CAR - Avis Budget Group, Inc.

Insider Purchase by Pentwater Capital Management LP (10%)

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Trade Summary

1 week ago, Pentwater Capital Management LP, serving as 10% owner at Avis Budget Group, Inc. (CAR), purchased 425,000 shares at $94.26 per share, for a total transaction value of $40,060,075.00. Following this transaction, Pentwater Capital Management LP now holds 8,059,400 shares of CAR.

This purchase represents a 6.00% increase in Pentwater Capital Management LP's stake in the company. This is considered a high-conviction trade given the significant change in ownership.

The trade was executed on Friday, February 20, 2026 and publicly disclosed via SEC Form 4 filing on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 4 days after the trade was made.

Avis Budget Group, Inc. operates in the INDUSTRIALS sector, specifically within the RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES industry. Insider buying activity in this sector can provide valuable signals about industry trends and company-specific developments.

Pentwater Capital Management LP

Pentwater Capital Management LP

10%

Pentwater Capital Management LP is a hedge fund investment adviser based in Chicago, specializing in event-driven and distressed securities strategies. The firm manages positions in equities, options, and derivatives across various sectors, as evidenced by its 13F portfolio holdings including calls on Avis Budget Group (CAR) and positions in companies like Warner Bros. Discovery and Live Nation.[[4]](https://www.insidearbitrage.com/holdings/0001425851/pentwater-capital-management-lp/)[[2]](https://www.stocktitan.net/sec-filings/CAR/form-3-avis-budget-group-inc-initial-statement-of-beneficial-ownershi-4357ed1ae8ea.html) Pentwater recently became a 10% owner of Avis Budget Group, Inc. (CAR) through indirect holdings by certain Pentwater funds, including 4,072,300 shares following purchases of 425,000 shares worth $40 million on February 20, 2026, along with call options and total return swaps.[[1]](https://www.investing.com/news/insider-trading-news/pentwater-capital-buys-avis-budget-car-shares-worth-40-million-93CH-4523165)[[3]](https://www.stocktitan.net/sec-filings/CAR/form-4-avis-budget-group-inc-insider-trading-activity-580af688ba80.html)[[2]](https://www.stocktitan.net/sec-filings/CAR/form-3-avis-budget-group-inc-initial-statement-of-beneficial-ownershi-4357ed1ae8ea.html) Matthew Halbower, the firm's key principal, co-files SEC reports with Pentwater Capital Management LP, reflecting his control role.[[2]](https://www.stocktitan.net/sec-filings/CAR/form-3-avis-budget-group-inc-initial-statement-of-beneficial-ownershi-4357ed1ae8ea.html)[[5]](https://www.streetinsider.com/SEC+Filings/Form+3+AVIS+BUDGET+GROUP,+INC.+For:+Feb+20+Filed+by:+Pentwater+Capital+Management+LP/26053959.html) The firm disclaims beneficial ownership beyond pecuniary interest in these positions.[[2]](https://www.stocktitan.net/sec-filings/CAR/form-3-avis-budget-group-inc-initial-statement-of-beneficial-ownershi-4357ed1ae8ea.html)

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Trade Price

$94.26

Quantity

425,000

Total Value

$40,060,075.00

Shares Owned

8,059,400

Trade Date

Friday, February 20, 2026

7 days ago

SEC Filing Date

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Filed 4 days after trade

INDUSTRIALSRENTAL & LEASING SERVICES

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