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QUICK SPARK: Hertz Short Squeeze is On — Stock Rips After Earnings

BenzingaAug 7, 2026, 2:37 PMErica Kollmann

A potential Hertze short squeeze spiked the car rental company's stock price after strong earnings, with short interest at 73.85% of float.

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