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Avis Budget Group (CAR) reported stronger Q2 2026 earnings with net income jumping to $63 million from $5 million year-over-year, driven by improved fleet utilization (72.6%) and lower per-unit fleet costs despite a 1% revenue decline. The company operated a 5% smaller fleet while achieving 3% adjusted EBITDA growth to $286 million, demonstrating effective cost management. However, year-to-date adjusted EBITDA fell 6%, raising questions about sustainability.

A securities class action lawsuit has been filed against Avis Budget Group, Inc. and Pentwater Capital Management LP, alleging that defendants orchestrated a market manipulation scheme. Pentwater, holding approximately 51% economic interest in Avis, allegedly engaged in aggressive stock purchases during the Class Period (February 20, 2025 - April 21, 2026) that triggered unusual volatility and a short squeeze, artificially inflating Avis stock prices to benefit Pentwater's holdings.

Investors who purchased Avis securities during this period may be eligible for compensation. The lead plaintiff deadline is September 29, 2026.

Kaplan Fox has filed securities class action lawsuits against Avis Budget Group, Alibaba Group, and Pentair plc on behalf of investors who suffered losses. The primary case against Avis alleges a market manipulation scheme orchestrated by Pentwater Capital Management, which held approximately 51% economic interest in the company and allegedly triggered unusual volatility through aggressive stock purchases during the class period.