URI
IndustrialsUnited Rentals, Inc. · Rental & Leasing Services · $69B
What is United Rentals, Inc.?
United Rentals is North America's largest equipment rental company, serving construction firms, industrial operators, utilities, and government entities from its Stamford, Connecticut headquarters.
United Rentals generates revenue by renting heavy construction equipment, aerial work platforms, specialty trench safety systems, power generation units, and fluid solutions equipment. It also sells used equipment, parts, and consumables. Customers range from large infrastructure contractors to municipalities and individual homeowners needing short-term access to tools they would otherwise purchase outright.
Founded in 1997, United Rentals has grown through acquisitions into a dominant force in the equipment rental industry.
- General construction and industrial equipment rentals
- Aerial work platforms and material handling
- Specialty trench safety and underground work equipment
- Power, HVAC, and fluid solutions rentals
Is URI a Good Stock to Buy?
UQS Score rates URI as Good overall, reflecting a balanced profile across its five quality pillars.
URI's Quality and Valuation pillars both register as Good, suggesting the business generates reasonable returns and is not obviously overpriced relative to its fundamentals. The company's scale in equipment rental provides operational advantages that support consistent cash generation.
The Risk pillar is rated Weak, pointing to meaningful leverage or cyclical exposure that investors should weigh carefully. Moat and Growth both sit at Neutral.
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Past performance does not guarantee future results. UQS Score is based on fundamental data and is not a buy/sell recommendation.
Does URI pay dividends?
Yes — United Rentals, Inc. pays a dividend.
United Rentals pays a regular dividend, a relatively recent development for a company that historically prioritized reinvestment and buybacks. The dividend reflects growing confidence in the durability of its cash flows, though the payout remains modest relative to the capital-intensive nature of the rental business.
When does URI report earnings?
United Rentals reports earnings on a quarterly cadence, consistent with standard US-listed equity practice.
URI's results tend to track broader construction and industrial activity cycles. Revenue mix between general and specialty rentals can shift meaningfully depending on infrastructure spending trends and project pipelines across its customer base.
For the most recent quarter's results, visit United Rentals' investor relations page directly.
URI Price History
+245.7% over 5Y
Monthly close, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment.
What if I invested in United Rentals, Inc.?
Based on United Rentals, Inc.'s historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does United Rentals do?
United Rentals rents construction and industrial equipment — from forklifts and aerial lifts to trench safety systems and portable generators — to contractors, utilities, municipalities, and industrial companies. It also sells used equipment, parts, and consumables.
Does URI pay dividends?
Yes, United Rentals pays a regular dividend. The company introduced its dividend program as its cash generation matured, though it continues to balance payouts with share repurchases and debt management given its capital-intensive model.
When does URI report earnings?
URI reports on a standard quarterly schedule. Exact upcoming dates are not confirmed in our data source — check United Rentals' investor relations page for the current earnings calendar.
Is URI a good stock to buy?
UQS Score rates URI as Good overall. Quality and Valuation pillars are both Good, while the Risk pillar is Weak — reflecting cyclical and leverage considerations. Whether it suits your portfolio depends on your risk tolerance and investment horizon.
Is URI overvalued?
URI's Valuation pillar is rated Good, suggesting the stock is not obviously expensive relative to its fundamentals. Full valuation metrics are available to UQS Pro members.
What is URI's market cap bracket?
United Rentals is classified as a large-cap company, reflecting its position as the dominant player in North American equipment rental with an extensive branch network and fleet.
Is URI a long-term quality investment?
URI's long-term quality profile is rated Good by UQS Score. Its scale and recurring rental model support consistency, but the Weak Risk pillar — tied to cyclicality and leverage — is a factor long-term investors should monitor alongside the Growth and Moat ratings.
What sector does URI belong to?
United Rentals operates in the Industrials sector, specifically within equipment rental services. Its business is closely tied to construction activity, infrastructure spending, and broader industrial capital expenditure cycles.
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URI — Score History
| Date | UQS | Quality | Moat | Growth | Risk | Value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 7, 2026 | 52.6 | 71.5 | 42.0 | 58.2 | 28.7 | 54.8 | 0.0 |
| Jul 3, 2026 | 52.6 | 71.5 | 42.0 | 58.2 | 28.7 | 54.9 | +0.1 |
| Jul 2, 2026 | 52.5 | 71.5 | 42.0 | 58.2 | 28.7 | 54.5 | +0.1 |
| Jul 1, 2026 | 52.4 | 71.5 | 42.0 | 58.1 | 28.7 | 53.8 | 0.0 |
| Jun 30, 2026 | 52.4 | 71.5 | 42.0 | 58.1 | 28.7 | 54.0 | 0.0 |
| Jun 29, 2026 | 52.4 | 71.5 | 42.0 | 58.1 | 28.7 | 54.1 | 0.0 |
| Jun 28, 2026 | 52.4 | 71.5 | 42.0 | 58.1 | 28.7 | 54.2 | 0.0 |
| Jun 27, 2026 | 52.4 | 71.5 | 42.0 | 58.1 | 28.7 | 54.0 | +0.1 |
| Jun 26, 2026 | 52.3 | 71.5 | 42.0 | 58.1 | 28.7 | 53.6 | 0.0 |
| Jun 25, 2026 | 52.3 | 71.6 | 42.0 | 58.1 | 28.7 | 53.2 | -0.3 |
URI — Pillar Breakdown
Quality
— 71.5/100 (25%)United Rentals, Inc. shows solid profitability with healthy returns on capital and reasonable margins.
How effectively capital is deployed to generate returns.
Profitability relative to shareholders' equity.
Ability to convert revenue into operating profit.
Bottom-line profit as a share of revenue.
Asset productivity — how much gross profit each dollar of assets generates.
Free cash flow relative to market value.
Growth
— 58.2/100 (20%)United Rentals, Inc. demonstrates healthy growth trends across revenue and earnings.
Revenue trajectory over the last twelve months.
Compound annual revenue growth rate over 3 years.
Year-over-year earnings per share growth.
Analyst consensus for future revenue growth.
Analyst consensus for future earnings growth.
Risk
— 28.7/100 (15%)United Rentals, Inc. presents elevated risk with concerns around leverage or financial stability.
Debt levels relative to earnings capacity.
Total debt relative to shareholder equity.
Short-term liquidity — ability to pay near-term obligations.
Earnings capacity relative to interest payments.
Valuation
— 53.9/100 (15%)United Rentals, Inc. has a mixed valuation — some metrics suggest fair value while others appear stretched.
Inverse of forward P/E — higher yield means cheaper stock.
How many years of FCF the market cap represents.
P/E relative to earnings growth — lower is more attractive.
Enterprise value multiple relative to sector median.
Moat
— 42/100 (25%)United Rentals, Inc. possesses some competitive advantages but faces meaningful competition. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for URI.
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How is the URI UQS Score Calculated?
The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for United Rentals, Inc. is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.
Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.
Moat (25%) assesses United Rentals, Inc.'s competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.
Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.
Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.
Valuation (15%) measures whether United Rentals, Inc. is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.
Six investor-inspired presets are available, each with different pillar weights: Balanced, Buffett, Munger, Lynch, Cathie Wood, and Graham. The public score shown here uses the Balanced preset. Learn more in our FAQ.