What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly announce United Rentals, Inc.'s participation in the Goldman Sachs Global Industrials Conference 2011 and to provide details about the presentation, including who will be speaking and when it will be accessible via webcast.

Who will be speaking at the conference on behalf of United Rentals?

Michael Kneeland, the Chief Executive Officer, and William Plummer, the Chief Financial Officer, will be presenting on behalf of United Rentals, Inc.

Where can investors access the presentation information?

Investors can access the presentation live via a webcast link provided in the press release (attached as Exhibit 99.1) and can also access an archived webcast on the company's website (www.ur.com) for 90 days following the conference.

Is the information shared at the conference considered officially filed with the SEC?

No, the information provided in this Item 7.01 disclosure, including the press release, is not deemed 'filed' for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, nor is it subject to the liabilities of that section, unless expressly incorporated by reference into a specific SEC filing.

URI 8-K: Regulation FD — Oct 28, 2011

Summary

United Rentals, Inc. (URI) filed an 8-K on October 28, 2011, primarily to disclose its participation in the Goldman Sachs Global Industrials Conference 2011. This event, scheduled for November 2, 2011, will feature presentations by CEO Michael Kneeland and CFO William Plummer, covering the company's business, financial performance, and forward-looking information. Investors should note that this filing is for informational purposes, announcing the conference participation and the availability of a webcast and archived recording. The information shared during the conference is not deemed 'filed' under Section 18 of the Exchange Act, but it may provide insights into the company's current strategies and outlook, making the webcast a key event for monitoring URI's investor communications.

Key Highlights

1United Rentals (URI) announced participation in the Goldman Sachs Global Industrials Conference 2011 on November 2, 2011.
2CEO Michael Kneeland and CFO William Plummer are scheduled to present.
3Presentations will cover the company's business, financial performance, and forward-looking information.
4A live webcast of the presentation will be available.
5An archived webcast will be accessible on the company's website for 90 days post-conference.
6The filing includes a press release as Exhibit 99.1 detailing the conference participation.

UNITED RENTALS, INC. 8-K Report, Regulation FD Disclosure (Oct 28, 2011)

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