Sunbelt Rentals Holdings, Inc. (SUNB) Stock Analysis
P/E 23.83×· 1Y range 17.77–27.32×· 63th percentile of history
Sector: Other · Industry: Services-Equipment Rental & Leasing, Nec
AnalystsStrong Buy20 analystsStrengths
- ✓ROE 17.8% — efficient capital deployment
Price History
5-Year Weekly Candlestick Chart
Profile
Strong earnings quality; financial health and growth lag behind.
How is each axis scored?
- Valuation57/100 · Moderate
- P/E vs own history (63th pct)5/25
- FCF yield (5.3%)20/25
- P/S (2.8x)20/25
- EV/EBIT (17.9x)12/25
- Growth49/100 · Weak
- Revenue CAGR (8.8%)12/25
- Net income CAGR (1.4%)6/25
- EPS CAGR 5Y (3.0%)6/25
- Fwd implied growth (41.1%)25/25
- Profitability72/100 · Moderate
- ROIC (9.9%)12/25
- ROE (17.8%)20/25
- Net margin (11.9%)20/25
- Operating margin (21.1%)20/25
- Financial Health47/100 · Weak
- Altman Z (2.43)18/25
- Current ratio (0.94)6/25
- Interest coverage (5.7x)18/25
- Net cash / debt (D/A 48%)5/25
- Quality90/100 · Strong
- Piotroski F (6/9)15/25
- Beneish M (-2.82)25/25
- FCF conversion (122%)25/25
- Margin stability (σ 1.6%)25/25
About Sunbelt Rentals Holdings, Inc.
Sunbelt Rentals (formerly UK-based Ashtead Group) is the number two equipment rental company in the US (11% market share), with a smaller presence in Canada and the UK. Show more
Sunbelt operates a rental fleet of just over $20 billion across a network of 1,200 stores in the US, nearly 135 stores in Canada, and and 190 stores in the UK. The company has experienced rapid growth over the past decade as its customers increasingly turn to rental versus owning equipment outright. The general tool business has been augmented by the Specialty Rental business, which has grown to 30% of the mix. Revenue is now greater than 50% nonconstruction, with the remainder focused more directly on commercial construction.
Headquarters: FORT MILL, SC · Employees: 26,016 · Website ↗
Key Metrics
Financial snapshot · Tap any metric for its definition and grade
Valuation
57CP/E (TTM)23.8xB
Grade B: FairPrice / TTM EPS (own statements) — vs own hist. history: 17.8x–27.3x · 63rd pct
P/FCF19.4xB
Grade B: FairPrice / Free Cash Flow per share (Finnhub). Inverse of FCF yield — negative when FCF is negative
FCF Yield5.3%A
Grade A: ValueTTM FCF / Market Cap — vs own hist. history: 4.5%–7.3% · 52nd pct
P/S (TTM)2.76xB
Grade B: FairPrice / TTM Revenue (own statements) — vs own hist. history: 2.5x–3.2x · 29th pct
EV/EBIT17.9xB
Grade B: FairEnterprise value / TTM EBIT (D&A not in our data) — capital-structure neutral — vs own hist. history: 15.2x–20.2x · 48th pct
EV/Sales—
Enterprise Value / TTM Revenue (Finnhub) — capital-structure neutral sales multiple
Forward P/E16.9xB
Grade B: FairPrice / next-year EPS estimate — shows whether the TTM multiple is rich or just front-loading growth
P/B Ratio4.13xC
Grade C: ExpensivePrice to Book Value. Neg. equity = heavy buybacks
PEG Ratio1.54B
Grade B: FairFinnhub PEG — their P/E basis ÷ expected EPS growth. Suppressed when their P/E diverges >2× from our TTM P/E (different basis)
Dividend Yield2.51%A
Grade A: PaysTTM dividend yield (Finnhub) — annual dividends / price. None = no dividend; very high yield can signal distress
Payout Ratio35.0%A
Grade A: SafeDividends / Net Income (Finnhub) — share of earnings paid out; >90% or negative = unsustainable
Profitability
72B+ROIC9.9%C
Grade C: AverageNOPAT (EBIT less ~21% tax) / invested capital (equity + debt − cash). Flagship quality metric — durable >15% signals a moat
ROE17.8%C
Grade C: AverageReturn on Equity. Neg. equity = heavy buybacks
ROA6.1%C
Grade C: AverageReturn on Assets (Finnhub) — Net Income / Total Assets; how efficiently assets produce profit
Net Margin11.9%A
Grade A: HighNet Income / Revenue
Operating Margin21.1%C
Grade C: AverageTTM EBIT / TTM Revenue
Gross Margin38.7%C
Grade C: AverageGross Profit / Revenue
FCF Margin14.5%C
Grade C: AverageFCF / Revenue
True FCF Margin13.8%A
Grade A: HighTTM (OCF − CapEx − SBC) / TTM Revenue — SBC treated as a real cost
Growth
49D+Revenue CAGR8.8%C
Grade C: OkCompound annual revenue growth (up to 5Y depending on data availability)
Net Income CAGR1.4%D
Grade D: LowCompound annual net income growth (up to 5Y depending on data availability)
EPS CAGR (5Y)3.0%D
Grade D: LowCompound annual EPS growth over up to 5Y of per-share earnings (own statements). Null when either endpoint EPS ≤ 0
Implied EPS Growth41.1%A
Grade A: HighImplied 1Y EPS growth from forward P/E vs our TTM EPS. Sparse — only where forward estimates exist
Dilution (5Y)—
Share count change over 5Y
SBC / Net Income6.3%A
Grade A: LowStock-based comp/Net income. >30% = dilution risk
SBC / Revenue0.7%A
Grade A: LowTTM stock-based comp / TTM Revenue
Financial Health
47D+Altman Z-Score2.43C
Grade C: Gray zoneBankruptcy risk. >3 Safe, <1.8 Distress
Current Ratio0.94xD
Grade D: LowCurrent Assets/Liabilities
Quick Ratio0.79xC
Grade C: Ok(Current Assets − Inventory) / Current Liabilities (Finnhub) — stricter liquidity test, excludes inventory
Interest Coverage5.7xC
Grade C: OkEBIT/Interest. >10 Strong
Debt Repayment7.0yC
Grade C: AverageYears to repay net debt via FCF
Net Debt/EBIT4.8xD
Grade D: HighLeverage. <2x Low, >4x High
Debt/Equity1.53xC
Grade C: MedDebt / Equity: <1 Conservative, >2 Risky. Not meaningful with non-positive equity; shown as unavailable rather than low debt.
Cash / Debt0.00xD
Grade D: ThinCash covers how much of total debt. >1 = could repay all debt from cash
Quality
90A+Piotroski F-Score6/9C
Grade C: AverageFinancial strength 0–9. >7 Strong
Beneish M-Score-2.82A
Grade A: SafeEarnings manipulation risk. < -2.22 Safe
FCF Conversion122.3%A
Grade A: StrongFCF / Net Income
Margin Stability1.6%A
Grade A: StableEBIT margin std deviation. Lower = stable
Capex / Revenue19.1%D
Grade D: HeavyTTM CapEx / TTM Revenue — high % = capital-hungry business
Asset Turnover0.50xC
Grade C: AverageRevenue / Total Assets (Finnhub) — how efficiently the asset base generates sales
More metrics — Per Share, Balance Sheet, MarketHide additional metrics
Per Share
EPS (TTM)$3.15
Own TTM net income / shares — same earnings basis as P/E
Cash / Share$0.07
Cash & short-term investments per share (Finnhub)
Book Value / Share$18.06
Shareholders' equity per share (Finnhub). Negative = accumulated losses / heavy buybacks
Balance Sheet
Total Debt$11.42B
Total debt obligations (short + long term)
Cash & Equiv.$32.00M
Cash and short-term investments
Net Debt$11.39B
Total Debt minus Cash. Negative = Net Cash position
Total Equity$7.45B
Shareholders' equity (book value)
Asset / Liability1.46xC
Grade C: AdequateTotal Assets / Total Liabilities
Market
Market Cap$30.76B
Current Market Capitalization
Beta1.42C
Grade C: VolatilePrice sensitivity vs the market (Finnhub) — 1.0 moves with market, >1.2 amplifies swings
Takeaway
Takes ~7.0 years to repay net debt from free cash flow. · Current P/E of 23.8x sits at the 63rd percentile of its historical range.
How grades work: each metric is graded A–D against fixed thresholds (tap a row for the meaning). Card grades map the pillar score to A+–E — a card grade is that pillar's own score, not an average of the rows shown.
Financials as of Apr 2026 · Ratio snapshot Sep 27, 2026
Key Insights: Sunbelt Rentals Holdings, Inc. (SUNB)
SUNB is up 3.19% at the last close. Piotroski F-Score of 6/9 indicates mixed fundamentals for Sunbelt Rentals Holdings, Inc.. Altman Z-Score of 2.43 falls in the grey zone (1.81–2.99) — financial distress is unlikely but not ruled out.
- Beneish M-Score of -2.82 suggests a low likelihood of earnings manipulation.
- Takes ~7.0 years to repay net debt from free cash flow.
- The stock currently yields 2.5% in dividends.
Insider Transactions
Recent SEC Form 4 filings · 8 records
| Transaction date | Insider | Transaction | Shares | Filed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Horgan Brendan Filed | Horgan Brendan | SellTax withholding | -3700 | |
Cockburn Angus Filed | Cockburn Angus | BuyGrant / award | +9 | |
Ribeiro Renata Filed | Ribeiro Renata | BuyGrant / award | +9 | |
Twite Roy Filed | Twite Roy | BuyGrant / award | +9 | |
Washburn John Filed | Washburn John | BuyGrant / award | +31 |
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| Transaction date | Insider | Transaction | Shares | Filed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Horgan Brendan Filed | Horgan Brendan | BuyGrant / award | +196 | |
Walker Paul Ashton Filed | Walker Paul Ashton | BuyGrant / award | +9 | |
Easterbrook Jill Filed | Easterbrook Jill | BuyGrant / award | +9 |
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Earnings
View earnings calendar →Recent Earnings Results
| Date | Time | EPS Est. | EPS Actual | Surprise | Rev Est. | Rev Actual |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 9, 2026 | Pre-Mkt | $1.06 | $1.18 | +11.8% | $3.0B | $3.1B |
No significant market moves for SUNB in the last 30 days.
See SUNB move history →Frequently Asked Questions about SUNB
What is the current Sunbelt Rentals Holdings, Inc. (SUNB) stock price?
SUNB is trading at $75.06 at the last market close, up 3.19% on the session. PreMarketPrice tracks SUNB pre-market, intraday and after-hours prices.
Is SUNB stock a buy right now?
PreMarketPrice's quantitative model rates Sunbelt Rentals Holdings, Inc.'s financial health at 47/100. This is a data-driven snapshot of fundamentals, not investment advice.
Is SUNB stock overvalued?
Sunbelt Rentals Holdings, Inc. trades at a trailing P/E of 23.8 and our valuation score rates it 57/100 (higher = cheaper vs. its own history). See the Valuation History and Key Metrics sections for forward P/E, EV/EBITDA and PEG context.
When does Sunbelt Rentals Holdings, Inc. report earnings?
No confirmed earnings date is currently scheduled for SUNB. The Earnings section lists recent reports and updates as dates are announced.
What sector does Sunbelt Rentals Holdings, Inc. operate in?
Sunbelt Rentals Holdings, Inc. operates in the Other sector, within the Services-Equipment Rental & Leasing, Nec industry. The Related Stocks section lists sector peers for comparison.
What does Sunbelt Rentals Holdings, Inc. do?
Sunbelt Rentals (formerly UK-based Ashtead Group) is the number two equipment rental company in the US (11% market share), with a smaller presence in Canada and the UK.
About Sunbelt Rentals Holdings, Inc. (SUNB) Stock
Sunbelt Rentals Holdings, Inc. (SUNB) is a US-listed stock operating in the Other sector, specifically the Services-Equipment Rental & Leasing, Nec industry. As of the latest update, Sunbelt Rentals Holdings, Inc. is trading at $75.06, up 3.19% on the day with a market capitalization of $30.8 billion. The financial health score for SUNB is 47/100, which indicates moderate financial strength based on profitability, leverage, liquidity, and growth metrics. This page provides real-time pre-market pricing, earnings calendar, financial health analysis, and valuation metrics for SUNB stock.
SUNB Stock Analysis & Key Metrics
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- Pre-market price & movement: Real-time SUNB stock price with percentage change, updated continuously during pre-market and regular trading hours.
- Earnings calendar: Upcoming and past earnings reports for SUNB, including EPS estimates, actual results, and surprise percentages.
- Valuation & P/E history: Historical P/E, P/S, and P/B ratios for SUNB with trend analysis and normalized valuation multiples.
- Financial statements: Revenue, net income, assets, liabilities, and equity for Sunbelt Rentals Holdings, Inc. across multiple reporting periods.
- Financial health score: A composite score of 47/100 based on Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score, profitability, and leverage metrics for SUNB.
- Sector peers: Compare SUNB against 10 other other stocks on key financial metrics.
Is SUNB a Good Stock to Buy?
This page provides data-driven analysis to help you evaluate Sunbelt Rentals Holdings, Inc. (SUNB) as an investment. The financial health score of 47/100 suggests moderate financial fundamentals. Valuation metrics show whether the stock is trading above or below its historical average. Earnings data reveals whether the company is meeting or beating analyst expectations.However, this is not financial advice — always do your own research before investing.
Data on this page is sourced from real-time market feeds, Polygon.io, and Finnhub.Sunbelt Rentals Holdings, Inc. (SUNB) trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. Pre-market trading occurs 4:00 AM – 9:30 AM ET. Regular market hours are 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM ET.