income, basic and diluted$211 $347 $330 
Denominator:  
Basic weighted average common shares28.4 28.5 29.6 
Stock options, RSUs and PSUs0.1 0.2 0.6 
Weighted average shares used to calculate diluted earnings per share28.5 28.7 30.2 
Earnings per share:
Basic$7.43 $12.18 $11.15 
Diluted$7.40 $12.09 $10.92 
Antidilutive stock options, RSUs and PSUs— 0.1 0.1 
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Arrangements with New Hertz
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Related Party Transactions [Abstract]  
Arrangements with New Hertz Arrangements with New Hertz
On June 30, 2016, the Company, in its previous form as the holding company of both the existing equipment rental operations as well as the former vehicle rental operations (in its form prior to the Spin-Off, "Hertz Holdings"), completed a spin-off (the "Spin-Off") of its global vehicle rental business through a dividend to stockholders of all of the issued and outstanding common stock of Hertz Rental Car Holding Company, Inc., which was re-named Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. ("New Hertz") in connection with the Spin-Off. New Hertz is an independent public company and continues to operate its global vehicle rental business through its operating subsidiaries including The Hertz Corporation ("THC").

In connection with the Spin-Off, the Company entered into a separation and distribution agreement (the "Separation Agreement") with New Hertz. In connection therewith, the Company also entered into various other ancillary agreements with New Hertz to effect the Spin-Off and provide a framework for its relationship with New Hertz. The following summarizes some of the most significant agreements and relationships that Herc Holdings continues to have with New Hertz.

Separation and Distribution Agreement

The Separation Agreement sets forth the Company's agreements with New Hertz regarding the principal actions taken in connection with the Spin-Off. It also sets forth other agreements that govern aspects of the Company's relationship with New Hertz following the Spin-Off including (i) the manner in which legal matters and claims are allocated and certain liabilities are shared between the Company and New Hertz; (ii) other matters including transfers of assets and liabilities, treatment or termination of intercompany arrangements and releases of certain claims between the parties and their affiliates; (iii) mutual indemnification clauses; and (iv) allocation of Spin-Off expenses between the parties. There have been no material claims or expenses incurred with respect to these agreements in any of the periods presented.

Tax Matters Agreement

The Company entered into a tax matters agreement with New Hertz that governs the parties' rights, responsibilities and obligations after the Spin-Off with respect to tax liabilities and benefits, tax attributes, tax contests and other tax matters regarding income taxes, other taxes and related tax returns.
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Segment Information
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Segment Reporting [Abstract]  
Segment Information Segment Information
Operating segments are defined as components of an entity for which separate financial information is available and that is regularly reviewed by the chief operating decision maker in deciding how to allocate resources to an individual segment and in assessing performance. The Company's Chief Operating Decision Maker (“CODM”) has been identified as its chief executive officer ("CEO").
The Company considered guidance in ASC Topic 280, Segment Reporting, and used the management approach in determining its reportable segments. The Company has determined that it has two operating segments that are aggregated into one reportable segment: equipment rental.

The equipment rental segment derives revenues from customers by renting equipment from the Company's fleet, which includes aerial, earthmoving, material handling, trucks and trailers, air compressors, compaction, lighting, trench shoring, and studio and production equipment. The Company’s broad portfolio of equipment for rent is fungible and can be deployed throughout the geographies where the Company does business.

Performance and resource allocation, particularly the amount and timing of new equipment purchases, are evaluated by the CODM using net income. Net income is also used when determining other capital allocation priorities such as completing acquisitions, paying dividends or repurchasing Company shares. Net income of the equipment rental segment is reported on the consolidated statement of operations as consolidated net income. Additionally, the measures of segment assets are reported on the consolidated balance sheet as total consolidated assets and rental equipment, which is also disclosed in Note 4, "Rental Equipment."

There are no significant segment expenses other than those presented on the consolidated statement of operations and the Company does not have intra-entity sales.

The Company generates substantially all of its equipment rental revenue in North America. For each of the last three fiscal years, revenues from external customers attributed to the U.S. and all foreign countries (primarily Canada) in total are set forth below:

Years Ended December 31,
202420232022
United States$3,314 $3,019 $2,499 
International254 263 241 
Total revenue$3,568 $3,282 $2,740 

Geographic information for long-lived assets, which consist primarily of rental equipment and property and equipment, was as follows (in millions):
December 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Total assets
United States$7,375 $6,531 
International502 530 
Total$7,877 $7,061 
Rental equipment, net
United States $3,962 $3,546 
International263 285 
Total$4,225 $3,831 
Property and equipment, net
United States$525 $436 
International29 29 
Total$554 $465 
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Schedule II - Valuation and Qualifying Accounts
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
SEC Schedule, 12-09, Valuation and Qualifying Accounts [Abstract]  
Schedule II - Valuation and Qualifying Accounts
SCHEDULE II

VALUATION AND QUALIFYING ACCOUNTS

HERC HOLDINGS INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

(In millions)

Beginning BalanceProvisionsTranslation AdjustmentsDeductionsEnding Balance
Receivables allowances:
Year to date December 31, 2024$20 $70 $— $(68)$22 
Year to date December 31, 202318 65 — (63)20 
Year to date December 31, 202214 52 — (48)18 
Tax valuation allowances:
Year to date December 31, 2024$$$— $— $
Year to date December 31, 2023— (3)
Year to date December 31, 2022— — 
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Pay vs Performance Disclosure - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Pay vs Performance Disclosure      
Net income, basic and diluted $ 211 $ 347 $ 330
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Insider Trading Arrangements - W. Mark Humphrey [Member]
3 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
shares
Dec. 31, 2024
shares
Trading Arrangements, by Individual    
Material Terms of Trading Arrangement  
On November 8, 2024, W. Mark Humphrey, our Chief Financial Officer, adopted a trading plan intended to satisfy Rule 10b5-1(c) under the Exchange Act (the “Trading Plan”). The Trading Plan provides for the potential sale of (1) up to 852 shares of Herc Holdings Inc. common stock and (2) additional net shares acquired through vesting of restricted stock units and performance stock units between February 6, 2025 and March 13, 2025 may be sold so long as the market price of the Herc Holdings Inc. common stock satisfies certain threshold prices specified in the Trading Plan. The Trading Plan will expire on October 31, 2025, subject to early termination for certain specified events set forth in the Trading Plan.
Name W. Mark Humphrey  
Title Chief Financial Officer  
Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Adopted true  
Adoption Date November 8, 2024  
Expiration Date March 13, 2025  
Arrangement Duration 35 days  
Aggregate Available 852 852
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Insider Trading Policies and Procedures
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Insider Trading Policies and Procedures [Line Items]  
Insider Trading Policies and Procedures Adopted true
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Cybersecurity Risk Management and Strategy Disclosure
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Cybersecurity Risk Management, Strategy, and Governance [Line Items]  
Cybersecurity Risk Management Processes for Assessing, Identifying, and Managing Threats [Text Block]
Our executive management team has established an enterprise risk management (“ERM”) program, which includes an evaluation of our cybersecurity program as well as associated risks and risk mitigation strategies. Our ERM program is led by the Vice President of Internal Audit and our ERM Committee, which is comprised of members of senior management, including our CEO, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Information Officer ("CIO"), Chief Information Security Officer ("CISO") and Chief Legal Officer. Our cybersecurity policies, standards, processes and practices are integrated into our ERM program and leverage the National Institute of Standards and Technology guidelines. Generally, we seek to address cybersecurity risk through a cross-functional approach in an effort to preserve the confidentiality, security and availability of information that we collect, store and otherwise process. For a description of the risks from cybersecurity threats that could materially and adversely impact us and how they may do so, see our risk factors under Part I, Item 1A "Risk Factors—Risks Related to Our Business" of this Report.

Risk Management and Strategy
As one of the critical elements of our overall ERM approach, our cybersecurity program is focused on the following key areas:

Governance—In 2024, the Board of Directors (the "Board") assumed direct oversight of our cybersecurity program and management of the associated risks. The Board periodically receives updates regarding our cybersecurity program through meetings with and reports from our CIO and CISO (or their designees).

Our management team has established a cybersecurity crisis management team, led by our CIO and CISO, that includes other members of management depending on the origin, severity and other factors related to any cybersecurity incident identified. The cybersecurity crisis management team is responsible for communication of significant incidents to the Board and provides updates to the Board through incident resolution. Materiality of incidents are evaluated and determined by our cyber incident disclosure committee that includes certain cybersecurity crisis management team members and which may receive input from relevant stakeholders.

Operating Model—We have adopted a cross-functional operating model designed to identify, prevent, assess, manage and mitigate cybersecurity threats and incidents. We have established controls and procedures intended to promptly escalate certain cybersecurity incidents so that decisions regarding the public disclosure and reporting of such incidents can be made by the cyber incident disclosure committee in a timely manner.

Technical Safeguards—We have deployed technical safeguards that are designed to protect our information systems from cybersecurity threats, including firewalls, intrusion prevention and detection systems, anti-malware functionality and access controls. We evaluate and strive to improve upon these safeguards through vulnerability assessments and cybersecurity threat intelligence.

Incident Response and Recovery Planning—We have established and maintain an incident response program that governs our response to a cybersecurity incident from detection and initial assessments to incident resolution and recovery. We have a dedicated cybersecurity team led by our CISO that monitors our information systems for indications of cybersecurity threats and will employ our cybersecurity operational model within the incident response program promptly upon threat detection. Our incident response program is tested and evaluated on a regular basis.

Third-Party Risk Management—We maintain a risk-based approach to identifying and overseeing cybersecurity risks presented by third parties (including vendors, service providers and other external users of our systems) as well as the systems of third parties that could adversely impact our business in the event of a cybersecurity incident affecting those third-party systems.

Education and Training—We conduct mandatory training for all employees to communicate our policies and procedures regarding cybersecurity and to assist employees in learning how to identify potential cybersecurity threats.

Assessment and Testing—We engage in periodic assessments and testing of our policies and procedures that are designed to address cybersecurity threats and incidents. We use a range of activities such as audits, assessments, tabletop exercises, threat modeling, vulnerability testing and other exercises focused on evaluating the effectiveness of our cybersecurity measures and planning. On occasion, we use third parties (such as outside counsel, information security consultants, and software providers) to assist in these assessment and testing exercises.
Cybersecurity Risk Management Processes Integrated [Flag] true
Cybersecurity Risk Management Processes Integrated [Text Block] Our executive management team has established an enterprise risk management (“ERM”) program, which includes an evaluation of our cybersecurity program as well as associated risks and risk mitigation strategies. Our ERM program is led by the Vice President of Internal Audit and our ERM Committee, which is comprised of members of senior management, including our CEO, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Information Officer ("CIO"), Chief Information Security Officer ("CISO") and Chief Legal Officer. Our cybersecurity policies, standards, processes and practices are integrated into our ERM program and leverage the National Institute of Standards and Technology guidelines. Generally, we seek to address cybersecurity risk through a cross-functional approach in an effort to preserve the confidentiality, security and availability of information that we collect, store and otherwise process.
Cybersecurity Risk Management Third Party Engaged [Flag] true
Cybersecurity Risk Third Party Oversight and Identification Processes [Flag] true
Cybersecurity Risk Materially Affected or Reasonably Likely to Materially Affect Registrant [Flag] false
Cybersecurity Risk Board of Directors Oversight [Text Block]
In 2024, the Board of Directors assumed direct oversight of our cybersecurity program and management of the associated risks. The Board periodically receives presentations and reports on cybersecurity risks on a wide range of topics including recent developments, vulnerability assessments, third-party and independent reviews, the threat environment, technological trends and information security considerations. The Board also receives reports regarding cybersecurity incidents that meet established reporting thresholds through the process described above, as well as updates regarding any such incident.

The CIO and CISO are responsible for the maintenance of the incident response program that is designed to protect our information systems and information from cybersecurity threats and oversee the incident response team which responds to any cybersecurity threats or incidents in accordance with our cybersecurity incident response plan. The cybersecurity incident response team is responsible for monitoring, preventing, detecting, mitigating and remediating cybersecurity threats and incidents and reports such threats and incidents to the CISO (or other relevant stakeholders). Depending on the threat or incident level, the CISO will engage the cybersecurity crisis management team and the cyber incident disclosure committee to determine proper escalation with significant incidents being reported to the Board.
The CISO has served in various roles of increasing responsibility in information technology and information security for over 30 years and has attained several relevant professional certifications. The CIO has also served in various roles in information technology for over 25 years, including as chief information officer at another public company, and has extensive experience managing cybersecurity threats.
Cybersecurity Risk Board Committee or Subcommittee Responsible for Oversight [Text Block] he Board of Directors (the "Board") assumed direct oversight of our cybersecurity program and management of the associated risks. The Board periodically receives updates regarding our cybersecurity program through meetings with and reports from our CIO and CISO (or their designees)
Cybersecurity Risk Process for Informing Board Committee or Subcommittee Responsible for Oversight [Text Block]
Our management team has established a cybersecurity crisis management team, led by our CIO and CISO, that includes other members of management depending on the origin, severity and other factors related to any cybersecurity incident identified. The cybersecurity crisis management team is responsible for communication of significant incidents to the Board and provides updates to the Board through incident resolution. Materiality of incidents are evaluated and determined by our cyber incident disclosure committee that includes certain cybersecurity crisis management team members and which may receive input from relevant stakeholders.
Cybersecurity Risk Role of Management [Text Block]
The CIO and CISO are responsible for the maintenance of the incident response program that is designed to protect our information systems and information from cybersecurity threats and oversee the incident response team which responds to any cybersecurity threats or incidents in accordance with our cybersecurity incident response plan. The cybersecurity incident response team is responsible for monitoring, preventing, detecting, mitigating and remediating cybersecurity threats and incidents and reports such threats and incidents to the CISO (or other relevant stakeholders). Depending on the threat or incident level, the CISO will engage the cybersecurity crisis management team and the cyber incident disclosure committee to determine proper escalation with significant incidents being reported to the Board.
The CISO has served in various roles of increasing responsibility in information technology and information security for over 30 years and has attained several relevant professional certifications. The CIO has also served in various roles in information technology for over 25 years, including as chief information officer at another public company, and has extensive experience managing cybersecurity threats.
Cybersecurity Risk Management Positions or Committees Responsible [Flag] true
Cybersecurity Risk Management Positions or Committees Responsible [Text Block] he Board of Directors (the "Board") assumed direct oversight of our cybersecurity program and management of the associated risks. The Board periodically receives updates regarding our cybersecurity program through meetings with and reports from our CIO and CISO (or their designees). Our management team has established a cybersecurity crisis management team, led by our CIO and CISO, that includes other members of management depending on the origin, severity and other factors related to any cybersecurity incident identified. The cybersecurity crisis management team is responsible for communication of significant incidents to the Board and provides updates to the Board through incident resolution
Cybersecurity Risk Management Expertise of Management Responsible [Text Block] The CISO has served in various roles of increasing responsibility in information technology and information security for over 30 years and has attained several relevant professional certifications. The CIO has also served in various roles in information technology for over 25 years, including as chief information officer at another public company, and has extensive experience managing cybersecurity threats.
Cybersecurity Risk Process for Informing Management or Committees Responsible [Text Block] he Board of Directors (the "Board") assumed direct oversight of our cybersecurity program and management of the associated risks. The Board periodically receives updates regarding our cybersecurity program through meetings with and reports from our CIO and CISO (or their designees).
Our management team has established a cybersecurity crisis management team, led by our CIO and CISO, that includes other members of management depending on the origin, severity and other factors related to any cybersecurity incident identified. The cybersecurity crisis management team is responsible for communication of significant incidents to the Board and provides updates to the Board through incident resolution. Materiality of incidents are evaluated and determined by our cyber incident disclosure committee that includes certain cybersecurity crisis management team members and which may receive input from relevant stakeholders.
Cybersecurity Risk Management Positions or Committees Responsible Report to Board [Flag] true
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Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies (Policies)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Accounting Policies [Abstract]  
Basis of Presentation
Basis of Presentation

The Company prepares its consolidated financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America ("U.S. GAAP"). The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements and footnotes. Actual results could differ materially from those estimates.

Significant estimates inherent in the preparation of the consolidated financial statements include receivables allowances, depreciation of rental equipment, the recoverability of long-lived assets, useful lives and impairment of long-lived tangible and intangible assets including goodwill and trade name, valuation of acquired intangible assets, pension and postretirement benefits, valuation of stock-based compensation, reserves for litigation and other contingencies and accounting for income taxes, among others.
Reclassifications
Reclassifications
Certain amounts on the balance sheet in prior years have been reclassified to conform with the presentation in the current year.
Principles of Consolidation
Principles of Consolidation
The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Herc Holdings and its wholly owned subsidiaries. In the event that the Company is a primary beneficiary of a variable interest entity, the assets, liabilities and results of operations of the variable interest entity are included in the Company's consolidated financial statements. The Company accounts for investments in joint ventures using the equity method when it has significant influence but not control and is not the primary beneficiary. All significant intercompany transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand and highly liquid investments with an original maturity of three months or less.
Concentration of Credit Risk
Concentration of Credit Risk

The Company's cash and cash equivalents are held in checking accounts, various investment grade institutional money market accounts or bank term deposits. Deposits held at banks may exceed the amount of insurance provided on such deposits. Generally, these deposits may be redeemed upon demand and are maintained with financial institutions with reputable credit and therefore bear minimal credit risk. The Company seeks to mitigate such risks by spreading the risk across multiple counterparties and monitoring the risk profiles of these counterparties. In addition, the Company has credit risk from financial
instruments used in hedging activities, when appropriate. The Company limits its exposure relating to financial instruments by diversifying the financial instruments among various counterparties, which consist of major financial institutions.
Receivables
Receivables

Receivables are stated net of allowances and represent credit extended to customers and manufacturers that satisfy defined credit criteria. The estimate of the allowance for credit losses is based on the Company's historical experience and its judgment as to the likelihood of ultimate collection. Actual receivables are written-off against the allowance for credit losses when the Company determines the balance will not be collected. Estimates for future credit memos are based on historical experience and are reflected as reductions to revenue, while the provision for credit losses for rental transactions is reflected as a component of "Selling, general and administrative expenses" in the Company's consolidated statements of operations.
Rental Equipment
Rental Equipment

Rental equipment is stated at cost, net of related discounts, with holding periods ranging from one year to 15 years. Generally, when rental equipment is acquired, the Company estimates the period that it will hold the asset, primarily based on historical measures of the amount of rental activity (e.g. equipment usage) and the targeted age of equipment at the time of disposal. The Company also estimates the residual value of the applicable rental equipment at the expected time of disposal. The residual value for rental equipment is affected by factors which include equipment age and amount of usage. Depreciation is recorded over the estimated holding period. 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 time of disposal and the estimated holding periods. Market conditions for used equipment sales can also be affected by external factors such as the economy, natural disasters, fuel prices, supply of similar used equipment, the market price for similar new equipment and incentives offered by manufacturers of new equipment. These key factors are considered when estimating future residual values and assessing depreciation rates. As a result of this ongoing assessment, the Company makes periodic adjustments to depreciation rates of rental equipment in response to changed market conditions.
Property and Equipment
Property and Equipment

Property and equipment are stated at cost and are depreciated utilizing the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the related assets. Leasehold improvements are amortized over the estimated useful lives of the related assets or leases, whichever is shorter.

Useful lives are as follows:
Buildings
8 to 33 years
Service vehicles
3 to 13 years
Machinery and equipment
1 to 15 years
Computer equipment
1 to 5 years
Furniture and fixtures
2 to 10 years
Leasehold improvementsThe lesser of the asset life or expected lease term including lease extension options.

The Company follows the practice of charging routine maintenance and repairs, including the cost of minor replacements, to maintenance expense. Costs of major replacements are capitalized and depreciated.
Leases
Leases

Leases are classified as either finance or operating at inception of the lease, with classification affecting the pattern of expense recognition in the income statement. Operating and finance leases result in the recognition of right-of-use ("ROU") assets and lease liabilities on the balance sheet. ROU assets represent the Company's right to use the leased asset for the lease term and lease liabilities represent the obligation to make lease payments. The liability is calculated as the present value of the remaining minimum lease payments for existing operating leases using either the rate implicit in the lease or, if none exists, the Company's incremental borrowing rate. Operating lease cost is recorded on a straight-line basis over the remaining lease term. Finance lease cost includes amortization of the ROU assets on a straight-line basis and interest on the lease liabilities using the effective interest method.
In certain instances, the Company may sell property and enter into an arrangement to lease the property back from the landlord. In these instances, the Company performs a sale-leaseback analysis to determine if the assets can be removed from the balance sheet. If certain criteria are met, the Company recognizes the transaction as a sale, removes the assets from its balance sheet and reflects the future lease payments as rent expense. If the criteria for sale is not met, such as available repurchase options or continuing involvement with the property, the Company is considered the owner for accounting purposes. In these instances, the Company is precluded from derecognizing the assets from its balance sheet and will continue to depreciate the assets over the expected lease term. In conjunction with these arrangements, the Company records a financing obligation equal to the cash proceeds or fair market value of the assets received from the landlord. Lease payments for these properties are recognized as interest expense and a reduction of the financing obligation using the effective interest method. At the end of the lease term, including exercise of any renewal options, the net remaining financing obligation over the net carrying value of the fixed asset will be recognized as a non-cash gain on sale of the property.
Reserves for Self-Insured Claims
Reserves for Self-Insured Claims

The obligation for public liability and property damage on self-insured equipment represents an estimate for both reported accident claims not yet paid, and claims incurred but not yet reported. The related liabilities are recorded on a non-discounted basis. Reserve requirements are based on actuarial evaluations of historical accident claim experience and trends, as well as future projections of ultimate losses, expenses, premiums and administrative costs. The adequacy of the liability is regularly monitored based on evolving accident claim history and insurance-related state legislation changes. If the Company's estimates change or if actual results differ from these assumptions, the amount of the recorded liability is adjusted to reflect these results.
Reserves for Claims
The Company is exposed to various claims relating to our business, including those for which we provide self-insurance. Claims for which we self-insure include: (i) workers compensation claims; (ii) general liability claims by third parties for injury or property damage caused by our equipment or personnel; (iii) automobile liability claims; and (iv) employee health insurance claims. These types of claims may take a substantial amount of time to resolve and, accordingly, the ultimate liability associated with a particular claim, including claims incurred but not reported as of a period-end reporting date, may not be known for an extended period of time. The Company's methodology for developing self-insurance reserves is based on management estimates and independent third party actuarial estimates. The estimation process considers, among other matters, the cost of known claims over time, cost inflation and incurred but not reported claims. These estimates may change based on, among other things, changes in the Company's claim history or receipt of additional information relevant to assessing the claims and the amount of the recorded liability is adjusted to reflect these changes. The long-term portion of our self-insurance reserves is included in "Other long-term liabilities" in the consolidated balance sheet.
Defined Benefit Pension Plans and Other Employee Benefits
Defined Benefit Pension Plans and Other Employee Benefits

The Company's employee pension costs and obligations are developed from actuarial valuations. Inherent in these valuations are key assumptions, including discount rates, salary growth, long-term return on plan assets, retirement rates, mortality rates and other factors. The selection of assumptions is based on historical trends and known economic and market conditions at the time of valuation, as well as independent studies of trends performed by actuaries. However, actual results may differ substantially from the estimates that were based on the assumptions. The Company uses a December 31 measurement date for all of the plans.
Actual results that differ from the Company's assumptions are accumulated and amortized over future periods and, therefore, generally affect its recognized expense in such future periods. While management believes that the assumptions used are appropriate, significant differences in actual experience or significant changes in assumptions would affect the Company's pension costs and obligations.
Foreign Currency Translation and Transactions
Foreign Currency Translation and Transactions

Assets and liabilities of international subsidiaries whose functional currency is the local currency are translated at the rate of exchange in effect on the balance sheet date; income and expenses are translated at the average exchange rates throughout the year. The related translation adjustments are reflected in “Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)” in the equity section of the Company's consolidated balance sheets. Foreign currency gains and losses resulting from transactions are included in earnings.
Business Combinations
Business Combinations

The Company has made multiple acquisitions and may continue to make acquisitions in the future. The assets acquired and liabilities assumed are recorded based on their respective fair values at the date of acquisition. Long-lived assets (principally rental equipment), goodwill and other intangible assets generally represent the largest components of the acquisitions. Rental equipment is valued utilizing either a cost or market approach, or a combination of these methods, depending on the asset being valued and the availability of market data. The intangible assets that the Company has acquired are non-compete agreements, customer relationships, and trade names and associated trademarks. The estimated fair values of these intangible assets reflect various assumptions about discount rates, revenue growth rates, operating margins, terminal values, useful lives and other prospective financial information. Goodwill is calculated as the excess of the cost of the acquired entity over the net of the fair value of the assets acquired and the liabilities assumed. Non-compete agreements, customer relationships, and trade names and associated trademarks are valued based on an excess earnings or income approach based on projected cash flows and may be amortized over the useful life if they are determined to be finite-lived intangible assets. Determining the fair value of the assets and liabilities acquired is judgmental in nature and can involve the use of significant estimates and assumptions.

As part of an acquisition, the Company will also acquire other assets and assume liabilities. These other assets and liabilities typically include, but are not limited to, parts inventory, accounts receivable, accounts payable and other working capital items. Because of their short-term nature, the fair values of these other assets and liabilities generally approximate the book values on the acquired entities' balance sheets.
Goodwill and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets
Goodwill and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets

On an annual basis and at interim periods when circumstances require, the Company tests the recoverability of its goodwill. The analysis is conducted as of October 1 each year. The Company has two reporting units and compares the carrying value of its reporting units to the fair value. If the carrying value of the reporting unit is greater than its fair value, the Company recognizes an impairment charge for the amount equal to that excess.

The Company may first assess qualitative factors to determine whether it is more-likely-than-not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount as a basis for determining whether it is necessary to perform the quantitative goodwill impairment test. If a quantitative impairment test is performed, the fair value of the reporting unit is estimated using a combination of an income approach on the present value of estimated future cash flows and a market approach based on published earnings multiples of comparable entities with similar operations and economic characteristics as well as acquisition multiples paid in recent transactions. The Company’s discounted cash flows are based upon reasonable and appropriate assumptions, which are weighted for their likely probability of occurrence, about the underlying business activities of the Company.

Indefinite-lived intangible assets, primarily the Company's trade name, are not amortized but are evaluated annually for impairment and whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of this asset may exceed its fair value. If the carrying value of an indefinite-lived intangible asset exceeds its fair value, an impairment charge is recognized in an amount equal to that excess.
Finite-Lived Intangible and Long-Lived Assets
Finite-Lived Intangible and Long-Lived Assets

Intangible assets include technology, customer relationships and other intangibles. Intangible assets with finite lives are amortized over the estimated economic lives of the assets, which range from five to 14 years. These assets are primarily amortized using the straight-line method, however, certain assets may be amortized using an accelerated method that reflects the economic benefit to the Company. Long-lived assets, including intangible assets with finite lives, are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of such assets may not be recoverable. 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.

Long-lived assets, or disposal groups comprising assets and liabilities, that are expected to be recovered primarily through sale rather than through continuing use are classified as assets held for sale. Upon designation as an asset held for sale, the carrying value of each long-lived asset or disposal group is recorded at the lower of its carrying value or its estimated fair value, less estimated costs to sell, and depreciation expense is no longer recorded.
Revenue Recognition
Revenue Recognition

The Company is principally engaged in the business of renting equipment. Ancillary to the Company’s principal equipment rental business, the Company also sells used rental equipment, new equipment and parts and supplies and offers certain services to support its customers.
The Company’s rental transactions are accounted for under ASC Topic 842, Leases, ("Topic 842"). Equipment rental revenue includes revenue generated from renting equipment to customers, including re-rent revenue, and is recognized on a straight-line basis over the length of the rental contract. Other equipment rental revenues include fees for the Company's rental protection program and environmental charges and are recognized on a straight-line basis over the length of the rental contract.
The Company’s sale of rental and new equipment, parts and supplies along with certain services provided to customers are recognized under ASC Topic 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers, ("Topic 606"). The Company recognizes revenue when it satisfies a performance obligation by transferring control over a product or service to a customer. The amount of revenue recognized reflects the consideration the Company expects to be entitled to in exchange for such products or services.
Stock Based Compensation
Stock Based Compensation

Under the Company's stock based compensation plans, certain employees and members of the Company's board of directors have received grants of restricted stock units, performance stock units and stock options for Herc Holdings common stock.

The Company measures the cost of employee services received in exchange for an award of equity instruments based on the grant date fair value of the award. That cost is recognized over the period during which the employee is required to provide service in exchange for the award. The Company estimates the fair value of stock options issued at the date of grant using a Black-Scholes option-pricing model, which includes assumptions related to volatility, expected term, dividend yield and risk-free interest rate.

The Company accounts for restricted stock unit and performance stock unit awards as equity classified awards. For restricted stock units, the expense is based on the grant date fair value of the stock and the number of shares that vest, recognized over the service period. For performance stock units, the expense is based on the grant date fair value of the stock, recognized over a service period depending upon the applicable performance condition. For performance stock units, the Company re-assesses the probability of achieving the applicable performance condition each reporting period and adjusts the recognition of expense accordingly.
Income Taxes
Income Taxes

The Company applies the provisions of ASC Topic 740, Income Taxes, ("Topic 740"), and computes the provision for income taxes on a Separate Return Basis. Under Topic 740, deferred tax assets and liabilities are determined based on differences
between the financial statement carrying amounts and tax bases of assets and liabilities and are measured using the enacted tax rates that are expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect of a change in tax rates is recognized in the statement of operations in the period that includes the enactment date. The Company records valuation allowances to reduce its deferred tax assets by the amount that is more likely than not to be realized. Subsequent changes to enacted tax rates and changes in the interpretations thereof will result in deferred taxes and changes to any related valuation allowances. Provisions are not made for income taxes on undistributed earnings of international subsidiaries that are intended to be indefinitely reinvested outside of the United States or are expected to be remitted free of taxes. Future distributions, if any, from these international subsidiaries to the United States or changes in U.S. tax rules may require a charge to reflect tax on these amounts.

In accordance with Topic 740, the Company recognizes, in its consolidated financial statements, the impact of the Company's tax positions that are more likely than not to be sustained upon examination. The Company will determine whether it is more likely than not that a tax position will be sustained upon examination, including resolution of any related appeals or litigation processes, based on the technical merits of the position. In evaluating whether a tax position has met the more-likely-than-not recognition threshold, the Company presumes that the position will be examined by the appropriate taxing authority with full knowledge of all relevant information. Upon determination that a tax position meets the more-likely-than-not recognition threshold, it is measured to determine the amount of benefit to recognize in the financial statements. The Company recognizes interest and penalties for uncertain tax positions in income tax expense.
Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements
Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements

Adopted

Improvements to Reportable Segment Disclosures

In November 2023, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2023-07, "Segment Reporting (Topic 280): Improvements to Reportable Segment Disclosures" ("ASU 2023-07"), which is intended to improve reportable segment disclosure requirements, primarily through enhanced disclosures about significant segment expenses. The Company adopted this guidance effective January 1, 2024 and has made the appropriate disclosures in Note 21, "Segment Information."

Not Yet Adopted

Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures

In December 2023, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2023-09, "Income Taxes (Topic 740): Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures" ("ASU 2023-09"), which modifies the rules on income tax disclosures to require entities to disclose (1) specific categories in the rate reconciliation, (2) the income or loss from continuing operations before income tax expense or benefit (separated between domestic and foreign) and (3) income tax expense or benefit from continuing operations (separated by federal, state and foreign). ASU 2023-09 also requires entities to disclose their income tax payments to international, federal, state and local jurisdictions, among other changes. The guidance is effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2024. Early adoption is permitted for annual financial statements that have not yet been issued or made available for issuance. ASU 2023-09 should be applied on a prospective basis, but retrospective application is permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the potential impact of adopting this new guidance on its consolidated financial statements and related disclosures.

Disaggregation of Income Statement Expenses
In November 2024, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2024-03, "Income Statement - Reporting Comprehensive Income - Expense Disaggregation Disclosures (Subtopic 220-40)" ("ASU 2024-03"), which is intended to improve the disclosures about a public entity's expenses and address requests from investors for more detailed information about the types of expenses in commonly presented expense captions. The guidance is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2026, and interim periods within fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2027. Early adoption is permitted for annual financial statements that have not yet been issued or made available for issuance. ASU 2024-03 should be applied on a prospective basis, but retrospective application is permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the potential impact of adopting this new guidance on its consolidated financial statements and related disclosures.
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Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Accounting Policies [Abstract]  
Schedule of Useful Lives
Useful lives are as follows:
Buildings
8 to 33 years
Service vehicles
3 to 13 years
Machinery and equipment
1 to 15 years
Computer equipment
1 to 5 years
Furniture and fixtures
2 to 10 years
Leasehold improvementsThe lesser of the asset life or expected lease term including lease extension options.
Property and equipment consists of the following (in millions):
December 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Land and buildings$136 $131 
Service vehicles591 488 
Leasehold improvements142 122 
Machinery and equipment33 27 
Computer equipment and software16 81 
Furniture and fixtures19 18 
Construction in progress22 20 
Property and equipment, gross959 887 
Less: accumulated depreciation(405)(422)
Property and equipment, net$554 $465 
The Company leases certain of its service vehicles and office equipment under finance leases. Depreciation of assets held under finance leases is included in depreciation expense. The gross amounts of property and equipment and related depreciation recorded under finance leases, included in the table above, were as follows (in millions):
December 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Service vehicles$124 $109 
Furniture and fixtures
Finance lease assets, gross126 111 
Less: accumulated depreciation(52)(37)
Finance lease assets, net$74 $74 

The Company has entered into financing obligations to lease certain of its properties as discussed further in Note 12, "Financing Obligations." Depreciation of assets held under financing obligations is included in depreciation expense. The gross amounts of land, building and leasehold improvements and related depreciation recorded under financing obligations, included in the table above, were as follows (in millions):
December 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Land, building and leasehold improvements$72 $72 
Less: accumulated depreciation(42)(40)
Net assets under financing obligations$30 $32 
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Revenue Recognition (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Revenue from Contract with Customer [Abstract]  
Schedule of Accounting Guidance for the Company’s Revenues
The following summarizes the applicable accounting guidance for the Company’s revenues (in millions):
Years Ended December 31,
202420232022
Topic 842Topic 606TotalTopic 842Topic 606TotalTopic 842Topic 606Total
Revenues:
Equipment rental$2,862 $— $2,862 $2,577 $— $2,577 $2,284 $— $2,284 
Other rental revenue:
Delivery and pick-up— 213 213 — 188 188 — 170 170 
Other114 — 114 105 — 105 98 — 98 
Total other rental revenues114 213 327 105 188 293 98 170 268 
Total equipment rentals2,976 213 3,189 2,682 188 2,870 2,382 170 2,552 
Sales of rental equipment— 311 311 — 346 346 — 125 125 
Sales of new equipment, parts and supplies— 37 37 — 38 38 — 36 36 
Service and other revenues— 31 31 — 28 28 — 27 27 
Total revenues$2,976 $592 $3,568 $2,682 $600 $3,282 $2,382 $358 $2,740 
Schedule of Disaggregation of Revenue
The Company sells its used rental equipment, new equipment, parts and supplies. Revenues recorded for each category are as follows (in millions):
Years Ended December 31,
202420232022
Sales of rental equipment$311 $346 $125 
Sales of new equipment12 14 
Sales of parts and supplies25 24 28 
Total$348 $384 $161 
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Rental Equipment (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Rental Equipment [Abstract]  
Schedule of Rental Equipment
Rental equipment consists of the following (in millions):
December 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Rental equipment$6,423 $5,785 
Less: Accumulated depreciation(2,198)(1,954)
Rental equipment, net$4,225 $3,831 
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Property and Equipment (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]  
Schedule of Property and Equipment
Useful lives are as follows:
Buildings
8 to 33 years
Service vehicles
3 to 13 years
Machinery and equipment
1 to 15 years
Computer equipment
1 to 5 years
Furniture and fixtures
2 to 10 years
Leasehold improvementsThe lesser of the asset life or expected lease term including lease extension options.
Property and equipment consists of the following (in millions):
December 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Land and buildings$136 $131 
Service vehicles591 488 
Leasehold improvements142 122 
Machinery and equipment33 27 
Computer equipment and software16 81 
Furniture and fixtures19 18 
Construction in progress22 20 
Property and equipment, gross959 887 
Less: accumulated depreciation(405)(422)
Property and equipment, net$554 $465 
The Company leases certain of its service vehicles and office equipment under finance leases. Depreciation of assets held under finance leases is included in depreciation expense. The gross amounts of property and equipment and related depreciation recorded under finance leases, included in the table above, were as follows (in millions):
December 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Service vehicles$124 $109 
Furniture and fixtures
Finance lease assets, gross126 111 
Less: accumulated depreciation(52)(37)
Finance lease assets, net$74 $74 

The Company has entered into financing obligations to lease certain of its properties as discussed further in Note 12, "Financing Obligations." Depreciation of assets held under financing obligations is included in depreciation expense. The gross amounts of land, building and leasehold improvements and related depreciation recorded under financing obligations, included in the table above, were as follows (in millions):
December 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Land, building and leasehold improvements$72 $72 
Less: accumulated depreciation(42)(40)
Net assets under financing obligations$30 $32 
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Business Combinations (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Business Combination, Asset Acquisition, and Joint Venture Formation [Abstract]  
Schedule of Purchase Price Allocation and Fair value and Useful Lives - 2021
The following table summarizes the purchase price allocation of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed (in millions):
Accounts receivable$15 
Rental equipment129 
Property and equipment9
Intangibles(a)
65
Total identifiable assets acquired218
Current liabilities1
Net identifiable assets acquired217
Goodwill(b)
56
Net assets acquired$273 
(a) The following table reflects the fair values and useful lives of the acquired intangible assets identified (in millions):
OtayLife (years)
Customer relationships$61 14
Non-compete agreements5
Total acquired intangible assets$65 
(b) The level of goodwill that resulted from the acquisition is primarily reflective of operational synergies that the Company expects to achieve that are not associated with identifiable assets, the value of Otay's assembled workforce and new customer relationships expected to arise from the acquisition. All of the goodwill is expected to be deductible for income tax purposes.
Schedule of Pro Forma Supplementary Data
The unaudited pro forma supplementary data presented in the table below (in millions) gives effect to the acquisition of Otay as if it had been included in the Company's condensed consolidated results for the entire period reflected. The unaudited pro forma supplementary data is provided for informational purposes only and is not indicative of the Company's results of operations had the acquisitions been included for the period presented, nor is it indicative of the Company's future results.
Year Ended December 31, 2024Year Ended December 31, 2023
HercOtayTotalHercOtayTotal
Historic/pro forma total revenues3,568 $41 $3,609 $3,282 $73 $3,355 
Historic/combined pretax income291 295 447 10 457 
Pro forma adjustments to consolidated pretax income:
Impact of fair value adjustments/useful life changes on depreciation(a)
Intangible asset amortization(b)
(5)(5)(8)(8)
Interest expense(c)
(10)(10)(18)(18)
Elimination of historic interest(d)
Elimination of merger related costs(e)
— — 
Pro forma pretax income$288 $439 
(a) Depreciation of rental equipment was adjusted for the fair value at acquisition and changes in useful lives of equipment acquired.
(b) Intangible asset amortization was adjusted to include amortization of the acquired intangible assets.
(c) As discussed above, the Company funded the Otay acquisition primarily using drawings on its senior secured asset-based revolving credit facility. Interest expense was adjusted to reflect interest on such borrowings.
(d) Historic interest on debt that is not part of the combined entity was eliminated.
(e) Merger related direct costs primarily comprised of financial and legal advisory fees associated with the Otay acquisition were eliminated as they were assumed to have been recognized prior to the pro forma acquisition date.
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Goodwill and Intangible Assets (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]  
Schedule of Goodwill
The following summarizes the Company's goodwill (in millions):
Years Ended December 31,
20242023
Balance at the beginning of the period:
Goodwill, gross$1,154 $1,088 
Accumulated impairment losses(671)(669)
Goodwill483 419 
   Goodwill classified as held for sale— (65)
Additions190 128 
Currency translation(3)
Balance at the end of the period:
Goodwill, gross1,334 1,154 
Accumulated impairment losses(664)(671)
Goodwill$670 $483 
Schedule of Intangible Assets, Net (Finite Lived)
Intangible assets, net, consisted of the following major classes (in millions):
 December 31, 2024
 Gross Carrying AmountAccumulated AmortizationNet Carrying Value
Finite-lived intangible assets:  
Customer-related and non-compete agreements$382 $(106)$276 
Internally developed software(a)
39 (14)25 
Total421 (120)301 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets: 
Trade name271 — 271 
Total intangible assets, net$692 $(120)$572 
(a) Includes capitalized costs of $14 million yet to be placed into service.
 December 31, 2023
 Gross Carrying
Amount
Accumulated
Amortization
Net Carrying Value
Finite-lived intangible assets:  
Customer-related and non-compete agreements$248 $(69)$179 
Internally developed software(a)
64 (47)17 
Total312 (116)196 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets: 
Trade name271 — 271 
Total intangible assets, net$583 $(116)$467 
(a) Includes capitalized costs of $3 million yet to be placed into service.
Schedule of Intangible Assets, Net (Indefinite-Lived)
Intangible assets, net, consisted of the following major classes (in millions):
 December 31, 2024
 Gross Carrying AmountAccumulated AmortizationNet Carrying Value
Finite-lived intangible assets:  
Customer-related and non-compete agreements$382 $(106)$276 
Internally developed software(a)
39 (14)25 
Total421 (120)301 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets: 
Trade name271 — 271 
Total intangible assets, net$692 $(120)$572 
(a) Includes capitalized costs of $14 million yet to be placed into service.
 December 31, 2023
 Gross Carrying
Amount
Accumulated
Amortization
Net Carrying Value
Finite-lived intangible assets:  
Customer-related and non-compete agreements$248 $(69)$179 
Internally developed software(a)
64 (47)17 
Total312 (116)196 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets: 
Trade name271 — 271 
Total intangible assets, net$583 $(116)$467 
(a) Includes capitalized costs of $3 million yet to be placed into service.
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Assets Held for Sale (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Discontinued Operations and Disposal Groups [Abstract]  
Schedule of Assets and Liabilities Held for Sale
The following table summarizes the assets and liabilities held for sale (in millions):

December 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Assets held for sale:
Cash and cash equivalents$— $
Receivables
Other current assets11 12 
Total current assets held for sale$17 $21 
Rental equipment, net$124 $183 
Property and equipment, net23 34 
Right-of-use lease assets47 75 
Intangible assets, net
Goodwill— 65 
Other long-term assets24 47 
Total long-term assets held for sale$220 $408 
Liabilities held for sale:
Current maturities of operating lease liabilities$$
Accounts payable
Accrued liabilities
Total current liabilities held for sale$15 $19 
Operating lease liabilities$60 $68 
Total long-term liabilities held for sale$60 $68 
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Leases (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Leases [Abstract]  
Schedule of Components of Lease Expense
The components of lease expense consist of the following (in millions):
Years Ended December 31,
Classification20242023
Operating lease cost(a)
Direct operating$158 $132 
Finance lease cost:
Amortization of ROU assetsDepreciation and amortization16 14 
Interest on lease liabilitiesInterest expense, net
Sublease incomeEquipment rental revenue(77)(61)
Net lease cost$100 $87 
(a) Includes short-term leases of $62 million and $52 million for the year ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively, and variable lease costs of $6 million and $3 million for the year ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
Schedule of Balance sheet Information Related to Leases
Balance sheet information related to leases consists of the following (in millions):
ClassificationDecember 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Assets
Operating lease ROU assetsRight-of-use assets$852 $665 
Finance lease ROU assets
Property and equipment, net(a)
74 74 
Total leased assets$926 $739 
Liabilities
Current:
OperatingCurrent maturities of operating lease liabilities$39 $37 
FinanceCurrent maturities of long-term debt and financing obligations17 15 
Non-current:
OperatingOperating lease liabilities842 646 
FinanceLong-term debt, net60 61 
Total lease liabilities$958 $759 
(a) Finance lease right-of-use assets are recorded net of accumulated amortization of $52 million and $37 million for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.

Years Ended December 31,
20242023
Weighted average remaining lease term:
Operating leases17.116.8
Finance leases5.15.4
Weighted average discount rate:
Operating leases4.31 %3.95 %
Finance leases4.29 %4.01 %
Schedule of Cash Flow Information Related to Leases
Cash flow information related to leases consists of the following (in millions):
Years Ended December 31,
20242023
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities:
Operating cash flows from operating leases$51 $49 
Operating cash flows from finance leases
Financing cash flows from finance leases16 12 
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for lease obligations:
Operating leases300 291 
Finance leases17 24 
Schedule of Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, Maturity
Maturities of lease liabilities are as follows (in millions):
Operating LeasesFinance Leases
2025$76 $20 
202682 18 
202778 14 
202875 13 
202972 11 
Thereafter942 11 
Total lease payments1,325 87 
Less: Interest(444)(10)
Present value of lease liabilities$881 $77 
Schedule of Finance Lease, Liability, Maturity
Maturities of lease liabilities are as follows (in millions):
Operating LeasesFinance Leases
2025$76 $20 
202682 18 
202778 14 
202875 13 
202972 11 
Thereafter942 11 
Total lease payments1,325 87 
Less: Interest(444)(10)
Present value of lease liabilities$881 $77 
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Accrued Liabilities (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Payables and Accruals [Abstract]  
Schedule of Accrued Liabilities
Accrued liabilities consists of the following (in millions):
December 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Accrued compensation and benefit costs$58 $51 
Rebate accrual43 56 
Taxes payable30 28 
Accrued interest38 37 
Customer related deferrals19 18 
Insurance reserves31 18 
Acquisition holdbacks13 
Other10 
Total accrued liabilities$239 $221 
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Debt (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]  
Schedule of Debt
The Company's debt consists of the following (in millions):
Weighted Average Effective Interest Rate at December 31, 2024
Weighted Average Stated Interest Rate at December 31, 2024
Fixed or Floating Interest RateMaturityDecember 31,
2024
December 31,
2023
Senior Notes
2027 Notes5.61%5.50%Fixed2027$1,200 $1,200 
2029 Notes6.91%6.63%Fixed2029$800 — 
Other Debt
ABL Credit FacilityN/A5.83%Floating20271,621 2,072 
AR FacilityN/A5.36%Floating2025400 345 
Finance lease liabilities4.29%N/AFixed2025-203277 76 
Unamortized Debt Issuance Costs(a)
(12)(5)
Total debt4,086 3,688 
Less: Current maturities of long-term debt(17)(15)
Long-term debt, net$4,069 $3,673 
(a)    Unamortized debt issuance costs totaling $6 million and $8 million related to the ABL Credit Facility and AR Facility (as each is defined below) as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively, are included in "Other long-term assets" in the consolidated balance sheets.
Schedule of Nominal Principal Amounts of Maturities of Debt
The nominal principal amounts of maturities of debt for each of the periods ending December 31 are as follows (in millions):
2025$17 
202616 
20273,233 
202812 
2029810 
Thereafter10 
Total$4,098 
Schedule of Borrowing Capacity and Availability on Line of Credit
After outstanding borrowings, the following was available to the Company under the ABL Credit Facility and AR Facility as of December 31, 2024 (in millions):
Remaining
Capacity
Availability Under
Borrowing Base
Limitation
ABL Credit Facility$1,845 $1,845 
AR Facility— — 
Total $1,845 $1,845 
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Financing Obligations (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Financing Obligation [Abstract]  
Schedule of Company's Financing Obligations The Company's financing obligations consist of the following (in millions):
Weighted Average Effective Interest Rate at December 31, 2024
MaturityDecember 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Financing obligations5.45%2026-2038$107 $110 
Unamortized financing issuance costs
(2)(2)
Total financing obligations105 108 
Less: Current maturities of financing obligations(4)(4)
Financing obligations, net$101 $104 
Schedule of Future Minimum Financing Payments
As of December 31, 2024, future minimum financing payments for the agreements referred to above are as follows (in millions):
2025$10 
202610 
202710 
2028
2029
Thereafter72 
Total minimum financing obligations payments120 
Obligations subject to non-cash gain on future sale of property35 
Less amount representing interest (at a weighted-average interest rate of 5.45%)
(48)
Total financing obligations$107 
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Employee Retirement Benefits (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Retirement Benefits [Abstract]  
Schedule of Reconciliation of Benefit Obligations and Plan Assets
The following table provides a reconciliation of benefit obligations and plan assets of the Company’s pension plans and postretirement benefit plans (in millions):
PensionPostretirement
2024202320242023
Change in Projected Benefit Obligations
Benefit obligations at beginning of year$137 $134 $$
Interest cost— — 
Plan settlements(7)— — — 
Benefits paid— (7)— — 
Actuarial (gain) loss(4)— — 
Benefit obligations at end of year$133 $137 $1 $1 
Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year$119 $113 $— $— 
Actual return on plan assets— — 
Employer contribution— — 
Plan settlements(7)— — — 
Benefits paid— (7)— — 
Fair value of plan assets at end of year$118 $119 $ $ 
Funded Status$(15)$(18)$(1)$(1)
Accumulated benefit obligations$133 $137 
Schedule of Amounts Recognized in Balance Sheet
PensionPostretirement
2024202320242023
Amounts Recognized in Balance Sheet
Other long-term liabilities$(15)$(18)$(1)$(1)
Net amount recognized$(15)$(18)$(1)$(1)
Amounts Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss
Net actuarial (loss) gain$(18)$(19)$— $
Net amount recognized$(18)$(19)$ $1 
Weighted‑Average Assumptions Used to Determine Projected Benefit Obligations
Discount rate5.5 %5.1 %5.5 %5.1 %
Average rate of increase in compensation— %— %— %— %
Interest credit rate3.8 %3.8 %— %— %
Initial healthcare cost trend rateN/AN/A6.9 %6.1 %
Ultimate healthcare cost trend rateN/AN/A4.0 %4.0 %
Schedule of Defined Benefit Plan Amounts Recognized in Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
PensionPostretirement
2024202320242023
Amounts Recognized in Balance Sheet
Other long-term liabilities$(15)$(18)$(1)$(1)
Net amount recognized$(15)$(18)$(1)$(1)
Amounts Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss
Net actuarial (loss) gain$(18)$(19)$— $
Net amount recognized$(18)$(19)$ $1 
Weighted‑Average Assumptions Used to Determine Projected Benefit Obligations
Discount rate5.5 %5.1 %5.5 %5.1 %
Average rate of increase in compensation— %— %— %— %
Interest credit rate3.8 %3.8 %— %— %
Initial healthcare cost trend rateN/AN/A6.9 %6.1 %
Ultimate healthcare cost trend rateN/AN/A4.0 %4.0 %
Schedule of Assumptions Used
PensionPostretirement
2024202320242023
Amounts Recognized in Balance Sheet
Other long-term liabilities$(15)$(18)$(1)$(1)
Net amount recognized$(15)$(18)$(1)$(1)
Amounts Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss
Net actuarial (loss) gain$(18)$(19)$— $
Net amount recognized$(18)$(19)$ $1 
Weighted‑Average Assumptions Used to Determine Projected Benefit Obligations
Discount rate5.5 %5.1 %5.5 %5.1 %
Average rate of increase in compensation— %— %— %— %
Interest credit rate3.8 %3.8 %— %— %
Initial healthcare cost trend rateN/AN/A6.9 %6.1 %
Ultimate healthcare cost trend rateN/AN/A4.0 %4.0 %
Schedule of Benefit Obligations in Excess of Plan Assets
The benefit obligations and fair value of plan assets for the Company’s qualified and non-qualified pension and postretirement plans with projected benefit obligations or accumulated benefit obligations in excess of plan assets are as follows (in millions):
 PensionPostretirement
 2024202320242023
Plans with Benefit Obligations in Excess of Plan Assets
Projected benefit obligations$133 $137 $$
Accumulated benefit obligations133 137 — — 
Fair value of plan assets118 119 — — 
Schedule of Net Periodic Costs
The following table sets forth the net periodic pension cost (benefit) (in millions):
Years Ended December 31,
202420232022
Components of Net Periodic Pension Cost (Benefit)
Interest cost$$$
Expected return on plan assets(6)(3)(6)
Net amortization of actuarial net loss— 
Settlement loss— 
Net periodic pension cost (benefit)$$$
Weighted‑Average Assumptions Used to Determine Net Periodic Pension Cost (Benefit)
Discount rate5.1 %5.4 %2.7 %
Expected return on assets6.3 %6.0 %4.6 %
Average rate of increase in compensation— %— %— %
Interest credit rate3.8 %3.8 %3.8 %
Schedule of Pension Plan Assets
The fair value measurements of most plan assets are based upon significant other observable inputs (Level 2), except for the high yield mutual fund and cash which are based upon quoted market prices in active markets for identical assets (Level 1). The following represents the Company's pension plan assets (in millions):
Asset CategoryDecember 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Cash$$
Equity Securities:
U.S. Large Cap17 13 
U.S. Mid Cap
International Developed12 
International Emerging Markets
Fixed Income Securities:
U.S. Treasuries40 23 
Corporate Bonds17 38 
Government Bonds
Municipal Bonds— 
Mortgage-Backed Securities
Asset-Backed Securities
Bank Loans— 
Preferreds— 
Other17 
Total fair value of pension plan assets$118 $119 
Schedule of Expected Benefit Payments
The following table presents estimated future benefit payments (in millions):
PensionPostretirement
2025$$— 
202611 — 
202712 — 
202813 — 
202914 — 
2030-203470 — 
$129 $ 
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Stock-Based Compensation (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Share-Based Payment Arrangement [Abstract]  
Schedule of Expenses and Associated Income Tax Benefits
The following table summarizes the expenses and associated income tax benefits recognized (in millions):
 Years Ended December 31,
 202420232022
Compensation expense$17 $18 $27 
Income tax benefit(4)(5)(7)
Total$13 $13 $20 
Schedule of Stock Option Activity
A summary of option activity is presented below.
Options
Weighted
Average
Exercise
Price
Weighted
Average
Remaining
Contractual
Term (Years)
Aggregate Intrinsic
Value (in millions of dollars)
Outstanding at December 31, 2023
14,484 $64.96 
Granted— — 
Exercised(14,484)64.96 
Forfeited or expired— — 
Outstanding at December 31, 2024
 $ 
Expected to Vest at December 31, 2024
— $— — $— 
Exercisable at December 31, 2024
 $ — $— 
Schedule of Additional Information Pertaining to Option Activity
Additional information pertaining to stock option activity is as follows (in millions):
Years Ended December 31,
202420232022
Aggregate intrinsic value of stock options exercised$$$
Cash received from the exercise of stock options — 
Tax benefit realized on exercise of stock options— — 
Schedule of Performance Stock Units Activity
A summary of the PSU activity is presented below.
Units
Weighted
Average Grant Date
Fair Value
Nonvested at December 31, 2023
188,758 $123.21 
Granted68,848 148.01 
Vested(153,169)77.10 
Performance change70,509 77.10 
Forfeited(873)129.16 
Nonvested at December 31, 2024
174,073 $154.89 
Schedule of Restricted Stock Units Activity
A summary of the RSU activity is presented below.
UnitsWeighted
Average Grant Date
Fair Value
Nonvested at December 31, 2023
200,139 $123.82 
Granted108,138 152.88 
Vested(81,543)125.03 
Forfeited(2,353)150.68 
Nonvested at December 31, 2024
224,381 $137.10 
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Income Taxes (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]  
Schedule of Components of Income before Income Taxes
The components of income before income taxes for the periods were as follows (in millions):
Years Ended December 31,
202420232022
Domestic$302 $443 $426 
Foreign(11)
Income before income taxes$291 $447 $434 
Schedule of Provision for Income Taxes
The provision for income taxes consists of the following (in millions):
Years Ended December 31,
202420232022
Current:
Federal$$— $— 
Foreign
State and local15 
Total current21 11 20 
Deferred:
Federal63 86 82 
Foreign(6)(1)— 
State and local
Total deferred59 89 84 
Total income tax provision$80 $100 $104 
Schedule of U.S. and Foreign Net Deferred Tax Assets (Liabilities)
The principal items of the U.S. and foreign net deferred tax assets (liabilities) are as follows (in millions):
December 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Deferred tax assets:
Employee benefit plans$$
Tax credit carryforwards
Right-of-use assets230 185 
Deferred interest80 58 
Accrued expenses59 55 
Net operating loss carryforwards42 108 
Total deferred tax assets420 415 
Less: valuation allowance(5)(2)
Total net deferred tax assets415 413 
Deferred tax liabilities:
Lease liabilities(218)(179)
Prepaid expenses(4)(3)
Depreciation on tangible assets(913)(899)
Intangible assets(80)(75)
Total deferred tax liabilities(1,215)(1,156)
Net deferred tax liability$(800)$(743)
Schedule of Statutory Federal Income Tax Rate to Income Before Income Taxes
The income tax in the accompanying consolidated statements of operations differs from the income tax calculated by applying the statutory federal income tax rate to income before income taxes due to the following (in millions):
Years Ended December 31,
202420232022
Income tax provision at statutory rate$61 $93 $91 
Increases (decreases) resulting from:
Foreign taxes— — 
State and local income taxes, net of federal income tax10 14 
Federal and foreign permanent items(1)(1)
Change in valuation allowance— (2)— 
Goodwill impairment(a)
14 — — 
Tax credits(6)(6)(1)
All other items, net— 
Income tax provision$80 $100 $104 
(a) Relates to non-deductible goodwill impairment on Cinelease assets held for sale.
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Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Equity [Abstract]  
Schedule of Changes in the Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
The changes in the accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) balance by component (net of tax) are presented in the tables below (in millions):
Pension and Other Post-Employment BenefitsForeign Currency ItemsAccumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Balance at December 31, 2023
$(20)$(98)$(118)
Other comprehensive loss before reclassification— (25)(25)
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss— 
Net current period other comprehensive loss(25)(24)
Balance at December 31, 2024
$(19)$(123)$(142)
Pension and Other Post-Employment BenefitsForeign Currency ItemsAccumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Balance at December 31, 2022
$(24)$(105)$(129)
Other comprehensive income before reclassification10 
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss— 
Net current period other comprehensive income11 
Balance at December 31, 2023
$(20)$(98)$(118)
Schedule of Reclassification from Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) to net income were as follows (in millions):
Years Ended December 31,
Pension and other postretirement benefit plans202420232022Statement of Operations Caption
Amortization of actuarial losses$$$— Selling, general and administrative
Settlement loss— Selling, general and administrative
Total2 1 2 
Tax provision(1)— (1)Income tax provision
Total reclassifications for the period$1 $1 $1 
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Fair Value Measurements (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]  
Schedule of Carrying Values and Estimated Fair Values of Debt Instruments The fair value of the Company's 2027 Notes and 2029 Notes are estimated based on quoted market rates as well as borrowing rates currently available to the Company for loans with similar terms and average maturities (Level 2 inputs) (in millions).
December 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Nominal Unpaid Principal BalanceAggregate Fair ValueNominal Unpaid Principal BalanceAggregate Fair Value
2027 Notes$1,200 $1,182 $1,200 $1,180 
2029 Notes800 809 — 
Notes$2,000 $1,991 $1,200 $1,180 
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Earnings Per Share (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]  
Schedule of Computation of Basic and Diluted Earnings Per Share
The following table sets forth the computation of basic and diluted earnings per share (in millions, except per share data).
Years Ended December 31,
202420232022
Basic and diluted earnings per share:
Numerator:
Net income, basic and diluted$211 $347 $330 
Denominator:  
Basic weighted average common shares28.4 28.5 29.6 
Stock options, RSUs and PSUs0.1 0.2 0.6 
Weighted average shares used to calculate diluted earnings per share28.5 28.7 30.2 
Earnings per share:
Basic$7.43 $12.18 $11.15 
Diluted$7.40 $12.09 $10.92 
Antidilutive stock options, RSUs and PSUs— 0.1 0.1 
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Segment Information (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Segment Reporting [Abstract]  
Schedule of Revenues from our External Customers and Geographical Information for Long-Lived Assets
The Company generates substantially all of its equipment rental revenue in North America. For each of the last three fiscal years, revenues from external customers attributed to the U.S. and all foreign countries (primarily Canada) in total are set forth below:

Years Ended December 31,
202420232022
United States$3,314 $3,019 $2,499 
International254 263 241 
Total revenue$3,568 $3,282 $2,740 

Geographic information for long-lived assets, which consist primarily of rental equipment and property and equipment, was as follows (in millions):
December 31, 2024December 31, 2023
Total assets
United States$7,375 $6,531 
International502 530 
Total$7,877 $7,061 
Rental equipment, net
United States $3,962 $3,546 
International263 285 
Total$4,225 $3,831 
Property and equipment, net
United States$525 $436 
International29 29 
Total$554 $465 
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Organization and Description of Business (Details)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
location
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]  
Number of locations 451
Number of experience 59 years
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Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies - Concentration of Credit Risk (Details) - Customer concentration risk
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Revenue Benchmark      
Concentration Risk [Line Items]      
Concentration risk, percentage 3.00% 3.00% 3.00%
Accounts Receivable      
Concentration Risk [Line Items]      
Concentration risk, percentage 5.00% 5.00%  
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Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies - Rental Equipment (Details)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Minimum  
Rental Equipment [Line Items]  
Holding period for revenue earning equipment 1 year
Maximum  
Rental Equipment [Line Items]  
Holding period for revenue earning equipment 15 years
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Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies - Schedule of Useful Lives (Details)
Dec. 31, 2024
Buildings | Minimum  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property and equipment useful life 8 years
Buildings | Maximum  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property and equipment useful life 33 years
Service vehicles | Minimum  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property and equipment useful life 3 years
Service vehicles | Maximum  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property and equipment useful life 13 years
Machinery and equipment | Minimum  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property and equipment useful life 1 year
Machinery and equipment | Maximum  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property and equipment useful life 15 years
Computer equipment | Minimum  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property and equipment useful life 1 year
Computer equipment | Maximum  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property and equipment useful life 5 years
Furniture and fixtures | Minimum  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property and equipment useful life 2 years
Furniture and fixtures | Maximum  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property and equipment useful life 10 years
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Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies - Goodwill and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets and Finite-Lived Intangible and Long-Lived Assets (Details)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
reporting_unit
Accounting Policies [Abstract]  
Number of reporting units 2
Minimum  
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]  
Estimated economic lives 5 years
Maximum  
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]  
Estimated economic lives 14 years
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Revenue Recognition - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Concentration Risk [Line Items]      
Period of time customer has to return equipment with no cancelation penalty 1 day    
Contract with customer, asset, after allowance for credit loss, current $ 17 $ 11  
Customer concentration risk | Revenue Benchmark      
Concentration Risk [Line Items]      
Concentration risk, threshold, percentage 3.00% 3.00% 3.00%
Customer concentration risk | Accounts Receivable      
Concentration Risk [Line Items]      
Concentration risk, threshold, percentage 5.00% 5.00%  
United States | Geographic Concentration Risk | Revenue Benchmark      
Concentration Risk [Line Items]      
Concentration risk, percentage 92.90% 92.00% 91.20%
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Revenue Recognition - Schedule of Accounting Guidance for the Company’s Revenues (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Topic 842 revenues $ 2,976 $ 2,682 $ 2,382
Topic 606 revenues 592 600 358
Total revenues $ 3,568 $ 3,282 $ 2,740
Operating Lease, Lease Income, Statement of Income or Comprehensive Income [Extensible Enumeration] Total revenues Total revenues Total revenues
Equipment rental, excluding other      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Topic 842 revenues $ 2,862 $ 2,577 $ 2,284
Total revenues 2,862 2,577 2,284
Delivery and pick-up      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Topic 606 revenues 213 188 170
Total revenues 213 188 170
Other      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Topic 842 revenues 114 105 98
Total revenues 114 105 98
Other rental      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Topic 842 revenues 114 105 98
Topic 606 revenues 213 188 170
Total revenues 327 293 268
Equipment rental      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Topic 842 revenues 2,976 2,682 2,382
Topic 606 revenues 213 188 170
Total revenues 3,189 2,870 2,552
Sales of rental equipment      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Topic 606 revenues 311 346 125
Total revenues 311 346 125
Sales of new equipment, parts and supplies      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Topic 606 revenues 37 38 36
Total revenues 37 38 36
Service and other revenue      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Topic 606 revenues 31 28 27
Total revenues $ 31 $ 28 $ 27
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Revenue Recognition - Schedule of Disaggregation of Revenue (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Topic 606 revenues $ 592 $ 600 $ 358
Sales of rental equipment      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Topic 606 revenues 311 346 125
Sales of new equipment      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Topic 606 revenues 12 14 8
Sales of parts and supplies      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Topic 606 revenues 25 24 28
Sales of rental equipment, New equipment, Parts and supplies      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Topic 606 revenues $ 348 $ 384 $ 161
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Rental Equipment (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Rental Equipment [Abstract]    
Rental equipment $ 6,423 $ 5,785
Less: Accumulated depreciation (2,198) (1,954)
Rental equipment, net $ 4,225 $ 3,831
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Property and Equipment - Schedule of Property and Equipment (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross $ 959 $ 887
Less: accumulated depreciation (405) (422)
Property and equipment, net 554 465
Land and buildings    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross 136 131
Service vehicles    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross 591 488
Leasehold improvements    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross 142 122
Machinery and equipment    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross 33 27
Computer equipment and software    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross 16 81
Furniture and fixtures    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross 19 18
Construction in progress    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross $ 22 $ 20
v3.25.0.1
Property and Equipment - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]      
Depreciation expense $ 82 $ 71 $ 64
v3.25.0.1
Property and Equipment - Schedule of Property and Equipment and Related Depreciation Recorded Under Finance Leases (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Finance lease assets, gross $ 126 $ 111
Less: accumulated depreciation (52) (37)
Finance lease assets, net 74 74
Service vehicles    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Finance lease assets, gross 124 109
Furniture and fixtures    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Finance lease assets, gross $ 2 $ 2
v3.25.0.1
Property and Equipment - Schedule of Gross Amounts of Land, Building and Leasehold Improvements and Related Depreciation Recorded Under Financing Obligations (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross $ 959 $ 887
Less: accumulated depreciation (405) (422)
Property and equipment, net 554 465
Land, building and leasehold improvements    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross 72 72
Less: accumulated depreciation (42) (40)
Property and equipment, net $ 30 $ 32
v3.25.0.1
Business Combinations - Narrative (Details)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 16, 2024
USD ($)
employee
location
Dec. 31, 2024
branch
company
Dec. 31, 2023
branch
company
Otay      
Business Acquisition [Line Items]      
Number of employees | employee 135    
Number of locations acquired | location 4    
Acquisition price $ 273    
Total revenue since acquisition date 35    
Earnings since acquisition date $ 6    
Series of Individually Immaterial Business Acquisitions      
Business Acquisition [Line Items]      
Number of companies | company   8 12
Number of businesses acquired, branches | branch   24 21
v3.25.0.1
Business Combinations - Schedule of Purchase Price Allocation (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2024
Jul. 16, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Business Acquisition [Line Items]        
Goodwill $ 670   $ 483 $ 419
Otay        
Business Acquisition [Line Items]        
Accounts receivable   $ 15    
Rental equipment   129    
Property and equipment   9    
Intangibles   65    
Total identifiable assets acquired   218    
Current liabilities   1    
Net identifiable assets acquired   217    
Goodwill   56    
Net assets acquired   $ 273    
v3.25.0.1
Business Combinations - Schedule of Fair Value and Useful Lives (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 16, 2024
Dec. 31, 2024
Business Acquisition [Line Items]    
Weighted average useful life   5 years
Customer relationships    
Business Acquisition [Line Items]    
Weighted average useful life   12 years 8 months 12 days
Otay    
Business Acquisition [Line Items]    
Finite-lived intangible assets acquired $ 65  
Otay | Customer relationships    
Business Acquisition [Line Items]    
Finite-lived intangible assets acquired $ 61  
Weighted average useful life 14 years  
Otay | Non-compete agreements    
Business Acquisition [Line Items]    
Finite-lived intangible assets acquired $ 4  
Weighted average useful life 5 years  
v3.25.0.1
Business Combinations - Schedule of Pro Forma Supplementary Data (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Asset Acquisition [Line Items]    
Historic/pro forma total revenues $ 3,609 $ 3,355
Historic/combined pretax income 295 457
Impact of fair value adjustments/useful life changes on depreciation 3 3
Intangible asset amortization (5) (8)
Interest expense (10) (18)
Elimination of historic interest 3 5
Elimination of merger related costs 2 0
Pro forma pretax income 288 439
Herc    
Asset Acquisition [Line Items]    
Historic/pro forma total revenues 3,568 3,282
Historic/combined pretax income 291 447
Otay    
Asset Acquisition [Line Items]    
Historic/pro forma total revenues 41 73
Historic/combined pretax income 4 10
Impact of fair value adjustments/useful life changes on depreciation 3 3
Intangible asset amortization (5) (8)
Interest expense (10) (18)
Elimination of historic interest 3 5
Elimination of merger related costs $ 2 $ 0
v3.25.0.1
Goodwill and Intangible Assets - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
12 Months Ended
Oct. 01, 2024
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]        
Goodwill impairment $ 0   $ 0  
Impairment of intangible assets (Excluding goodwill) $ 0   0  
Weighted average useful life   5 years    
Amortization of intangible assets   $ 45,000,000 $ 41,000,000 $ 31,000,000
Customer-related and non-compete agreements        
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]        
Weighted average useful life   12 years 8 months 12 days    
Intangible assets, excluding internally developed software yet to be placed into service        
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]        
2024   $ 48,000,000    
2025   41,000,000    
2026   27,000,000    
2027   24,000,000    
2028   22,000,000    
Thereafter   $ 125,000,000    
v3.25.0.1
Goodwill and Intangible Assets - Schedule of Goodwill (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Goodwill [Roll Forward]    
Goodwill, beginning of the period $ 1,154 $ 1,088
Accumulated impairment losses, beginning of the period (671) (669)
Goodwill, net, beginning of the period 483 419
Goodwill classified as held for sale 0 (65)
Additions 190 128
Currency translation (3) 1
Goodwill, end of the period 1,334 1,154
Accumulated impairment losses, end of the period (664) (671)
Goodwill, net, end of the period $ 670 $ 483
v3.25.0.1
Goodwill and Intangible Assets - Schedule of Intangible Assets (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]    
Gross Carrying Amount $ 421 $ 312
Accumulated Amortization (120) (116)
Net Carrying Value 301 196
Intangible Assets, Net (Excluding Goodwill) [Abstract]    
Total intangible assets, net 692 583
Accumulated Amortization (120) (116)
Intangible assets, net 572 467
Trade name    
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]    
Trade name 271 271
Customer-related and non-compete agreements    
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]    
Gross Carrying Amount 382 248
Accumulated Amortization (106) (69)
Net Carrying Value 276 179
Intangible Assets, Net (Excluding Goodwill) [Abstract]    
Accumulated Amortization (106) (69)
Internally developed software    
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]    
Gross Carrying Amount 39 64
Accumulated Amortization (14) (47)
Net Carrying Value 25 17
Intangible Assets, Net (Excluding Goodwill) [Abstract]    
Accumulated Amortization (14) (47)
Software development    
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]    
Net Carrying Value $ 14 $ 3
v3.25.0.1
Assets Held for Sale - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
3 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]        
Loss on assets held for sale   $ (194) $ 0 $ 0
Disposal Group, Held-for-Sale, Not Discontinued Operations        
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]        
Loss on assets held for sale $ 194      
v3.25.0.1
Assets Held for Sale - Schedule of Assets and Liabilities Held for Sale (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Assets held for sale:    
Total current assets held for sale $ 17 $ 21
Total long-term assets held for sale 220 408
Liabilities held for sale:    
Total current liabilities held for sale 15 19
Total long-term liabilities held for sale 60 68
Disposal Group, Held-for-Sale, Not Discontinued Operations    
Assets held for sale:    
Cash and cash equivalents 0 1
Receivables 6 8
Other current assets 11 12
Total current assets held for sale 17 21
Rental equipment, net 124 183
Property and equipment, net 23 34
Right-of-use lease assets 47 75
Intangible assets, net 2 4
Goodwill 0 65
Other long-term assets 24 47
Total long-term assets held for sale 220 408
Liabilities held for sale:    
Current maturities of operating lease liabilities 7 8
Accounts payable 5 6
Accrued liabilities 3 5
Total current liabilities held for sale 15 19
Operating lease liabilities 60 68
Total long-term liabilities held for sale $ 60 $ 68
v3.25.0.1
Leases - Narrative (Details) - Maximum
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items]  
Remaining lease term 23 years
Lessee, renewal term 20 years
v3.25.0.1
Leases - Schedule of Components of Lease Expense (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Leases [Abstract]    
Operating lease, cost $ 158 $ 132
Amortization of ROU assets 16 14
Interest on lease liabilities 3 2
Sublease income (77) (61)
Net lease cost 100 87
Short-term lease, cost 62 52
Variable lease, cost $ 6 $ 3
v3.25.0.1
Leases - Schedule of Balance sheet Information Related to Leases (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
ASSETS    
Operating lease ROU assets $ 852 $ 665
Finance lease, right-of-use asset, statement of financial position [extensible list] Property and equipment, net Property and equipment, net
Finance lease ROU assets $ 74 $ 74
Total leased assets 926 739
Liabilities    
Operating lease, liability, current $ 39 $ 37
Finance lease, liability, current, statement of financial position [Extensible List] Current maturities of long-term debt and financing obligations Current maturities of long-term debt and financing obligations
Finance lease, current $ 17 $ 15
Non-current:    
Operating lease, liability, noncurrent $ 842 $ 646
Finance lease, liability, noncurrent, statement of financial position [Extensible List] Long-term debt, net Long-term debt, net
Finance lease, liability, noncurrent $ 60 $ 61
Total lease liabilities 958 759
Accumulated amortization $ 52 $ 37
Weighted average remaining lease term:    
Operating leases 17 years 1 month 6 days 16 years 9 months 18 days
Finance leases 5 years 1 month 6 days 5 years 4 months 24 days
Weighted average discount rate:    
Operating leases 4.31% 3.95%
Finance leases 4.29% 4.01%
v3.25.0.1
Leases - Schedule of Cash Flow Information Related to Leases (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Leases [Abstract]      
Operating cash flows from operating leases $ 51 $ 49  
Operating cash flows from finance leases 3 2  
Financing cash flows from finance leases 16 12  
Operating leases 300 291  
Finance leases $ 17 $ 24 $ 24
v3.25.0.1
Leases - Schedule of Maturities of Operating and Financing Lease Liabilities (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Operating Leases    
2025 $ 76  
2026 82  
2027 78  
2028 75  
2029 72  
Thereafter 942  
Total lease payments 1,325  
Less: Interest (444)  
Present value of lease liabilities 881  
Finance Leases    
2025 20  
2026 18  
2027 14  
2028 13  
2029 11  
Thereafter 11  
Total lease payments 87  
Less: Interest (10)  
Present value of lease liabilities $ 77 $ 76
v3.25.0.1
Accrued Liabilities (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Payables and Accruals [Abstract]    
Accrued compensation and benefit costs $ 58 $ 51
Rebate accrual 43 56
Taxes payable 30 28
Accrued interest 38 37
Customer related deferrals 19 18
Insurance reserves 31 18
Acquisition holdbacks 13 3
Other 7 10
Total accrued liabilities $ 239 $ 221
v3.25.0.1
Debt - Schedule of Debt (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2024
Jun. 07, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Jul. 09, 2019
Debt Instrument [Line Items]        
Weighted Average Effective Interest Rate, Finance lease liabilities 4.29%   4.01%  
Finance lease liabilities $ 77   $ 76  
Unamortized debt issuance costs (12)   (5)  
Total debt 4,086   3,688  
Less: Current maturities of long-term debt (17)   (15)  
Long-term debt, net 4,069   3,673  
Senior Notes        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]        
Nominal Unpaid Principal Balance $ 2,000   1,200  
2027 Notes | Senior Notes        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]        
Weighted Average Effective Interest Rate 5.61%      
Weighted Average Stated Interest Rate 5.50%     5.50%
Nominal Unpaid Principal Balance $ 1,200   1,200  
2029 Notes | Senior Notes        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]        
Weighted Average Effective Interest Rate 6.91%      
Weighted Average Stated Interest Rate 6.63% 6.625%    
Nominal Unpaid Principal Balance $ 800   0  
ABL Credit Facility | Line of credit | Senior secured revolving credit facility        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]        
Weighted Average Stated Interest Rate 5.83%      
Nominal Unpaid Principal Balance $ 1,621   2,072  
ABL Credit Facility | Line of credit | Senior secured revolving credit facility | Other long- term assets        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]        
Debt issuance costs, line of credit arrangements, net $ 6   8  
AR Facility | Line of credit        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]        
Weighted Average Stated Interest Rate 5.36%      
Nominal Unpaid Principal Balance $ 400   $ 345  
v3.25.0.1
Debt - Schedule of Nominal Principal Amounts of Maturities of Debt (Details)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2024
USD ($)
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]  
2025 $ 17
2026 16
2027 3,233
2028 12
2029 810
Thereafter 10
Total $ 4,098
v3.25.0.1
Debt - Senior Notes - 2027 Notes (Details) - 2027 Notes - USD ($)
$ in Billions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Jul. 09, 2019
Debt instrument, redemption, period two    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Redemption price percentage 100.917%  
Debt instrument, redemption, period three    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Redemption price percentage 100.00%  
Debt instrument, redemption, period four    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Redemption price percentage 101.00%  
Debt instrument, redemption, period five    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Redemption price percentage 100.00%  
Debt instrument, redemption, period six    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Ownership percentage threshold to call debt in the event of default 30.00%  
Senior Notes    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Aggregate principal amount   $ 1.2
Stated rate 5.50% 5.50%
v3.25.0.1
Debt - Senior Notes - 2029 Notes (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Jun. 07, 2024
Debt Instrument, Redemption, Period Seven    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Ownership percentage threshold to call debt in the event of default 30.00%  
2029 Notes | Debt instrument, redemption, period one    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Debt Instrument, Redemption Price, Percentage 103.313%  
2029 Notes | Debt instrument, redemption, period two    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Debt Instrument, Redemption Price, Percentage 101.656%  
2029 Notes | Debt instrument, redemption, period three    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Debt Instrument, Redemption Price, Percentage 100.00%  
2029 Notes | Debt instrument, redemption, period four    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Debt Instrument, Redemption Price, Percentage 106.625%  
Debt Instrument, Redemption Price, Percentage of Principal Amount Redeemed 40.00%  
2029 Notes | Debt instrument, redemption, period five    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Debt Instrument, Redemption Price, Percentage 101.00%  
2029 Notes | Debt instrument, redemption, period six    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Debt Instrument, Redemption Price, Percentage 100.00%  
2029 Notes | Senior Notes    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Aggregate principal amount   $ 800
Weighted Average Stated Interest Rate 6.63% 6.625%
Debt Instrument, Redemption Price, Percentage 100.00%  
v3.25.0.1
Debt - ABL Credit Facility (Details)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Jul. 31, 2019
Dec. 31, 2024
Jul. 05, 2022
USD ($)
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Fixed charge coverage ratio, minimum   1.00  
Letter of credit | ABL Credit Facility | Line of credit      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Maximum borrowing capacity     $ 250
Revolving Credit Facility | ABL Credit Facility      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Maximum borrowing capacity     $ 3,500
Senior secured revolving credit facility | Revolving Credit Facility | Line of credit | Canadian Dealer Offered Rates      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Interest rate 1.375%    
Senior secured revolving credit facility | Revolving Credit Facility | Line of credit | SOFR      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Interest rate 0.10%    
Senior secured revolving credit facility | Revolving Credit Facility | Line of credit | Base Rate      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Interest rate 0.50%    
v3.25.0.1
Debt - Accounts Receivable Securitization Facility (Details) - USD ($)
Aug. 31, 2024
Jul. 31, 2024
AR Facility    
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Maximum borrowing capacity $ 400,000,000 $ 370,000,000
v3.25.0.1
Debt - Schedule of Borrowing Capacity and Availability on Line of Credit (Details)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2024
USD ($)
Debt Instrument [Line Items]  
Remaining Capacity $ 1,845
Availability Under Borrowing Base Limitation 1,845
AR Facility | Line of credit  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]  
Remaining Capacity 0
Availability Under Borrowing Base Limitation 0
Senior secured revolving credit facility | ABL Credit Facility | Line of credit  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]  
Remaining Capacity 1,845
Availability Under Borrowing Base Limitation $ 1,845
v3.25.0.1
Debt - Letters of Credit (Details)
Dec. 31, 2024
USD ($)
Debt Instrument [Line Items]  
Remaining Capacity $ 1,845,000,000
Letter of credit | Line of credit  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]  
Letters of credit outstanding, amount 34,000,000
Line of credit 0
Letter of credit | Line of credit | ABL Credit Facility  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]  
Remaining Capacity $ 216,000,000
v3.25.0.1
Financing Obligations - Narrative (Details)
Dec. 31, 2024
property
Financing Obligation  
Sale Leaseback Transaction [Line Items]  
Sale leaseback transaction, number of properties sold in prior years 44
v3.25.0.1
Financing Obligations - Schedule of Company's Financing Obligations (Details) - Financing Obligation - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Weighted Average Effective Interest Rate 5.45%  
Financing obligations $ 107 $ 110
Unamortized financing issuance costs (2) (2)
Total financing obligations 105 108
Less: Current maturities of financing obligations (4) (4)
Financing obligations, net $ 101 $ 104
v3.25.0.1
Financing Obligations - Schedule of Future Minimum Financing Payments (Details) - Financing Obligation
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2024
USD ($)
Sale Leaseback Transaction [Line Items]  
2025 $ 10
2026 10
2027 10
2028 9
2029 9
Thereafter 72
Total minimum financing obligations payments 120
Obligations subject to non-cash gain on future sale of property 35
Less amount representing interest (at a weighted-average interest rate of 5.45%) (48)
Total financing obligations $ 107
Weighted Average Effective Interest Rate 5.45%
v3.25.0.1
Employee Retirement Benefits - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]      
Provision for defined contribution plans $ 23 $ 20 $ 16
Defined benefit plan, actual benefit plan obligation allocations 99.00%    
Asset allocation percentage 100.00%    
Equity securities      
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]      
Asset allocation percentage 25.00%    
Fixed income securities      
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]      
Asset allocation percentage 65.00%    
Real Assets      
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]      
Asset allocation percentage 10.00%    
Qualified pension plan      
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]      
Employer contribution $ 4 $ 4 $ 0
v3.25.0.1
Employee Retirement Benefits - Schedule of Reconciliation of Benefit Obligations and Plan Assets (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Pension      
Change in Projected Benefit Obligations      
Benefit obligations at beginning of year $ 137 $ 134  
Interest cost 7 7 $ 5
Plan settlements (7) 0  
Benefits paid 0 (7)  
Actuarial (gain) loss (4) 3  
Benefit obligations at end of year 133 137 134
Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets      
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year 119 113  
Actual return on plan assets 2 9  
Employer contribution 4 4 0
Plan settlements (7) 0  
Benefits paid 0 (7)  
Fair value of plan assets at end of year 118 119 113
Funded Status (15) (18)  
Accumulated benefit obligations 133 137  
Postretirement      
Change in Projected Benefit Obligations      
Benefit obligations at beginning of year 1 1  
Interest cost 0 0  
Plan settlements 0 0  
Benefits paid 0 0  
Actuarial (gain) loss 0 0  
Benefit obligations at end of year 1 1 1
Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets      
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year 0 0  
Actual return on plan assets 0 0  
Employer contribution 0 0  
Plan settlements 0 0  
Benefits paid 0 0  
Fair value of plan assets at end of year 0 0 $ 0
Funded Status $ (1) $ (1)  
v3.25.0.1
Employee Retirement Benefits - Schedule of Amounts Recognized in Balance Sheet and Other Comprehensive Income and Assumptions Used (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Pension    
Amounts Recognized in Balance Sheet    
Other long-term liabilities $ (15) $ (18)
Net amount recognized (15) (18)
Amounts Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss    
Net actuarial (loss) gain (18) (19)
Net amount recognized $ (18) $ (19)
Weighted‑Average Assumptions Used to Determine Projected Benefit Obligations    
Discount rate 5.50% 5.10%
Average rate of increase in compensation 0.00% 0.00%
Interest credit rate 3.80% 3.80%
Postretirement    
Amounts Recognized in Balance Sheet    
Other long-term liabilities $ (1) $ (1)
Net amount recognized (1) (1)
Amounts Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss    
Net actuarial (loss) gain 0 1
Net amount recognized $ 0 $ 1
Weighted‑Average Assumptions Used to Determine Projected Benefit Obligations    
Discount rate 5.50% 5.10%
Average rate of increase in compensation 0.00% 0.00%
Interest credit rate 0.00% 0.00%
Initial healthcare cost trend rate 6.90% 6.10%
Ultimate healthcare cost trend rate 4.00% 4.00%
v3.25.0.1
Employee Retirement Benefits - Schedule of Benefit Obligations in Excess of Plan Assets (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Pension    
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]    
Projected benefit obligations $ 133 $ 137
Accumulated benefit obligations 133 137
Fair value of plan assets 118 119
Postretirement    
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]    
Projected benefit obligations 1 1
Accumulated benefit obligations 0 0
Fair value of plan assets $ 0 $ 0
v3.25.0.1
Employee Retirement Benefits - Schedule of Net Periodic Costs (Details) - Pension - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]      
Interest cost $ 7 $ 7 $ 5
Expected return on plan assets (6) (3) (6)
Net amortization of actuarial net loss 1 1 0
Settlement loss 1 0 2
Net periodic pension cost (benefit) $ 3 $ 5 $ 1
Weighted‑Average Assumptions Used to Determine Net Periodic Pension Cost (Benefit)      
Discount rate 5.10% 5.40% 2.70%
Expected return on assets 6.30% 6.00% 4.60%
Average rate of increase in compensation 0.00% 0.00% 0.00%
Interest credit rate 3.80% 3.80% 3.80%
v3.25.0.1
Employee Retirement Benefits - Schedule of Pension Plan Assets (Details) - Pension - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]      
Defined benefit plan, plan assets, amount $ 118 $ 119 $ 113
Level 1 | Cash      
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]      
Defined benefit plan, plan assets, amount 7 2  
Level 2 | U.S. Large Cap      
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]      
Defined benefit plan, plan assets, amount 17 13  
Level 2 | U.S. Mid Cap      
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]      
Defined benefit plan, plan assets, amount 1 2  
Level 2 | International Developed      
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]      
Defined benefit plan, plan assets, amount 6 12  
Level 2 | International Emerging Markets      
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]      
Defined benefit plan, plan assets, amount 3 2  
Level 2 | U.S. Treasuries      
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]      
Defined benefit plan, plan assets, amount 40 23  
Level 2 | Corporate Bonds      
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]      
Defined benefit plan, plan assets, amount 17 38  
Level 2 | Government Bonds      
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]      
Defined benefit plan, plan assets, amount 1 7  
Level 2 | Municipal Bonds      
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]      
Defined benefit plan, plan assets, amount 0 2  
Level 2 | Mortgage-Backed Securities      
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]      
Defined benefit plan, plan assets, amount 8 1  
Level 2 | Asset-Backed Securities      
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]      
Defined benefit plan, plan assets, amount 1 2  
Level 2 | Bank Loans      
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]      
Defined benefit plan, plan assets, amount 0 6  
Level 2 | Preferreds      
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]      
Defined benefit plan, plan assets, amount 0 6  
Level 2 | Other      
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]      
Defined benefit plan, plan assets, amount 17 3  
Level 2 | Total fair value of pension plan assets      
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]      
Defined benefit plan, plan assets, amount $ 118 $ 119  
v3.25.0.1
Employee Retirement Benefits - Schedule of Estimated Benefit Payments (Details)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2024
USD ($)
Pension  
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]  
2025 $ 9
2026 11
2027 12
2028 13
2029 14
2030-2034 70
Total expected future benefit payments 129
Postretirement  
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]  
2025 0
2026 0
2027 0
2028 0
2029 0
2030-2034 0
Total expected future benefit payments $ 0
v3.25.0.1
Stock-Based Compensation - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ / shares in Units, $ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Number of shares authorized (in shares) 2,200,000    
Number of shares available for grant (in shares) 1,140,000    
Unrecognized compensation cost $ 16    
Compensation cost not yet recognized, period for recognition 1 year 4 months 24 days    
Granted (in shares) 0 0 0
Performance stock units      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Right to receive, common stock (in shares) 1    
Weighted average grant date fair value (in USD per share) $ 148.01 $ 155.80 $ 164.43
Fair value of PSUs $ 12 $ 13 $ 5
Performance period 3 years 3 years 3 years
Restricted stock units      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Weighted average grant date fair value (in USD per share) $ 152.88 $ 150.58 $ 155.68
Fair value of PSUs $ 10 $ 9 $ 9
Maximum      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Vesting rights, percentage 200.00%    
Maximum | Stock option      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Expiration period 10 years    
Maximum | Restricted stock units      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Award vesting period 3 years    
Minimum      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Vesting rights, percentage 0.00%    
Minimum | Restricted stock units      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Award vesting period 1 year    
v3.25.0.1
Stock-Based Compensation - Schedule of Expenses and Associated Income Tax Benefits (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Share-Based Payment Arrangement [Abstract]      
Compensation expense $ 17 $ 18 $ 27
Income tax benefit (4) (5) (7)
Total $ 13 $ 13 $ 20
v3.25.0.1
Stock-Based Compensation - Schedule of Stock Option Activity (Details) - $ / shares
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Options      
Outstanding at beginning of period (in shares) 14,484    
Granted (in shares) 0 0 0
Exercised (in shares) (14,484)    
Forfeited or expired (in shares) 0    
Outstanding at end of period (in shares) 0 14,484  
Expected to vest at end of period (in shares) 0    
Exercisable at end of period (in shares) 0    
Weighted Average Exercise Price      
Outstanding at the beginning of the period (in USD per share) $ 64.96    
Granted (in USD per share) 0    
Exercised (in USD per share) 64.96    
Forfeited or expired (in USD per share) 0    
Outstanding at the end of the period (in USD per share) 0 $ 64.96  
Expected to Vest at end of period (in USD per share) 0    
Exercisable at end of period (in USD per share) $ 0    
v3.25.0.1
Stock-Based Compensation - Schedule of Additional Information Pertaining to Option Activity (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Share-Based Payment Arrangement [Abstract]      
Aggregate intrinsic value of stock options exercised $ 2 $ 7 $ 1
Cash received from the exercise of stock options 2 3 0
Tax benefit realized on exercise of stock options $ 0 $ 2 $ 0
v3.25.0.1
Stock-Based Compensation - Schedule of Performance Stock Units Activity (Details) - Performance stock units - $ / shares
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Units      
Nonvested at beginning of period (in shares) 188,758    
Granted (in shares) 68,848    
Vested (in shares) (153,169)    
Performance change (in shares) 70,509    
Forfeited (in shares) (873)    
Nonvested at end of period (in shares) 174,073 188,758  
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value      
Nonvested at beginning of period (in USD per share) $ 123.21    
Granted (in USD per share) 148.01 $ 155.80 $ 164.43
Vested (in USD per share) 77.10    
Performance change (in USD per share) 77.10    
Forfeited (in USD per share) 129.16    
Nonvested at end of period (in USD per share) $ 154.89 $ 123.21  
v3.25.0.1
Stock-Based Compensation - Schedule of Restricted Stock Units Activity (Details) - Restricted stock units - $ / shares
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Units      
Nonvested at beginning of period (in shares) 200,139    
Granted (in shares) 108,138    
Vested (in shares) (81,543)    
Forfeited (in shares) (2,353)    
Nonvested at end of period (in shares) 224,381 200,139  
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value      
Nonvested at beginning of period (in USD per share) $ 123.82    
Granted (in USD per share) 152.88 $ 150.58 $ 155.68
Vested (in USD per share) 125.03    
Forfeited (in USD per share) 150.68    
Nonvested at end of period (in USD per share) $ 137.10 $ 123.82  
v3.25.0.1
Income Taxes - Schedule of Components of Income before Income Taxes (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]      
Domestic $ 302 $ 443 $ 426
Foreign (11) 4 8
Income before income taxes $ 291 $ 447 $ 434
v3.25.0.1
Income Taxes - Schedule of Provision for Income Taxes (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Current:      
Federal $ 8.0 $ 0.0 $ 0.0
Foreign 4.0 4.0 5.0
State and local 9.0 7.0 15.0
Total current 21.0 11.0 20.0
Deferred:      
Federal 63.0 86.0 82.0
Foreign (6.0) (1.0) 0.0
State and local 2.0 4.0 2.0
Total deferred 59.0 89.0 84.0
Total income tax provision $ 80.0 $ 100.0 $ 104.0
v3.25.0.1
Income Taxes - Schedule of U.S. and Foreign Net Deferred Tax Assets (Liabilities) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Deferred tax assets:    
Employee benefit plans $ 4 $ 6
Tax credit carryforwards 5 3
Right-of-use assets 230 185
Deferred interest 80 58
Accrued expenses 59 55
Net operating loss carryforwards 42 108
Total deferred tax assets 420 415
Less: valuation allowance (5) (2)
Total net deferred tax assets 415 413
Deferred tax liabilities:    
Lease liabilities (218) (179)
Prepaid expenses (4) (3)
Depreciation on tangible assets (913) (899)
Intangible assets (80) (75)
Total deferred tax liabilities (1,215) (1,156)
Net deferred tax liability $ (800) $ (743)
v3.25.0.1
Income Taxes - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]    
Deferred tax assets for federal alternative minimum tax $ 5  
Valuation allowance against deferred tax assets 5 $ 2
Deferred tax assets, net 415 413
Potential tax liability 67  
Unrecognized tax benefits 15 $ 12
Federal    
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]    
Deferred tax assets unutilized for net operating losses 26  
NOL subject to expiration 136  
State and Local Jurisdiction    
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]    
Deferred tax assets associated with operating loss carryforwards subject to expiration $ 16  
v3.25.0.1
Income Taxes - Schedule of Statutory Federal Income Tax Rate to Income Before Income Taxes (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]      
Income tax provision at statutory rate $ 61 $ 93 $ 91
Foreign taxes 0 5 0
State and local income taxes, net of federal income tax 9 10 14
Federal and foreign permanent items 2 (1) (1)
Change in valuation allowance 0 (2) 0
Goodwill impairment 14 0 0
Tax credits (6) (6) (1)
All other items, net 0 1 1
Total income tax provision $ 80 $ 100 $ 104
v3.25.0.1
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) - Schedule of Changes in the Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
AOCI Attributable to Parent, Net of Tax [Roll Forward]      
Beginning balance $ 1,273 $ 1,108 $ 977
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassification (25) 10  
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss 1 1  
Total other comprehensive income (loss) (24) 11 (29)
Ending balance 1,396 1,273 1,108
Pension and Other Post-Employment Benefits      
AOCI Attributable to Parent, Net of Tax [Roll Forward]      
Beginning balance (20) (24)  
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassification 0 3  
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss 1 1  
Total other comprehensive income (loss) 1 4  
Ending balance (19) (20) (24)
Foreign Currency Items      
AOCI Attributable to Parent, Net of Tax [Roll Forward]      
Beginning balance (98) (105)  
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassification (25) 7  
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss 0 0  
Total other comprehensive income (loss) (25) 7  
Ending balance (123) (98) (105)
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)      
AOCI Attributable to Parent, Net of Tax [Roll Forward]      
Beginning balance (118) (129) (100)
Ending balance $ (142) $ (118) $ (129)
v3.25.0.1
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) - Schedule of Reclassification from Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Reclassification Adjustment out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Line Items]      
Selling, general and administrative $ 480 $ 448 $ 411
Total (291) (447) (434)
Tax provision 80 100 104
Total reclassifications for the period (211) (347) (330)
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income      
Reclassification Adjustment out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Line Items]      
Total reclassifications for the period 1 1 1
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income | Amortization of actuarial losses      
Reclassification Adjustment out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Line Items]      
Selling, general and administrative 1 1 0
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income | Settlement loss      
Reclassification Adjustment out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Line Items]      
Selling, general and administrative 1 0 2
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income | Pension and other postretirement benefit plans      
Reclassification Adjustment out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Line Items]      
Total 2 1 2
Tax provision $ (1) $ 0 $ (1)
v3.25.0.1
Commitments and Contingencies (Details)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
THC  
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]  
Related party indemnification percentage 15.00%
v3.25.0.1
Fair Value Measurements - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Level 1 | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Money market funds $ 27 $ 31
v3.25.0.1
Fair Value Measurements - Schedule of Carrying Values and Estimated Fair Values of Debt Instruments (Details) - Senior Notes - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]    
Nominal Unpaid Principal Balance $ 2,000 $ 1,200
Estimate of fair value measurement    
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]    
Aggregate Fair Value 1,991 1,180
2027 Notes    
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]    
Nominal Unpaid Principal Balance 1,200 1,200
2027 Notes | Estimate of fair value measurement    
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]    
Aggregate Fair Value 1,182 1,180
2029 Notes    
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]    
Nominal Unpaid Principal Balance 800 0
2029 Notes | Estimate of fair value measurement    
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]    
Aggregate Fair Value $ 809 $ 0
v3.25.0.1
Earnings Per Share - Schedule of Computation of Basic and Diluted Earnings Per Share (Details) - USD ($)
$ / shares in Units, shares in Millions, $ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Numerator:      
Net income, basic and diluted $ 211 $ 347 $ 330
Denominator:      
Basic weighted average common shares (in shares) 28.4 28.5 29.6
Stock options, RSUs and PSUs (in shares) 0.1 0.2 0.6
Weighted average shares used to calculate diluted earnings per share (in shares) 28.5 28.7 30.2
Earnings per share:      
Basic (in USD per share) $ 7.43 $ 12.18 $ 11.15
Diluted (in USD per share) $ 7.40 $ 12.09 $ 10.92
Antidilutive stock options, RSUs and PSUs      
Earnings per share:      
Antidilutive stock options, RSUs and PSUs (in shares) 0.0 0.1 0.1
v3.25.0.1
Segment Information - Narrative (Details)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
segment
Segment Reporting [Abstract]  
Number of reportable segments 1
Number of Operating Segments 2
v3.25.0.1
Segment Information - Schedule of Revenues from our External Customers (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]      
Total revenue $ 3,568 $ 3,282 $ 2,740
United States      
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]      
Total revenue 3,314 3,019 2,499
International      
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]      
Total revenue $ 254 $ 263 $ 241
v3.25.0.1
Segment Information - Schedule of Geographical Information for Long-Lived Assets (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]    
Total assets $ 7,877 $ 7,061
Rental equipment, net 4,225 3,831
Property and equipment, net 554 465
United States    
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]    
Total assets 7,375 6,531
Rental equipment, net 3,962 3,546
Property and equipment, net 525 436
International    
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]    
Total assets 502 530
Rental equipment, net 263 285
Property and equipment, net $ 29 $ 29
v3.25.0.1
Schedule II - Valuation of Qualifying Accounts (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Receivables allowances:      
SEC Schedule, 12-09, Movement in Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Roll Forward]      
Beginning Balance $ 20 $ 18 $ 14
Provisions 70 65 52
Translation Adjustments 0 0 0
Deductions (68) (63) (48)
Ending Balance 22 20 18
Tax valuation allowances:      
SEC Schedule, 12-09, Movement in Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Roll Forward]      
Beginning Balance 2 4 3
Provisions 3 1 1
Translation Adjustments 0 0 0
Deductions 0 (3) 0
Ending Balance $ 5 $ 2 $ 4