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U-Haul Holding Company (symbol: UHAL) is a prominent American enterprise specializing in the rental of trucks, trailers, and self-storage space. Founded in 1945, the company has firmly established itself as the No. 1 choice of do-it-yourself movers with over 23,000 rental locations across the United States and Canada. U-Haul’s wide array of services includes moving truck and trailer rentals, self-storage units, moving boxes, and packing supplies. Additionally, the company provides LPG (propane) refills, trailer hitch and wiring installation, and storage container rentals.
U-Haul operates through three key segments: Moving and Storage, Property and Casualty Insurance, and Life Insurance. The Moving and Storage segment, being the most significant, contributes the majority of its revenue. The company’s fleet boasts impressive numbers, including 192,200 trucks, 138,500 trailers, and 44,500 towing devices. U-Haul is also the third-largest self-storage operator in North America, overseeing 967,000 rentable units and 83.3 million square feet of self-storage space.
U-Haul continues to expand its reach with several ambitious projects. Recently, U-Haul announced the development of new retail, moving, and self-storage centers in Junction City, Kansas, and Lake Ozark, Missouri. These centers will feature climate-controlled storage units, truck and trailer sharing, and U-Box portable storage containers. Additionally, U-Haul has acquired properties in Webster, New York, and Decatur, Alabama, further enhancing its service capacity in these regions.
The company actively promotes sustainability. Its shared-use business model allows communities to share moving equipment, reducing the need for large-capacity vehicle ownership. U-Haul’s Adaptive Reuse program, which repurposes existing buildings, along with innovations like fuel-efficient truck modifications and recyclable Ready-To-Go Boxes, underscores its commitment to green business practices. Recently, its U-Box Load Share program was awarded the 2023 Best in Biz gold for being the Most Environmentally Friendly Service of the Year.
U-Haul is also a significant employer, recognized as a Best for Vets employer by The Military Times. It actively recruits veterans and promotes job growth in local communities, planning to hire locally for new projects in various locations. The company’s enhanced app facilitates easy access to its services, allowing customers to reserve equipment and manage rentals conveniently through their smartphones.
For more information about U-Haul and its wide array of services, visit their official website or download the U-Haul app from the App Store or Google Play.
U-Haul is organizing the North Texas Vehicle Adventure event on July 24 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at U-Haul Moving & Storage of North Plano. The event aims to educate the community about trucks and trailers, featuring vehicles from U-Haul, local fire, police, and school district services. Families can explore vehicles, enjoy food from local vendors, and learn safe towing practices. U-Haul highlights its commitment to safety and community engagement, especially during COVID-19 recovery with enhanced sanitation measures.
U-Haul is offering free safety inspections on propane cylinders at over 1,100 locations ahead of Independence Day celebrations. Propane sales typically increase around this holiday, prompting U-Haul to encourage customers to take advantage of these inspections to ensure safe BBQ gatherings. Each propane cylinder is qualified for 12 years, with inspections helping to verify their safety. Customers may either requalify their tanks or purchase new ones. U-Haul emphasizes safety and sustainability, reflecting on the rising demand for propane during the COVID-19 pandemic.
U-Haul of Forest Park in Kenosha has permanently closed after 44 years of service as of June 24, 2021. The facility, operational since 1977, was sold to Grasscape Landscaping of Wisconsin. Customers can access U-Haul services just 1.5 miles away at the newly renovated U-Haul Moving & Storage of Kenosha. This location offers various moving and storage solutions, including climate-controlled storage units. U-Haul's recent closure reflects strategic business decisions influenced by market changes, resulting in the layoff of three employees.
U-Haul Co. of West Virginia has filed for voluntary Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as of June 16, 2021, due to ongoing challenges including management turnover and high litigation costs, which have hindered cash flow. The company will continue operations without interruption, maintaining service to customers and supporting employees. The restructuring process follows a previous internal commitment to enhance its business and is backed by U-Haul International, which is negotiating a capital infusion to support the reorganization.
On June 9, 2021, AMERCO (Nasdaq: UHAL) declared a special cash dividend of $0.50 per share, payable on July 8, 2021, to shareholders on record as of June 24, 2021. This announcement reflects the company's robust financial standing and commitment to returning value to shareholders. AMERCO operates several subsidiaries, including U-Haul, which has established itself as a leader in the do-it-yourself moving industry since its inception in 1945.
U-Haul is set to host a grand opening for its new retail and indoor self-storage facility at Peach Street Marketplace in Erie, PA, on June 5. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will feature various festivities, including local food trucks and a live DJ. Attendees will also witness the reveal of the HAPPI Home Update contest winner, who will receive a prize package worth over $12,000, including a year's free storage. The facility boasts 748 indoor storage units and includes advanced security and climate-control options. This location marks one of three new U-Haul stores in Erie.
AMERCO (Nasdaq: UHAL) reported a net earnings increase to $610.9 million, or $31.15 per share, for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2021, compared to $442.0 million, or $22.55 per share, in the previous year. The fourth quarter earnings were $73.8 million, or $3.76 per share, down from $122.4 million, or $6.24 per share, year-over-year. Self-moving equipment rental revenues surged 33% in Q4 and 15% for the year. Self-storage revenues rose 19% in Q4 and 14% annually. Despite challenges in capital expenditures, operational performance improved significantly, reflecting strong customer demand.
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