Short interest in Hertz stock price has risen marginally, now at 5.4% of float. Technical charts display a consolidation zone between $4.15 and $4.35, prompting swing traders to position for breakout catalysts linked to upcoming earnings. The debt offering, which included the full exercise of the initial purchasers' option to buy an additional $50 million of notes, was seen as a move to strengthen the company's financial position. Hertz's Chief Financial Officer highlighted that the participation of key investors, including Pershing Square, underscored strong confidence in the company. To lessen the impact of potential new shares from the offering, Hertz also entered into capped call transactions. Separately, the company disclosed it expected to receive a settlement payment of approximately $154 million related to an automotive parts antitrust case. These developments were viewed positively as they bolstered the company's cash position and financial flexibility. Hertz said AI makes the checkout process uniform and consistent. “For years, vehicle damage inspections have caused confusion and frustration," a Hertz spokesperson told CNBC . "The process was manual, subjective, and inconsistent, and that isn’t good enough for our customers or our business,” she added. The Hertz stock price reflected mild bullish sentiment as oil futures declined, easing fuel cost concerns. Transport-heavy companies often benefit from lower input costs, supporting margin outlooks.