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Basis of Presentation
3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2026
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]  
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Avis Budget Group, Inc. provides mobility solutions to businesses and consumers worldwide. The accompanying unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements include the accounts and transactions of Avis Budget Group, Inc. and its subsidiaries, as well as entities in which Avis Budget Group, Inc. directly or indirectly has a controlling financial interest (collectively, “we,” “our,” “us,” or the “Company”), and have been prepared pursuant to the rules and regulations of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for interim financial reporting.

We operate the following reportable business segments:

Americas - consisting primarily of (i) vehicle rental operations in North America, South America, Central America and the Caribbean, (ii) car sharing operations in certain of these markets, and (iii) licensees in the areas in which we do not operate directly.
International - consisting primarily of (i) vehicle rental operations in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Australasia, (ii) car sharing operations in certain of these markets, and (iii) licensees in the areas in which we do not operate directly.

The operating results of acquired businesses are included in the accompanying Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements from the dates of acquisition. We consolidate joint venture activities when we have a controlling interest and record non-controlling interests within stockholders’ equity, temporary equity and the statement of comprehensive income equal to the percentage of ownership interest retained in such entities by the respective non-controlling party. Intercompany transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.

In presenting the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”), management makes estimates and assumptions that may affect the amounts reported and related disclosures. Estimates, by their nature, are based on judgment and available information. Accordingly, actual results could differ from those estimates. In management’s opinion, the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements contain all adjustments necessary for a fair presentation of interim results reported. The results of operations reported for interim periods are not necessarily indicative of the results of operations for the entire year or any subsequent interim period. These financial statements should be read in conjunction with our 2025 Annual Report on Form 10-K (the “2025 Form 10-K”).

Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Our significant accounting policies are fully described in Note 2 – Summary of Significant Accounting Policies in our 2025 Form 10-K.

Cash and cash equivalents, Program cash and Restricted cash. The following table provides a detail of cash and cash equivalents, program and restricted cash reported within the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets to the amounts shown in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows.

As of March 31,
20262025
Cash and cash equivalents$528 $516 
Program cash118 87 
Restricted cash (a)
Total cash and cash equivalents, program and restricted cash$651 $607 
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(a)Included within other current assets.
Vehicle Programs. We present separately the financial data of our vehicle programs. These programs are distinct from our other activities as the assets under vehicle programs are generally funded through the issuance of debt that is collateralized by such assets. The income generated by these assets is used, in part, to repay the principal and interest associated with the debt. Cash inflows and outflows relating to the generation or acquisition of such assets and the principal debt repayment or financing of such assets are classified as activities of our vehicle programs. We believe it is appropriate to segregate the financial data of our vehicle programs because, ultimately, the source of repayment of such debt is the realization of such assets.

Transaction-related costs, net. Transaction-related costs, net are classified separately in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income. These costs are comprised of expenses primarily related to acquisition-related activities such as due-diligence and other advisory costs, expenses related to the integration of the acquiree’s operations with our own operations, including the implementation of best practices and process improvements, non-cash gains and losses related to re-acquired rights, expenses related to pre-acquisition contingencies and contingent consideration related to acquisitions.

Currency Transactions. Currency gains and losses resulting from foreign currency transactions are generally included in operating expenses within the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income; however, the net gain or loss of currency transactions on intercompany loans and the unrealized gain or loss on intercompany loan hedges are included within interest expense related to corporate debt, net.
Variable Interest Entities (“VIE”) and Non-Controlling Interests. We review our investments to determine if they are VIEs. A VIE is an entity in which either (i) the equity investors as a group lack the power through voting or similar rights to direct the activities of such entity that most significantly impact such entity’s economic performance or (ii) the equity investment at risk is insufficient to finance that entity’s activities without additional subordinated financial support. Entities that are determined to be VIEs are consolidated if we are the primary beneficiary of the entity. The primary beneficiary possesses the power to direct the activities of the VIE that most significantly impact its economic performance and has the obligation to absorb losses or the right to receive benefits from the VIE that are significant to it. We will reconsider our original assessment of a VIE upon the occurrence of certain events such as contributions and redemptions, either by us, or third parties, or amendments to an entity’s governing documents. On an ongoing basis, we reconsider whether we are deemed to be a VIE’s primary beneficiary. We account for VIEs where we are not the primary beneficiary under the equity method.

Our former subsidiary, Avis Mobility Ventures LLC (“AMV”), is a VIE. We lack the ability to direct the significant activities of AMV and are not its primary beneficiary. As such, we account for AMV under the equity method. See Note 15 – Related Party Transactions for our VIE investment in our former subsidiary.

Interpace Ventures Transaction

On September 30, 2025, we received a contribution of $12 million from a non-controlling interest party (Class A Member) in exchange for approximately 17% in a new joint venture establishing Interpace Ventures LLC (“Interpace Ventures”). On December 30, 2025, we completed the joint venture transaction and Interpace Ventures subsequently funded its wholly-owned subsidiary, Interpace Funding LLC (“Interpace Funding”), with the total contribution from both its Class A members, the third-party investors in the amount of $183 million, and the Company, as the Class B member. Interpace Funding was established to acquire, own, operate, manage, lease, and sell vehicles. This transaction was undertaken as part of our efforts to monetize a portion of our available tax credits. Additionally, in conjunction with this transaction, we reviewed our fleet strategy, specific to certain United States EV rental car vehicles, and as a result shortened the useful life associated with such vehicles.

We consolidate joint venture activities when we have a controlling financial interest. We determined that Interpace Ventures and its related subsidiaries are VIEs and that we are the primary beneficiary. In accordance with Accounting Standards Codification Topic 810-10, all entities created as a result of the Interpace Ventures transaction have been consolidated. Based on the substance of the transaction, the non-controlling interests are presented as temporary equity.
The Company has determined the allocation of economics between the controlling party and third-party investors should follow the hypothetical liquidation at book value (“HLBV”) method of accounting, based on governing provisions in each respective limited liability company agreement, instead of respective ownership percentages. Under the HLBV method, the amounts of income and loss attributable to the non-controlling interest reflects changes in the amount the owners would hypothetically receive at each balance sheet date under the respective liquidation provisions, assuming the net assets of these entities were liquidated at the recorded amounts, after taking into account any capital transactions, such as contributions and distributions, between the entities and the owners.

As specified in the respective limited liability company agreements, the Class A members’ interests are redeemable based upon events that are not solely within our control. As such, the non-controlling interests were classified as redeemable non-controlling interests of $120 million and $74 million and presented outside of permanent equity on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets as of March 31, 2026 and December 31, 2025, respectively. See Note 14 – Stockholders' Equity for the components of redeemable non-controlling interests.

Investments. As of March 31, 2026 and December 31, 2025, we had investments with a carrying value of $121 million and $130 million, respectively, recorded within other non-current assets on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets. Aggregate realized gains and losses on equity method investments are recorded within operating expenses on the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income. For the three months ended March 31, 2026 and 2025, we recorded net gains from our equity method investments of $1 million and $2 million, respectively. In January 2026, we received an $8 million dividend, and in December 2025, we purchased additional shares for $1 million, relating to our equity method investment in our Greece licensee. See Note 15 – Related Party Transactions for our equity method investment in our former subsidiary, AMV.

Revenues. Revenues are recognized under Leases (Topic 842) with the exception of royalty fee revenue derived from our licensees and revenue related to our customer loyalty program, which were $46 million and $45 million during the three months ended March 31, 2026 and 2025, respectively.

The following table presents our revenues disaggregated by geography:
 Three Months Ended 
March 31,
20262025
Americas$1,962 $1,907 
Europe, Middle East and Africa375 361 
Asia and Australasia193 162 
Total revenues$2,530 $2,430 

The following table presents our revenues disaggregated by brand:
Three Months Ended 
March 31,
20262025
Avis$1,428 $1,372 
Budget952 885 
Other (a)
150 173 
Total revenues$2,530 $2,430 
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(a)Other includes Zipcar and other operating brands.
Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements

Disaggregation of Income Statement Expenses

In November 2024, the FASB issued ASU 2024-03, “Disaggregation of Income Statement Expenses,” which amends Topic 220 primarily through requiring disclosures, in the notes to financial statements, about certain costs and expenses. The amendments are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2026 and interim periods beginning after December 15, 2027, with early adoption permitted on a prospective or retrospective basis. ASU 2024-03 becomes effective for us on January 1, 2027. We are currently evaluating the impact of the adoption of this accounting pronouncement.

Targeted Improvements to the Accounting for Internal-Use Software

In September 2025, the FASB issued ASU 2025-06, “Targeted Improvements to the Accounting for Internal-Use Software,” which amends Topic 350 primarily to modernize the accounting for software costs. The amendments are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2027, and interim periods within those annual periods. Early adoption is permitted as of the beginning of an annual period. A prospective, modified or retrospective transition approach is permitted. ASU 2025-06 becomes effective for us on an interim basis beginning on January 1, 2028. We are currently evaluating the impact of the adoption of this accounting pronouncement.

Hedge Accounting Improvements

In November 2025, the FASB issued ASU 2025-09, “Hedge Accounting Improvements,” which clarifies certain aspects of the guidance on hedge accounting and addresses several incremental hedge accounting issues arising from the global reference rate reform initiative. The amendments are effective for annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2026, and interim periods within those annual reporting periods, with early adoption permitted on a prospective basis. ASU 2025-09 becomes effective for us on an interim basis beginning on January 1, 2027. We are currently evaluating the impact of the adoption of this accounting pronouncement.

Narrow-Scope Improvements

In December 2025, the FASB issued ASU 2025-11, “Narrow-Scope Improvements,” which clarifies interim disclosure requirements and the applicability of Topic 270. The amendments are effective for interim reporting periods within annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2027, with early adoption permitted on a prospective or retrospective basis. ASU 2025-11 becomes effective for us on an interim basis beginning on January 1, 2028. We are currently evaluating the impact of the adoption of this accounting pronouncement.