01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed April 22, 2026. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
United Rentals, Inc. (URI) has filed an 8-K report on April 22, 2026, to disclose its financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2026.
The accompanying press release, furnished as an exhibit, provides details on the company's performance during the period. Additionally, the company is making available investor presentation materials on its website that include financial outlook and business insights. These materials will be updated as needed and are intended for use in investor meetings.
Investors should note that the company's disclosures include non-GAAP financial measures such as free cash flow, EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA, and adjusted EPS. While URI believes these measures offer valuable insights into operational performance and cash generation, they should be considered alongside, and not as a substitute for, GAAP-reported figures like net income and EPS. Reconciliations to GAAP measures are provided in the presentation, allowing investors to make informed comparisons and assessments of the company's financial health and strategic direction.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- URI reported its first-quarter 2026 financial results on April 22, 2026, via an 8-K filing.
- The company has furnished its Q1 2026 earnings press release as Exhibit 99.1.
- Investor presentation materials, including 2026 outlook, are available on URI's website.
- These materials are intended for use in investor meetings and will be updated.
- The company is utilizing non-GAAP financial measures: free cash flow, EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA, and adjusted EPS.
- URI provides reconciliations for non-GAAP measures to their nearest GAAP equivalents.
- Management believes these non-GAAP metrics offer a clearer view of operating performance and cash generation trends.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?
The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to report United Rentals, Inc.'s financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, through an accompanying press release and to provide access to investor presentation materials outlining business insights and future outlook.
What non-GAAP financial measures are being used by United Rentals?
United Rentals is using free cash flow, EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA, and adjusted earnings per share (adjusted EPS) as non-GAAP financial measures. These are used in addition to standard GAAP metrics to provide further insight into their financial performance.
Where can I find detailed financial information and the company's outlook?
Detailed financial results are in the press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K filing. Additional business information, financial results, and the 2026 outlook can be accessed on the company's website at www.unitedrentals.com, within the investor relations section.
Are the non-GAAP measures presented in this filing a replacement for GAAP measures?
No, United Rentals emphasizes that these non-GAAP measures (free cash flow, EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA, adjusted EPS) are supplementary and should not be considered as alternatives to GAAP measures like net income, cash flows from operating activities, or earnings per share. Reconciliations to the nearest GAAP measures are provided.
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