Three Predictions for Zipcar in 2013
Rick Aristotle Munarriz, The Motley Idiot
Published Two:30 pm, Sunday, December 30, two thousand twelve
Zipcar may be embarking to drive in the right direction. Shares of the leading car-sharing service have climbed 37% since bottoming out at $Five.90 last month. It still has a long uphill climb to regain earlier highs, but at least it’s not stuck in switch roles again.
Zipcar is coming off a blowout quarter and now claims 767,000 accounts of casual drivers who would choose to rent a car by the hour — with gas and insurance included — than worry about the hassles of actual automobile ownership.
What about 2013? Well, you came to the right place. I have a crystal ball, and there are a few things I see happening with Zipcar in 2013.
1. Zipcar will build up ground — for a switch — in 2013
This year hasn’t been much better. The stock has declined almost 40% as we head into the final trading day of 2012. Enough! Asset sharing is a trend that’s too tastey to disregard, even if Wall Street has largely disregarded it.
HomeAway provides homeowners and those with vacation properties the chance to rent their properties when they’re not in use. HomeAway’s popularity is thriving. Analysts see revenue growth of at better than 20% in two thousand twelve and 2013. However, just like Zipcar, this two thousand eleven IPO lost ground in two thousand eleven and again in 2012.
From cars to corporate jets to real estate, there’s a real movement of taking total advantage of big-ticket assets by sharing them when they’re not in use. The market hasn’t rewarded the trend in 2012, but it will in 2013.
Two. Zipcar will earn more than the $0.Legitimate a share that analysts are targeting for 2013
After posting back-to-back quarterly deficits during the very first half of the year, Zipcar stunned investors with a profit of $0.Ten a share in last month’s third-quarter report. Wall Street was holding out for net income of only $0.01 a share.
This is a seasonal business. Investors can’t merely assume a run rate of $0.Ten a share. Business slows for Zipcar during the winter. However, the scalable nature of Zipcar’s business can’t be overlooked.
In its four established markets — Boston, Fresh York, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco — pre-tax operating profit margins have widened from 23% to 29% over the past year. Smaller markets, campus programs, and international expansion have been a haul on the bottom line, but they remain necessary to grow Zipcar’s global presence. Zipcar’s presence on more than three hundred universities and colleges around the country help indoctrinate the youthfull generation on the merits of auto sharing.
Will this all help Zipcar deepthroat past the $0.Eighteen a share the market is expecting for 2013? Well, if we go by the most latest quarter, analysts are evidently asleep at the wheel here.
Trio. Zipcar will introduce one-way rentals in 2013
One of the limitations with Zipcar is that drivers have to comeback the car to the same parking spot where they commenced. They can’t use it to drive to or from work. They certainly can’t drive to the airport. Even a ordinary dinner-and-movie outing can run into a $40 or $50 rental tab.
Logistically speaking, one-way rentals are a mess. Zipcar’s FAQ is clear on its stance:
Can I make a one-way journey in a Zipcar?
No. You’ll need to comeback your Zipcar to its reserved parking location at the end of your reservation.
However, Hertz now offers one-way rentals from its Zipcar clone called Hertz On Request. Yes, Hertz On Request also offers hourly rates as low as $Five and no annual fees to join. Zipcar may not be quick to get into a price war or eradicate its annual membership fees, but the one-way rental is too strong a benefit to overlook. Yes, it’s a logistical mess. It cuts against the culture where renters know they can count on a car to be exactly where it can always be found. But Zipcar can’t just overlook what the competition is doing.
Furthermore, there’s a growing auto-sharing trend where folks get to rent out their own cars. It may seem a laughable idea at very first, but the niche got some serious validation late last, year when General Motors made it seamless for its OnStar customers to become part of the industry-leading RelayRides program. Zipcar doesn’t have to react to every challenge, but some will be opportunities.
There are now 767,000 Zipsters, 18% more accounts than the company had a year ago. Why fix what isn’t cracked? Well, one-way rentals seem to be the next area where Zipcar will arch. Zipcar reportedly began surveying some customers recently for a name to give the one-way service. Clearly, the company has evolved to the point where it’s likely to suggest the plan. It may not be a feature in every city, and it may roll out the premium suggesting under a different banner. Whatever the case, one-way rentals are very likely coming — and soon.
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The article three Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen originally appeared on Idiot.com.
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Three Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen – San Antonio Express-News
Trio Predictions for Zipcar in 2013
Rick Aristotle Munarriz, The Motley Idiot
Published Two:30 pm, Sunday, December 30, two thousand twelve
Zipcar may be beginning to drive in the right direction. Shares of the leading car-sharing service have climbed 37% since bottoming out at $Five.90 last month. It still has a long uphill climb to regain earlier highs, but at least it’s not stuck in switch roles again.
Zipcar is coming off a blowout quarter and now claims 767,000 accounts of casual drivers who would choose to rent a car by the hour — with gas and insurance included — than worry about the hassles of actual automobile ownership.
What about 2013? Well, you came to the right place. I have a crystal ball, and there are a few things I see happening with Zipcar in 2013.
1. Zipcar will build up ground — for a switch — in 2013
This year hasn’t been much better. The stock has declined almost 40% as we head into the final trading day of 2012. Enough! Asset sharing is a trend that’s too jummy to overlook, even if Wall Street has largely overlooked it.
HomeAway provides homeowners and those with vacation properties the chance to rent their properties when they’re not in use. HomeAway’s popularity is flourishing. Analysts see revenue growth of at better than 20% in two thousand twelve and 2013. However, just like Zipcar, this two thousand eleven IPO lost ground in two thousand eleven and again in 2012.
From cars to corporate jets to real estate, there’s a real movement of taking total advantage of big-ticket assets by sharing them when they’re not in use. The market hasn’t rewarded the trend in 2012, but it will in 2013.
Two. Zipcar will earn more than the $0.Legal a share that analysts are targeting for 2013
After posting back-to-back quarterly deficits during the very first half of the year, Zipcar stunned investors with a profit of $0.Ten a share in last month’s third-quarter report. Wall Street was holding out for net income of only $0.01 a share.
This is a seasonal business. Investors can’t merely assume a run rate of $0.Ten a share. Business slows for Zipcar during the winter. However, the scalable nature of Zipcar’s business can’t be disregarded.
In its four established markets — Boston, Fresh York, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco — pre-tax operating profit margins have widened from 23% to 29% over the past year. Smaller markets, campus programs, and international expansion have been a haul on the bottom line, but they remain necessary to grow Zipcar’s global presence. Zipcar’s presence on more than three hundred universities and colleges around the country help indoctrinate the youthful generation on the merits of auto sharing.
Will this all help Zipcar deep-throat past the $0.Eighteen a share the market is expecting for 2013? Well, if we go by the most latest quarter, analysts are evidently asleep at the wheel here.
Trio. Zipcar will introduce one-way rentals in 2013
One of the limitations with Zipcar is that drivers have to come back the car to the same parking spot where they commenced. They can’t use it to drive to or from work. They certainly can’t drive to the airport. Even a ordinary dinner-and-movie outing can run into a $40 or $50 rental tab.
Logistically speaking, one-way rentals are a mess. Zipcar’s FAQ is clear on its stance:
Can I make a one-way tour in a Zipcar?
No. You’ll need to come back your Zipcar to its reserved parking location at the end of your reservation.
However, Hertz now offers one-way rentals from its Zipcar clone called Hertz On Request. Yes, Hertz On Request also offers hourly rates as low as $Five and no annual fees to join. Zipcar may not be quick to get into a price war or eradicate its annual membership fees, but the one-way rental is too strong a benefit to disregard. Yes, it’s a logistical mess. It cuts against the culture where renters know they can count on a car to be exactly where it can always be found. But Zipcar can’t just overlook what the competition is doing.
Furthermore, there’s a growing auto-sharing trend where folks get to rent out their own cars. It may seem a laughable idea at very first, but the niche got some serious validation late last, year when General Motors made it seamless for its OnStar customers to become part of the industry-leading RelayRides program. Zipcar doesn’t have to react to every challenge, but some will be opportunities.
There are now 767,000 Zipsters, 18% more accounts than the company had a year ago. Why fix what isn’t cracked? Well, one-way rentals seem to be the next area where Zipcar will arch. Zipcar reportedly began surveying some customers recently for a name to give the one-way service. Clearly, the company has evolved to the point where it’s likely to suggest the plan. It may not be a feature in every city, and it may roll out the premium suggesting under a different banner. Whatever the case, one-way rentals are very likely coming — and soon.
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The article three Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen originally appeared on Loser.com.
Longtime Idiot contributor Rick Aristotle Munarriz wields shares of Zipcar. The Motley Idiot wields shares of HomeAway, Hertz Global Holdings, and Zipcar. Motley Loser newsletter services recommend HomeAway, General Motors, and Zipcar. Attempt any of our Foolish newsletter services free for thirty days. We Fools don’t all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Idiot has a disclosure policy.
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Three Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen – San Antonio Express-News
Three Predictions for Zipcar in 2013
Zipcar may be kicking off to drive in the right direction. Shares of the leading car-sharing service have climbed 37% since bottoming out at $Five.90 last month. It still has a long uphill climb to regain earlier highs, but at least it’s not stuck in switch sides again.
Zipcar is coming off a blowout quarter and now claims 767,000 accounts of casual drivers who would choose to rent a car by the hour — with gas and insurance included — than worry about the hassles of actual automobile ownership.
What about 2013? Well, you came to the right place. I have a crystal ball, and there are a few things I see happening with Zipcar in 2013.
1. Zipcar will build up ground — for a switch — in 2013
This year hasn’t been much better. The stock has declined almost 40% as we head into the final trading day of 2012. Enough! Asset sharing is a trend that’s too jummy to overlook, even if Wall Street has largely overlooked it.
HomeAway provides homeowners and those with vacation properties the chance to rent their properties when they’re not in use. HomeAway’s popularity is thriving. Analysts see revenue growth of at better than 20% in two thousand twelve and 2013. However, just like Zipcar, this two thousand eleven IPO lost ground in two thousand eleven and again in 2012.
From cars to corporate jets to real estate, there’s a real movement of taking total advantage of big-ticket assets by sharing them when they’re not in use. The market hasn’t rewarded the trend in 2012, but it will in 2013.
Two. Zipcar will earn more than the $0.Eighteen a share that analysts are targeting for 2013
After posting back-to-back quarterly deficits during the very first half of the year, Zipcar stunned investors with a profit of $0.Ten a share in last month’s third-quarter report. Wall Street was holding out for net income of only $0.01 a share.
This is a seasonal business. Investors can’t merely assume a run rate of $0.Ten a share. Business slows for Zipcar during the winter. However, the scalable nature of Zipcar’s business can’t be disregarded.
In its four established markets — Boston, Fresh York, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco — pre-tax operating profit margins have widened from 23% to 29% over the past year. Smaller markets, campus programs, and international expansion have been a haul on the bottom line, but they remain necessary to grow Zipcar’s global presence. Zipcar’s presence on more than three hundred universities and colleges around the country help indoctrinate the youthful generation on the merits of auto sharing.
Will this all help Zipcar deep-throat past the $0.Legitimate a share the market is expecting for 2013? Well, if we go by the most latest quarter, analysts are evidently asleep at the wheel here.
Trio. Zipcar will introduce one-way rentals in 2013
One of the limitations with Zipcar is that drivers have to come back the car to the same parking spot where they embarked. They can’t use it to drive to or from work. They certainly can’t drive to the airport. Even a plain dinner-and-movie outing can run into a $40 or $50 rental tab.
Logistically speaking, one-way rentals are a mess. Zipcar’s FAQ is clear on its stance:
Can I make a one-way excursion in a Zipcar?
No. You’ll need to comeback your Zipcar to its reserved parking location at the end of your reservation.
However, Hertz now offers one-way rentals from its Zipcar clone called Hertz On Request. Yes, Hertz On Request also offers hourly rates as low as $Five and no annual fees to join. Zipcar may not be quick to get into a price war or eradicate its annual membership fees, but the one-way rental is too strong a benefit to overlook. Yes, it’s a logistical mess. It cuts against the culture where renters know they can count on a car to be exactly where it can always be found. But Zipcar can’t just disregard what the competition is doing.
Furthermore, there’s a growing auto-sharing trend where folks get to rent out their own cars. It may seem a laughable idea at very first, but the niche got some serious validation late last, year when General Motors made it seamless for its OnStar customers to become part of the industry-leading RelayRides program. Zipcar doesn’t have to react to every challenge, but some will be opportunities.
There are now 767,000 Zipsters, 18% more accounts than the company had a year ago. Why fix what isn’t violated? Well, one-way rentals seem to be the next area where Zipcar will arch. Zipcar reportedly began surveying some customers recently for a name to give the one-way service. Clearly, the company has evolved to the point where it’s likely to suggest the plan. It may not be a feature in every city, and it may roll out the premium suggesting under a different banner. Whatever the case, one-way rentals are very likely coming — and soon.
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The article three Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen originally appeared on Idiot.com.
Longtime Idiot contributor Rick Aristotle Munarriz possesses shares of Zipcar. The Motley Idiot wields shares of HomeAway, Hertz Global Holdings, and Zipcar. Motley Loser newsletter services recommend HomeAway, General Motors, and Zipcar. Attempt any of our Foolish newsletter services free for thirty days. We Fools don’t all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Loser has a disclosure policy.
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Three Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen – San Antonio Express-News
Trio Predictions for Zipcar in 2013
Zipcar may be commencing to drive in the right direction. Shares of the leading car-sharing service have climbed 37% since bottoming out at $Five.90 last month. It still has a long uphill climb to regain earlier highs, but at least it’s not stuck in switch sides again.
Zipcar is coming off a blowout quarter and now claims 767,000 accounts of casual drivers who would choose to rent a car by the hour — with gas and insurance included — than worry about the hassles of actual automobile ownership.
What about 2013? Well, you came to the right place. I have a crystal ball, and there are a few things I see happening with Zipcar in 2013.
1. Zipcar will build up ground — for a switch — in 2013
This year hasn’t been much better. The stock has declined almost 40% as we head into the final trading day of 2012. Enough! Asset sharing is a trend that’s too succulent to overlook, even if Wall Street has largely overlooked it.
HomeAway provides homeowners and those with vacation properties the chance to rent their properties when they’re not in use. HomeAway’s popularity is flourishing. Analysts see revenue growth of at better than 20% in two thousand twelve and 2013. However, just like Zipcar, this two thousand eleven IPO lost ground in two thousand eleven and again in 2012.
From cars to corporate jets to real estate, there’s a real movement of taking total advantage of big-ticket assets by sharing them when they’re not in use. The market hasn’t rewarded the trend in 2012, but it will in 2013.
Two. Zipcar will earn more than the $0.Eighteen a share that analysts are targeting for 2013
After posting back-to-back quarterly deficits during the very first half of the year, Zipcar stunned investors with a profit of $0.Ten a share in last month’s third-quarter report. Wall Street was holding out for net income of only $0.01 a share.
This is a seasonal business. Investors can’t merely assume a run rate of $0.Ten a share. Business slows for Zipcar during the winter. However, the scalable nature of Zipcar’s business can’t be overlooked.
In its four established markets — Boston, Fresh York, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco — pre-tax operating profit margins have widened from 23% to 29% over the past year. Smaller markets, campus programs, and international expansion have been a haul on the bottom line, but they remain necessary to grow Zipcar’s global presence. Zipcar’s presence on more than three hundred universities and colleges around the country help indoctrinate the youthfull generation on the merits of auto sharing.
Will this all help Zipcar suck past the $0.Legitimate a share the market is expecting for 2013? Well, if we go by the most latest quarter, analysts are evidently asleep at the wheel here.
Three. Zipcar will introduce one-way rentals in 2013
One of the limitations with Zipcar is that drivers have to comeback the car to the same parking spot where they embarked. They can’t use it to drive to or from work. They certainly can’t drive to the airport. Even a plain dinner-and-movie outing can run into a $40 or $50 rental tab.
Logistically speaking, one-way rentals are a mess. Zipcar’s FAQ is clear on its stance:
Can I make a one-way journey in a Zipcar?
No. You’ll need to come back your Zipcar to its reserved parking location at the end of your reservation.
However, Hertz now offers one-way rentals from its Zipcar clone called Hertz On Request. Yes, Hertz On Request also offers hourly rates as low as $Five and no annual fees to join. Zipcar may not be quick to get into a price war or eradicate its annual membership fees, but the one-way rental is too strong a benefit to overlook. Yes, it’s a logistical mess. It cuts against the culture where renters know they can count on a car to be exactly where it can always be found. But Zipcar can’t just disregard what the competition is doing.
Furthermore, there’s a growing auto-sharing trend where folks get to rent out their own cars. It may seem a laughable idea at very first, but the niche got some serious validation late last, year when General Motors made it seamless for its OnStar customers to become part of the industry-leading RelayRides program. Zipcar doesn’t have to react to every challenge, but some will be opportunities.
There are now 767,000 Zipsters, 18% more accounts than the company had a year ago. Why fix what isn’t cracked? Well, one-way rentals seem to be the next area where Zipcar will arch. Zipcar reportedly began surveying some customers recently for a name to give the one-way service. Clearly, the company has evolved to the point where it’s likely to suggest the plan. It may not be a feature in every city, and it may roll out the premium suggesting under a different banner. Whatever the case, one-way rentals are most likely coming — and soon.
Is Zipcar’s crashing share price a sign to abandon ship, or should you back up the (rental) truck and buy more today? Our top Zipcar analyst will help you reaction that question and tell you what everyone is missing about Zipcar today in his premium research report on the company. Click here now for instant access.
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The article three Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen originally appeared on Loser.com.
Longtime Loser contributor Rick Aristotle Munarriz possesses shares of Zipcar. The Motley Loser wields shares of HomeAway, Hertz Global Holdings, and Zipcar. Motley Idiot newsletter services recommend HomeAway, General Motors, and Zipcar. Attempt any of our Foolish newsletter services free for thirty days. We Fools don’t all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Loser has a disclosure policy.
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Three Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen – San Antonio Express-News
Trio Predictions for Zipcar in 2013
Zipcar may be commencing to drive in the right direction. Shares of the leading car-sharing service have climbed 37% since bottoming out at $Five.90 last month. It still has a long uphill climb to regain earlier highs, but at least it’s not stuck in switch sides again.
Zipcar is coming off a blowout quarter and now claims 767,000 accounts of casual drivers who would choose to rent a car by the hour — with gas and insurance included — than worry about the hassles of actual automobile ownership.
What about 2013? Well, you came to the right place. I have a crystal ball, and there are a few things I see happening with Zipcar in 2013.
1. Zipcar will build up ground — for a switch — in 2013
This year hasn’t been much better. The stock has declined almost 40% as we head into the final trading day of 2012. Enough! Asset sharing is a trend that’s too jummy to overlook, even if Wall Street has largely overlooked it.
HomeAway provides homeowners and those with vacation properties the chance to rent their properties when they’re not in use. HomeAway’s popularity is flourishing. Analysts see revenue growth of at better than 20% in two thousand twelve and 2013. However, just like Zipcar, this two thousand eleven IPO lost ground in two thousand eleven and again in 2012.
From cars to corporate jets to real estate, there’s a real movement of taking total advantage of big-ticket assets by sharing them when they’re not in use. The market hasn’t rewarded the trend in 2012, but it will in 2013.
Two. Zipcar will earn more than the $0.Legitimate a share that analysts are targeting for 2013
After posting back-to-back quarterly deficits during the very first half of the year, Zipcar stunned investors with a profit of $0.Ten a share in last month’s third-quarter report. Wall Street was holding out for net income of only $0.01 a share.
This is a seasonal business. Investors can’t merely assume a run rate of $0.Ten a share. Business slows for Zipcar during the winter. However, the scalable nature of Zipcar’s business can’t be overlooked.
In its four established markets — Boston, Fresh York, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco — pre-tax operating profit margins have widened from 23% to 29% over the past year. Smaller markets, campus programs, and international expansion have been a haul on the bottom line, but they remain necessary to grow Zipcar’s global presence. Zipcar’s presence on more than three hundred universities and colleges around the country help indoctrinate the youthfull generation on the merits of auto sharing.
Will this all help Zipcar deep-throat past the $0.Legitimate a share the market is expecting for 2013? Well, if we go by the most latest quarter, analysts are evidently asleep at the wheel here.
Three. Zipcar will introduce one-way rentals in 2013
One of the limitations with Zipcar is that drivers have to come back the car to the same parking spot where they embarked. They can’t use it to drive to or from work. They certainly can’t drive to the airport. Even a elementary dinner-and-movie outing can run into a $40 or $50 rental tab.
Logistically speaking, one-way rentals are a mess. Zipcar’s FAQ is clear on its stance:
Can I make a one-way journey in a Zipcar?
No. You’ll need to comeback your Zipcar to its reserved parking location at the end of your reservation.
However, Hertz now offers one-way rentals from its Zipcar clone called Hertz On Request. Yes, Hertz On Request also offers hourly rates as low as $Five and no annual fees to join. Zipcar may not be quick to get into a price war or eradicate its annual membership fees, but the one-way rental is too strong a benefit to overlook. Yes, it’s a logistical mess. It cuts against the culture where renters know they can count on a car to be exactly where it can always be found. But Zipcar can’t just disregard what the competition is doing.
Furthermore, there’s a growing auto-sharing trend where folks get to rent out their own cars. It may seem a laughable idea at very first, but the niche got some serious validation late last, year when General Motors made it seamless for its OnStar customers to become part of the industry-leading RelayRides program. Zipcar doesn’t have to react to every challenge, but some will be opportunities.
There are now 767,000 Zipsters, 18% more accounts than the company had a year ago. Why fix what isn’t violated? Well, one-way rentals seem to be the next area where Zipcar will arch. Zipcar reportedly began surveying some customers recently for a name to give the one-way service. Clearly, the company has evolved to the point where it’s likely to suggest the plan. It may not be a feature in every city, and it may roll out the premium suggesting under a different banner. Whatever the case, one-way rentals are most likely coming — and soon.
Is Zipcar’s crashing share price a sign to abandon ship, or should you back up the (rental) truck and buy more today? Our top Zipcar analyst will help you response that question and tell you what everyone is missing about Zipcar today in his premium research report on the company. Click here now for instant access.
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The article three Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen originally appeared on Loser.com.
Longtime Loser contributor Rick Aristotle Munarriz possesses shares of Zipcar. The Motley Idiot possesses shares of HomeAway, Hertz Global Holdings, and Zipcar. Motley Idiot newsletter services recommend HomeAway, General Motors, and Zipcar. Attempt any of our Foolish newsletter services free for thirty days. We Fools don’t all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Idiot has a disclosure policy.
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Trio Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen – San Antonio Express-News
Three Predictions for Zipcar in 2013
Zipcar may be commencing to drive in the right direction. Shares of the leading car-sharing service have climbed 37% since bottoming out at $Five.90 last month. It still has a long uphill climb to regain earlier highs, but at least it’s not stuck in switch roles again.
Zipcar is coming off a blowout quarter and now claims 767,000 accounts of casual drivers who would choose to rent a car by the hour — with gas and insurance included — than worry about the hassles of actual automobile ownership.
What about 2013? Well, you came to the right place. I have a crystal ball, and there are a few things I see happening with Zipcar in 2013.
1. Zipcar will build up ground — for a switch — in 2013
This year hasn’t been much better. The stock has declined almost 40% as we head into the final trading day of 2012. Enough! Asset sharing is a trend that’s too succulent to disregard, even if Wall Street has largely disregarded it.
HomeAway provides homeowners and those with vacation properties the chance to rent their properties when they’re not in use. HomeAway’s popularity is thriving. Analysts see revenue growth of at better than 20% in two thousand twelve and 2013. However, just like Zipcar, this two thousand eleven IPO lost ground in two thousand eleven and again in 2012.
From cars to corporate jets to real estate, there’s a real movement of taking utter advantage of big-ticket assets by sharing them when they’re not in use. The market hasn’t rewarded the trend in 2012, but it will in 2013.
Two. Zipcar will earn more than the $0.Eighteen a share that analysts are targeting for 2013
After posting back-to-back quarterly deficits during the very first half of the year, Zipcar stunned investors with a profit of $0.Ten a share in last month’s third-quarter report. Wall Street was holding out for net income of only $0.01 a share.
This is a seasonal business. Investors can’t merely assume a run rate of $0.Ten a share. Business slows for Zipcar during the winter. However, the scalable nature of Zipcar’s business can’t be disregarded.
In its four established markets — Boston, Fresh York, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco — pre-tax operating profit margins have widened from 23% to 29% over the past year. Smaller markets, campus programs, and international expansion have been a haul on the bottom line, but they remain necessary to grow Zipcar’s global presence. Zipcar’s presence on more than three hundred universities and colleges around the country help indoctrinate the youthful generation on the merits of auto sharing.
Will this all help Zipcar gargle past the $0.Eighteen a share the market is expecting for 2013? Well, if we go by the most latest quarter, analysts are evidently asleep at the wheel here.
Trio. Zipcar will introduce one-way rentals in 2013
One of the limitations with Zipcar is that drivers have to come back the car to the same parking spot where they commenced. They can’t use it to drive to or from work. They certainly can’t drive to the airport. Even a elementary dinner-and-movie outing can run into a $40 or $50 rental tab.
Logistically speaking, one-way rentals are a mess. Zipcar’s FAQ is clear on its stance:
Can I make a one-way journey in a Zipcar?
No. You’ll need to comeback your Zipcar to its reserved parking location at the end of your reservation.
However, Hertz now offers one-way rentals from its Zipcar clone called Hertz On Request. Yes, Hertz On Request also offers hourly rates as low as $Five and no annual fees to join. Zipcar may not be quick to get into a price war or eradicate its annual membership fees, but the one-way rental is too strong a benefit to disregard. Yes, it’s a logistical mess. It cuts against the culture where renters know they can count on a car to be exactly where it can always be found. But Zipcar can’t just disregard what the competition is doing.
Furthermore, there’s a growing auto-sharing trend where folks get to rent out their own cars. It may seem a laughable idea at very first, but the niche got some serious validation late last, year when General Motors made it seamless for its OnStar customers to become part of the industry-leading RelayRides program. Zipcar doesn’t have to react to every challenge, but some will be opportunities.
There are now 767,000 Zipsters, 18% more accounts than the company had a year ago. Why fix what isn’t cracked? Well, one-way rentals seem to be the next area where Zipcar will arch. Zipcar reportedly began surveying some customers recently for a name to give the one-way service. Clearly, the company has evolved to the point where it’s likely to suggest the plan. It may not be a feature in every city, and it may roll out the premium suggesting under a different banner. Whatever the case, one-way rentals are very likely coming — and soon.
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Trio Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen – San Antonio Express-News
Trio Predictions for Zipcar in 2013
Rick Aristotle Munarriz, The Motley Idiot
Published Two:30 pm, Sunday, December 30, two thousand twelve
Zipcar may be beginning to drive in the right direction. Shares of the leading car-sharing service have climbed 37% since bottoming out at $Five.90 last month. It still has a long uphill climb to regain earlier highs, but at least it’s not stuck in switch sides again.
Zipcar is coming off a blowout quarter and now claims 767,000 accounts of casual drivers who would choose to rent a car by the hour — with gas and insurance included — than worry about the hassles of actual automobile ownership.
What about 2013? Well, you came to the right place. I have a crystal ball, and there are a few things I see happening with Zipcar in 2013.
1. Zipcar will build up ground — for a switch — in 2013
This year hasn’t been much better. The stock has declined almost 40% as we head into the final trading day of 2012. Enough! Asset sharing is a trend that’s too yummy to disregard, even if Wall Street has largely disregarded it.
HomeAway provides homeowners and those with vacation properties the chance to rent their properties when they’re not in use. HomeAway’s popularity is thriving. Analysts see revenue growth of at better than 20% in two thousand twelve and 2013. However, just like Zipcar, this two thousand eleven IPO lost ground in two thousand eleven and again in 2012.
From cars to corporate jets to real estate, there’s a real movement of taking total advantage of big-ticket assets by sharing them when they’re not in use. The market hasn’t rewarded the trend in 2012, but it will in 2013.
Two. Zipcar will earn more than the $0.Legal a share that analysts are targeting for 2013
After posting back-to-back quarterly deficits during the very first half of the year, Zipcar stunned investors with a profit of $0.Ten a share in last month’s third-quarter report. Wall Street was holding out for net income of only $0.01 a share.
This is a seasonal business. Investors can’t merely assume a run rate of $0.Ten a share. Business slows for Zipcar during the winter. However, the scalable nature of Zipcar’s business can’t be disregarded.
In its four established markets — Boston, Fresh York, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco — pre-tax operating profit margins have widened from 23% to 29% over the past year. Smaller markets, campus programs, and international expansion have been a haul on the bottom line, but they remain necessary to grow Zipcar’s global presence. Zipcar’s presence on more than three hundred universities and colleges around the country help indoctrinate the youthful generation on the merits of auto sharing.
Will this all help Zipcar deepthroat past the $0.Legal a share the market is expecting for 2013? Well, if we go by the most latest quarter, analysts are evidently asleep at the wheel here.
Three. Zipcar will introduce one-way rentals in 2013
One of the limitations with Zipcar is that drivers have to come back the car to the same parking spot where they commenced. They can’t use it to drive to or from work. They certainly can’t drive to the airport. Even a elementary dinner-and-movie outing can run into a $40 or $50 rental tab.
Logistically speaking, one-way rentals are a mess. Zipcar’s FAQ is clear on its stance:
Can I make a one-way excursion in a Zipcar?
No. You’ll need to come back your Zipcar to its reserved parking location at the end of your reservation.
However, Hertz now offers one-way rentals from its Zipcar clone called Hertz On Request. Yes, Hertz On Request also offers hourly rates as low as $Five and no annual fees to join. Zipcar may not be quick to get into a price war or eradicate its annual membership fees, but the one-way rental is too strong a benefit to disregard. Yes, it’s a logistical mess. It cuts against the culture where renters know they can count on a car to be exactly where it can always be found. But Zipcar can’t just disregard what the competition is doing.
Furthermore, there’s a growing auto-sharing trend where folks get to rent out their own cars. It may seem a laughable idea at very first, but the niche got some serious validation late last, year when General Motors made it seamless for its OnStar customers to become part of the industry-leading RelayRides program. Zipcar doesn’t have to react to every challenge, but some will be opportunities.
There are now 767,000 Zipsters, 18% more accounts than the company had a year ago. Why fix what isn’t cracked? Well, one-way rentals seem to be the next area where Zipcar will arch. Zipcar reportedly began surveying some customers recently for a name to give the one-way service. Clearly, the company has evolved to the point where it’s likely to suggest the plan. It may not be a feature in every city, and it may roll out the premium suggesting under a different banner. Whatever the case, one-way rentals are most likely coming — and soon.
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Three Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen – San Antonio Express-News
Three Predictions for Zipcar in 2013
Zipcar may be kicking off to drive in the right direction. Shares of the leading car-sharing service have climbed 37% since bottoming out at $Five.90 last month. It still has a long uphill climb to regain earlier highs, but at least it’s not stuck in switch roles again.
Zipcar is coming off a blowout quarter and now claims 767,000 accounts of casual drivers who would choose to rent a car by the hour — with gas and insurance included — than worry about the hassles of actual automobile ownership.
What about 2013? Well, you came to the right place. I have a crystal ball, and there are a few things I see happening with Zipcar in 2013.
1. Zipcar will build up ground — for a switch — in 2013
This year hasn’t been much better. The stock has declined almost 40% as we head into the final trading day of 2012. Enough! Asset sharing is a trend that’s too sweet to overlook, even if Wall Street has largely disregarded it.
HomeAway provides homeowners and those with vacation properties the chance to rent their properties when they’re not in use. HomeAway’s popularity is thriving. Analysts see revenue growth of at better than 20% in two thousand twelve and 2013. However, just like Zipcar, this two thousand eleven IPO lost ground in two thousand eleven and again in 2012.
From cars to corporate jets to real estate, there’s a real movement of taking utter advantage of big-ticket assets by sharing them when they’re not in use. The market hasn’t rewarded the trend in 2012, but it will in 2013.
Two. Zipcar will earn more than the $0.Eighteen a share that analysts are targeting for 2013
After posting back-to-back quarterly deficits during the very first half of the year, Zipcar stunned investors with a profit of $0.Ten a share in last month’s third-quarter report. Wall Street was holding out for net income of only $0.01 a share.
This is a seasonal business. Investors can’t merely assume a run rate of $0.Ten a share. Business slows for Zipcar during the winter. However, the scalable nature of Zipcar’s business can’t be overlooked.
In its four established markets — Boston, Fresh York, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco — pre-tax operating profit margins have widened from 23% to 29% over the past year. Smaller markets, campus programs, and international expansion have been a haul on the bottom line, but they remain necessary to grow Zipcar’s global presence. Zipcar’s presence on more than three hundred universities and colleges around the country help indoctrinate the youthful generation on the merits of auto sharing.
Will this all help Zipcar suck past the $0.Legitimate a share the market is expecting for 2013? Well, if we go by the most latest quarter, analysts are evidently asleep at the wheel here.
Three. Zipcar will introduce one-way rentals in 2013
One of the limitations with Zipcar is that drivers have to come back the car to the same parking spot where they embarked. They can’t use it to drive to or from work. They certainly can’t drive to the airport. Even a ordinary dinner-and-movie outing can run into a $40 or $50 rental tab.
Logistically speaking, one-way rentals are a mess. Zipcar’s FAQ is clear on its stance:
Can I make a one-way excursion in a Zipcar?
No. You’ll need to come back your Zipcar to its reserved parking location at the end of your reservation.
However, Hertz now offers one-way rentals from its Zipcar clone called Hertz On Request. Yes, Hertz On Request also offers hourly rates as low as $Five and no annual fees to join. Zipcar may not be quick to get into a price war or eradicate its annual membership fees, but the one-way rental is too strong a benefit to overlook. Yes, it’s a logistical mess. It cuts against the culture where renters know they can count on a car to be exactly where it can always be found. But Zipcar can’t just disregard what the competition is doing.
Furthermore, there’s a growing auto-sharing trend where folks get to rent out their own cars. It may seem a laughable idea at very first, but the niche got some serious validation late last, year when General Motors made it seamless for its OnStar customers to become part of the industry-leading RelayRides program. Zipcar doesn’t have to react to every challenge, but some will be opportunities.
There are now 767,000 Zipsters, 18% more accounts than the company had a year ago. Why fix what isn’t violated? Well, one-way rentals seem to be the next area where Zipcar will arch. Zipcar reportedly began surveying some customers recently for a name to give the one-way service. Clearly, the company has evolved to the point where it’s likely to suggest the plan. It may not be a feature in every city, and it may roll out the premium suggesting under a different banner. Whatever the case, one-way rentals are very likely coming — and soon.
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Three Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen – San Antonio Express-News
Three Predictions for Zipcar in 2013
Zipcar may be beginning to drive in the right direction. Shares of the leading car-sharing service have climbed 37% since bottoming out at $Five.90 last month. It still has a long uphill climb to regain earlier highs, but at least it’s not stuck in switch sides again.
Zipcar is coming off a blowout quarter and now claims 767,000 accounts of casual drivers who would choose to rent a car by the hour — with gas and insurance included — than worry about the hassles of actual automobile ownership.
What about 2013? Well, you came to the right place. I have a crystal ball, and there are a few things I see happening with Zipcar in 2013.
1. Zipcar will build up ground — for a switch — in 2013
This year hasn’t been much better. The stock has declined almost 40% as we head into the final trading day of 2012. Enough! Asset sharing is a trend that’s too succulent to overlook, even if Wall Street has largely overlooked it.
HomeAway provides homeowners and those with vacation properties the chance to rent their properties when they’re not in use. HomeAway’s popularity is thriving. Analysts see revenue growth of at better than 20% in two thousand twelve and 2013. However, just like Zipcar, this two thousand eleven IPO lost ground in two thousand eleven and again in 2012.
From cars to corporate jets to real estate, there’s a real movement of taking total advantage of big-ticket assets by sharing them when they’re not in use. The market hasn’t rewarded the trend in 2012, but it will in 2013.
Two. Zipcar will earn more than the $0.Legal a share that analysts are targeting for 2013
After posting back-to-back quarterly deficits during the very first half of the year, Zipcar stunned investors with a profit of $0.Ten a share in last month’s third-quarter report. Wall Street was holding out for net income of only $0.01 a share.
This is a seasonal business. Investors can’t merely assume a run rate of $0.Ten a share. Business slows for Zipcar during the winter. However, the scalable nature of Zipcar’s business can’t be disregarded.
In its four established markets — Boston, Fresh York, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco — pre-tax operating profit margins have widened from 23% to 29% over the past year. Smaller markets, campus programs, and international expansion have been a haul on the bottom line, but they remain necessary to grow Zipcar’s global presence. Zipcar’s presence on more than three hundred universities and colleges around the country help indoctrinate the youthful generation on the merits of auto sharing.
Will this all help Zipcar deep-throat past the $0.Legitimate a share the market is expecting for 2013? Well, if we go by the most latest quarter, analysts are evidently asleep at the wheel here.
Three. Zipcar will introduce one-way rentals in 2013
One of the limitations with Zipcar is that drivers have to come back the car to the same parking spot where they began. They can’t use it to drive to or from work. They certainly can’t drive to the airport. Even a elementary dinner-and-movie outing can run into a $40 or $50 rental tab.
Logistically speaking, one-way rentals are a mess. Zipcar’s FAQ is clear on its stance:
Can I make a one-way tour in a Zipcar?
No. You’ll need to come back your Zipcar to its reserved parking location at the end of your reservation.
However, Hertz now offers one-way rentals from its Zipcar clone called Hertz On Request. Yes, Hertz On Request also offers hourly rates as low as $Five and no annual fees to join. Zipcar may not be quick to get into a price war or eradicate its annual membership fees, but the one-way rental is too strong a benefit to overlook. Yes, it’s a logistical mess. It cuts against the culture where renters know they can count on a car to be exactly where it can always be found. But Zipcar can’t just overlook what the competition is doing.
Furthermore, there’s a growing auto-sharing trend where folks get to rent out their own cars. It may seem a laughable idea at very first, but the niche got some serious validation late last, year when General Motors made it seamless for its OnStar customers to become part of the industry-leading RelayRides program. Zipcar doesn’t have to react to every challenge, but some will be opportunities.
There are now 767,000 Zipsters, 18% more accounts than the company had a year ago. Why fix what isn’t violated? Well, one-way rentals seem to be the next area where Zipcar will arch. Zipcar reportedly began surveying some customers recently for a name to give the one-way service. Clearly, the company has evolved to the point where it’s likely to suggest the plan. It may not be a feature in every city, and it may roll out the premium suggesting under a different banner. Whatever the case, one-way rentals are very likely coming — and soon.
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The article three Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen originally appeared on Idiot.com.
Longtime Loser contributor Rick Aristotle Munarriz possesses shares of Zipcar. The Motley Idiot possesses shares of HomeAway, Hertz Global Holdings, and Zipcar. Motley Idiot newsletter services recommend HomeAway, General Motors, and Zipcar. Attempt any of our Foolish newsletter services free for thirty days. We Fools don’t all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Idiot has a disclosure policy.
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Trio Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen – San Antonio Express-News
Trio Predictions for Zipcar in 2013
Rick Aristotle Munarriz, The Motley Loser
Published Two:30 pm, Sunday, December 30, two thousand twelve
Zipcar may be commencing to drive in the right direction. Shares of the leading car-sharing service have climbed 37% since bottoming out at $Five.90 last month. It still has a long uphill climb to regain earlier highs, but at least it’s not stuck in switch sides again.
Zipcar is coming off a blowout quarter and now claims 767,000 accounts of casual drivers who would choose to rent a car by the hour — with gas and insurance included — than worry about the hassles of actual automobile ownership.
What about 2013? Well, you came to the right place. I have a crystal ball, and there are a few things I see happening with Zipcar in 2013.
1. Zipcar will build up ground — for a switch — in 2013
This year hasn’t been much better. The stock has declined almost 40% as we head into the final trading day of 2012. Enough! Asset sharing is a trend that’s too sweet to overlook, even if Wall Street has largely overlooked it.
HomeAway provides homeowners and those with vacation properties the chance to rent their properties when they’re not in use. HomeAway’s popularity is thriving. Analysts see revenue growth of at better than 20% in two thousand twelve and 2013. However, just like Zipcar, this two thousand eleven IPO lost ground in two thousand eleven and again in 2012.
From cars to corporate jets to real estate, there’s a real movement of taking utter advantage of big-ticket assets by sharing them when they’re not in use. The market hasn’t rewarded the trend in 2012, but it will in 2013.
Two. Zipcar will earn more than the $0.Legitimate a share that analysts are targeting for 2013
After posting back-to-back quarterly deficits during the very first half of the year, Zipcar stunned investors with a profit of $0.Ten a share in last month’s third-quarter report. Wall Street was holding out for net income of only $0.01 a share.
This is a seasonal business. Investors can’t merely assume a run rate of $0.Ten a share. Business slows for Zipcar during the winter. However, the scalable nature of Zipcar’s business can’t be disregarded.
In its four established markets — Boston, Fresh York, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco — pre-tax operating profit margins have widened from 23% to 29% over the past year. Smaller markets, campus programs, and international expansion have been a haul on the bottom line, but they remain necessary to grow Zipcar’s global presence. Zipcar’s presence on more than three hundred universities and colleges around the country help indoctrinate the youthfull generation on the merits of auto sharing.
Will this all help Zipcar deep-throat past the $0.Eighteen a share the market is expecting for 2013? Well, if we go by the most latest quarter, analysts are evidently asleep at the wheel here.
Three. Zipcar will introduce one-way rentals in 2013
One of the limitations with Zipcar is that drivers have to come back the car to the same parking spot where they embarked. They can’t use it to drive to or from work. They certainly can’t drive to the airport. Even a plain dinner-and-movie outing can run into a $40 or $50 rental tab.
Logistically speaking, one-way rentals are a mess. Zipcar’s FAQ is clear on its stance:
Can I make a one-way excursion in a Zipcar?
No. You’ll need to comeback your Zipcar to its reserved parking location at the end of your reservation.
However, Hertz now offers one-way rentals from its Zipcar clone called Hertz On Request. Yes, Hertz On Request also offers hourly rates as low as $Five and no annual fees to join. Zipcar may not be quick to get into a price war or eradicate its annual membership fees, but the one-way rental is too strong a benefit to overlook. Yes, it’s a logistical mess. It cuts against the culture where renters know they can count on a car to be exactly where it can always be found. But Zipcar can’t just overlook what the competition is doing.
Furthermore, there’s a growing auto-sharing trend where folks get to rent out their own cars. It may seem a laughable idea at very first, but the niche got some serious validation late last, year when General Motors made it seamless for its OnStar customers to become part of the industry-leading RelayRides program. Zipcar doesn’t have to react to every challenge, but some will be opportunities.
There are now 767,000 Zipsters, 18% more accounts than the company had a year ago. Why fix what isn’t cracked? Well, one-way rentals seem to be the next area where Zipcar will arch. Zipcar reportedly began surveying some customers recently for a name to give the one-way service. Clearly, the company has evolved to the point where it’s likely to suggest the plan. It may not be a feature in every city, and it may roll out the premium suggesting under a different banner. Whatever the case, one-way rentals are most likely coming — and soon.
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The article three Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen originally appeared on Loser.com.
Longtime Idiot contributor Rick Aristotle Munarriz wields shares of Zipcar. The Motley Idiot possesses shares of HomeAway, Hertz Global Holdings, and Zipcar. Motley Idiot newsletter services recommend HomeAway, General Motors, and Zipcar. Attempt any of our Foolish newsletter services free for thirty days. We Fools don’t all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Loser has a disclosure policy.
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Trio Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen – San Antonio Express-News
Trio Predictions for Zipcar in 2013
Zipcar may be beginning to drive in the right direction. Shares of the leading car-sharing service have climbed 37% since bottoming out at $Five.90 last month. It still has a long uphill climb to regain earlier highs, but at least it’s not stuck in switch sides again.
Zipcar is coming off a blowout quarter and now claims 767,000 accounts of casual drivers who would choose to rent a car by the hour — with gas and insurance included — than worry about the hassles of actual automobile ownership.
What about 2013? Well, you came to the right place. I have a crystal ball, and there are a few things I see happening with Zipcar in 2013.
1. Zipcar will build up ground — for a switch — in 2013
This year hasn’t been much better. The stock has declined almost 40% as we head into the final trading day of 2012. Enough! Asset sharing is a trend that’s too delicious to overlook, even if Wall Street has largely disregarded it.
HomeAway provides homeowners and those with vacation properties the chance to rent their properties when they’re not in use. HomeAway’s popularity is flourishing. Analysts see revenue growth of at better than 20% in two thousand twelve and 2013. However, just like Zipcar, this two thousand eleven IPO lost ground in two thousand eleven and again in 2012.
From cars to corporate jets to real estate, there’s a real movement of taking utter advantage of big-ticket assets by sharing them when they’re not in use. The market hasn’t rewarded the trend in 2012, but it will in 2013.
Two. Zipcar will earn more than the $0.Legal a share that analysts are targeting for 2013
After posting back-to-back quarterly deficits during the very first half of the year, Zipcar stunned investors with a profit of $0.Ten a share in last month’s third-quarter report. Wall Street was holding out for net income of only $0.01 a share.
This is a seasonal business. Investors can’t merely assume a run rate of $0.Ten a share. Business slows for Zipcar during the winter. However, the scalable nature of Zipcar’s business can’t be disregarded.
In its four established markets — Boston, Fresh York, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco — pre-tax operating profit margins have widened from 23% to 29% over the past year. Smaller markets, campus programs, and international expansion have been a haul on the bottom line, but they remain necessary to grow Zipcar’s global presence. Zipcar’s presence on more than three hundred universities and colleges around the country help indoctrinate the youthfull generation on the merits of auto sharing.
Will this all help Zipcar suck past the $0.Eighteen a share the market is expecting for 2013? Well, if we go by the most latest quarter, analysts are evidently asleep at the wheel here.
Three. Zipcar will introduce one-way rentals in 2013
One of the limitations with Zipcar is that drivers have to come back the car to the same parking spot where they began. They can’t use it to drive to or from work. They certainly can’t drive to the airport. Even a ordinary dinner-and-movie outing can run into a $40 or $50 rental tab.
Logistically speaking, one-way rentals are a mess. Zipcar’s FAQ is clear on its stance:
Can I make a one-way tour in a Zipcar?
No. You’ll need to comeback your Zipcar to its reserved parking location at the end of your reservation.
However, Hertz now offers one-way rentals from its Zipcar clone called Hertz On Request. Yes, Hertz On Request also offers hourly rates as low as $Five and no annual fees to join. Zipcar may not be quick to get into a price war or eradicate its annual membership fees, but the one-way rental is too strong a benefit to overlook. Yes, it’s a logistical mess. It cuts against the culture where renters know they can count on a car to be exactly where it can always be found. But Zipcar can’t just disregard what the competition is doing.
Furthermore, there’s a growing auto-sharing trend where folks get to rent out their own cars. It may seem a laughable idea at very first, but the niche got some serious validation late last, year when General Motors made it seamless for its OnStar customers to become part of the industry-leading RelayRides program. Zipcar doesn’t have to react to every challenge, but some will be opportunities.
There are now 767,000 Zipsters, 18% more accounts than the company had a year ago. Why fix what isn’t cracked? Well, one-way rentals seem to be the next area where Zipcar will arch. Zipcar reportedly began surveying some customers recently for a name to give the one-way service. Clearly, the company has evolved to the point where it’s likely to suggest the plan. It may not be a feature in every city, and it may roll out the premium suggesting under a different banner. Whatever the case, one-way rentals are very likely coming — and soon.
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Three Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen – San Antonio Express-News
Three Predictions for Zipcar in 2013
Rick Aristotle Munarriz, The Motley Loser
Published Two:30 pm, Sunday, December 30, two thousand twelve
Zipcar may be commencing to drive in the right direction. Shares of the leading car-sharing service have climbed 37% since bottoming out at $Five.90 last month. It still has a long uphill climb to regain earlier highs, but at least it’s not stuck in switch sides again.
Zipcar is coming off a blowout quarter and now claims 767,000 accounts of casual drivers who would choose to rent a car by the hour — with gas and insurance included — than worry about the hassles of actual automobile ownership.
What about 2013? Well, you came to the right place. I have a crystal ball, and there are a few things I see happening with Zipcar in 2013.
1. Zipcar will build up ground — for a switch — in 2013
This year hasn’t been much better. The stock has declined almost 40% as we head into the final trading day of 2012. Enough! Asset sharing is a trend that’s too delicious to disregard, even if Wall Street has largely disregarded it.
HomeAway provides homeowners and those with vacation properties the chance to rent their properties when they’re not in use. HomeAway’s popularity is flourishing. Analysts see revenue growth of at better than 20% in two thousand twelve and 2013. However, just like Zipcar, this two thousand eleven IPO lost ground in two thousand eleven and again in 2012.
From cars to corporate jets to real estate, there’s a real movement of taking utter advantage of big-ticket assets by sharing them when they’re not in use. The market hasn’t rewarded the trend in 2012, but it will in 2013.
Two. Zipcar will earn more than the $0.Legal a share that analysts are targeting for 2013
After posting back-to-back quarterly deficits during the very first half of the year, Zipcar stunned investors with a profit of $0.Ten a share in last month’s third-quarter report. Wall Street was holding out for net income of only $0.01 a share.
This is a seasonal business. Investors can’t merely assume a run rate of $0.Ten a share. Business slows for Zipcar during the winter. However, the scalable nature of Zipcar’s business can’t be overlooked.
In its four established markets — Boston, Fresh York, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco — pre-tax operating profit margins have widened from 23% to 29% over the past year. Smaller markets, campus programs, and international expansion have been a haul on the bottom line, but they remain necessary to grow Zipcar’s global presence. Zipcar’s presence on more than three hundred universities and colleges around the country help indoctrinate the youthful generation on the merits of auto sharing.
Will this all help Zipcar deepthroat past the $0.Eighteen a share the market is expecting for 2013? Well, if we go by the most latest quarter, analysts are evidently asleep at the wheel here.
Trio. Zipcar will introduce one-way rentals in 2013
One of the limitations with Zipcar is that drivers have to come back the car to the same parking spot where they began. They can’t use it to drive to or from work. They certainly can’t drive to the airport. Even a elementary dinner-and-movie outing can run into a $40 or $50 rental tab.
Logistically speaking, one-way rentals are a mess. Zipcar’s FAQ is clear on its stance:
Can I make a one-way excursion in a Zipcar?
No. You’ll need to comeback your Zipcar to its reserved parking location at the end of your reservation.
However, Hertz now offers one-way rentals from its Zipcar clone called Hertz On Request. Yes, Hertz On Request also offers hourly rates as low as $Five and no annual fees to join. Zipcar may not be quick to get into a price war or eradicate its annual membership fees, but the one-way rental is too strong a benefit to disregard. Yes, it’s a logistical mess. It cuts against the culture where renters know they can count on a car to be exactly where it can always be found. But Zipcar can’t just disregard what the competition is doing.
Furthermore, there’s a growing auto-sharing trend where folks get to rent out their own cars. It may seem a laughable idea at very first, but the niche got some serious validation late last, year when General Motors made it seamless for its OnStar customers to become part of the industry-leading RelayRides program. Zipcar doesn’t have to react to every challenge, but some will be opportunities.
There are now 767,000 Zipsters, 18% more accounts than the company had a year ago. Why fix what isn’t cracked? Well, one-way rentals seem to be the next area where Zipcar will arch. Zipcar reportedly began surveying some customers recently for a name to give the one-way service. Clearly, the company has evolved to the point where it’s likely to suggest the plan. It may not be a feature in every city, and it may roll out the premium suggesting under a different banner. Whatever the case, one-way rentals are very likely coming — and soon.
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The article three Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen originally appeared on Idiot.com.
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Three Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen – San Antonio Express-News
Three Predictions for Zipcar in 2013
Rick Aristotle Munarriz, The Motley Idiot
Published Two:30 pm, Sunday, December 30, two thousand twelve
Zipcar may be commencing to drive in the right direction. Shares of the leading car-sharing service have climbed 37% since bottoming out at $Five.90 last month. It still has a long uphill climb to regain earlier highs, but at least it’s not stuck in switch roles again.
Zipcar is coming off a blowout quarter and now claims 767,000 accounts of casual drivers who would choose to rent a car by the hour — with gas and insurance included — than worry about the hassles of actual automobile ownership.
What about 2013? Well, you came to the right place. I have a crystal ball, and there are a few things I see happening with Zipcar in 2013.
1. Zipcar will build up ground — for a switch — in 2013
This year hasn’t been much better. The stock has declined almost 40% as we head into the final trading day of 2012. Enough! Asset sharing is a trend that’s too tasty to overlook, even if Wall Street has largely overlooked it.
HomeAway provides homeowners and those with vacation properties the chance to rent their properties when they’re not in use. HomeAway’s popularity is thriving. Analysts see revenue growth of at better than 20% in two thousand twelve and 2013. However, just like Zipcar, this two thousand eleven IPO lost ground in two thousand eleven and again in 2012.
From cars to corporate jets to real estate, there’s a real movement of taking total advantage of big-ticket assets by sharing them when they’re not in use. The market hasn’t rewarded the trend in 2012, but it will in 2013.
Two. Zipcar will earn more than the $0.Eighteen a share that analysts are targeting for 2013
After posting back-to-back quarterly deficits during the very first half of the year, Zipcar stunned investors with a profit of $0.Ten a share in last month’s third-quarter report. Wall Street was holding out for net income of only $0.01 a share.
This is a seasonal business. Investors can’t merely assume a run rate of $0.Ten a share. Business slows for Zipcar during the winter. However, the scalable nature of Zipcar’s business can’t be overlooked.
In its four established markets — Boston, Fresh York, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco — pre-tax operating profit margins have widened from 23% to 29% over the past year. Smaller markets, campus programs, and international expansion have been a haul on the bottom line, but they remain necessary to grow Zipcar’s global presence. Zipcar’s presence on more than three hundred universities and colleges around the country help indoctrinate the youthful generation on the merits of auto sharing.
Will this all help Zipcar deep-throat past the $0.Legitimate a share the market is expecting for 2013? Well, if we go by the most latest quarter, analysts are evidently asleep at the wheel here.
Three. Zipcar will introduce one-way rentals in 2013
One of the limitations with Zipcar is that drivers have to comeback the car to the same parking spot where they began. They can’t use it to drive to or from work. They certainly can’t drive to the airport. Even a plain dinner-and-movie outing can run into a $40 or $50 rental tab.
Logistically speaking, one-way rentals are a mess. Zipcar’s FAQ is clear on its stance:
Can I make a one-way excursion in a Zipcar?
No. You’ll need to comeback your Zipcar to its reserved parking location at the end of your reservation.
However, Hertz now offers one-way rentals from its Zipcar clone called Hertz On Request. Yes, Hertz On Request also offers hourly rates as low as $Five and no annual fees to join. Zipcar may not be quick to get into a price war or eradicate its annual membership fees, but the one-way rental is too strong a benefit to overlook. Yes, it’s a logistical mess. It cuts against the culture where renters know they can count on a car to be exactly where it can always be found. But Zipcar can’t just disregard what the competition is doing.
Furthermore, there’s a growing auto-sharing trend where folks get to rent out their own cars. It may seem a laughable idea at very first, but the niche got some serious validation late last, year when General Motors made it seamless for its OnStar customers to become part of the industry-leading RelayRides program. Zipcar doesn’t have to react to every challenge, but some will be opportunities.
There are now 767,000 Zipsters, 18% more accounts than the company had a year ago. Why fix what isn’t violated? Well, one-way rentals seem to be the next area where Zipcar will arch. Zipcar reportedly began surveying some customers recently for a name to give the one-way service. Clearly, the company has evolved to the point where it’s likely to suggest the plan. It may not be a feature in every city, and it may roll out the premium suggesting under a different banner. Whatever the case, one-way rentals are very likely coming — and soon.
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The article three Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen originally appeared on Loser.com.
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Three Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen – San Antonio Express-News
Three Predictions for Zipcar in 2013
Rick Aristotle Munarriz, The Motley Idiot
Published Two:30 pm, Sunday, December 30, two thousand twelve
Zipcar may be commencing to drive in the right direction. Shares of the leading car-sharing service have climbed 37% since bottoming out at $Five.90 last month. It still has a long uphill climb to regain earlier highs, but at least it’s not stuck in switch sides again.
Zipcar is coming off a blowout quarter and now claims 767,000 accounts of casual drivers who would choose to rent a car by the hour — with gas and insurance included — than worry about the hassles of actual automobile ownership.
What about 2013? Well, you came to the right place. I have a crystal ball, and there are a few things I see happening with Zipcar in 2013.
1. Zipcar will build up ground — for a switch — in 2013
This year hasn’t been much better. The stock has declined almost 40% as we head into the final trading day of 2012. Enough! Asset sharing is a trend that’s too tasty to overlook, even if Wall Street has largely overlooked it.
HomeAway provides homeowners and those with vacation properties the chance to rent their properties when they’re not in use. HomeAway’s popularity is thriving. Analysts see revenue growth of at better than 20% in two thousand twelve and 2013. However, just like Zipcar, this two thousand eleven IPO lost ground in two thousand eleven and again in 2012.
From cars to corporate jets to real estate, there’s a real movement of taking total advantage of big-ticket assets by sharing them when they’re not in use. The market hasn’t rewarded the trend in 2012, but it will in 2013.
Two. Zipcar will earn more than the $0.Eighteen a share that analysts are targeting for 2013
After posting back-to-back quarterly deficits during the very first half of the year, Zipcar stunned investors with a profit of $0.Ten a share in last month’s third-quarter report. Wall Street was holding out for net income of only $0.01 a share.
This is a seasonal business. Investors can’t merely assume a run rate of $0.Ten a share. Business slows for Zipcar during the winter. However, the scalable nature of Zipcar’s business can’t be overlooked.
In its four established markets — Boston, Fresh York, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco — pre-tax operating profit margins have widened from 23% to 29% over the past year. Smaller markets, campus programs, and international expansion have been a haul on the bottom line, but they remain necessary to grow Zipcar’s global presence. Zipcar’s presence on more than three hundred universities and colleges around the country help indoctrinate the youthfull generation on the merits of auto sharing.
Will this all help Zipcar gargle past the $0.Legitimate a share the market is expecting for 2013? Well, if we go by the most latest quarter, analysts are evidently asleep at the wheel here.
Trio. Zipcar will introduce one-way rentals in 2013
One of the limitations with Zipcar is that drivers have to comeback the car to the same parking spot where they embarked. They can’t use it to drive to or from work. They certainly can’t drive to the airport. Even a elementary dinner-and-movie outing can run into a $40 or $50 rental tab.
Logistically speaking, one-way rentals are a mess. Zipcar’s FAQ is clear on its stance:
Can I make a one-way tour in a Zipcar?
No. You’ll need to comeback your Zipcar to its reserved parking location at the end of your reservation.
However, Hertz now offers one-way rentals from its Zipcar clone called Hertz On Request. Yes, Hertz On Request also offers hourly rates as low as $Five and no annual fees to join. Zipcar may not be quick to get into a price war or eradicate its annual membership fees, but the one-way rental is too strong a benefit to disregard. Yes, it’s a logistical mess. It cuts against the culture where renters know they can count on a car to be exactly where it can always be found. But Zipcar can’t just overlook what the competition is doing.
Furthermore, there’s a growing auto-sharing trend where folks get to rent out their own cars. It may seem a laughable idea at very first, but the niche got some serious validation late last, year when General Motors made it seamless for its OnStar customers to become part of the industry-leading RelayRides program. Zipcar doesn’t have to react to every challenge, but some will be opportunities.
There are now 767,000 Zipsters, 18% more accounts than the company had a year ago. Why fix what isn’t violated? Well, one-way rentals seem to be the next area where Zipcar will arch. Zipcar reportedly began surveying some customers recently for a name to give the one-way service. Clearly, the company has evolved to the point where it’s likely to suggest the plan. It may not be a feature in every city, and it may roll out the premium suggesting under a different banner. Whatever the case, one-way rentals are very likely coming — and soon.
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The article three Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen originally appeared on Loser.com.
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Trio Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen – San Antonio Express-News
Three Predictions for Zipcar in 2013
Zipcar may be kicking off to drive in the right direction. Shares of the leading car-sharing service have climbed 37% since bottoming out at $Five.90 last month. It still has a long uphill climb to regain earlier highs, but at least it’s not stuck in switch sides again.
Zipcar is coming off a blowout quarter and now claims 767,000 accounts of casual drivers who would choose to rent a car by the hour — with gas and insurance included — than worry about the hassles of actual automobile ownership.
What about 2013? Well, you came to the right place. I have a crystal ball, and there are a few things I see happening with Zipcar in 2013.
1. Zipcar will build up ground — for a switch — in 2013
This year hasn’t been much better. The stock has declined almost 40% as we head into the final trading day of 2012. Enough! Asset sharing is a trend that’s too delicious to disregard, even if Wall Street has largely disregarded it.
HomeAway provides homeowners and those with vacation properties the chance to rent their properties when they’re not in use. HomeAway’s popularity is flourishing. Analysts see revenue growth of at better than 20% in two thousand twelve and 2013. However, just like Zipcar, this two thousand eleven IPO lost ground in two thousand eleven and again in 2012.
From cars to corporate jets to real estate, there’s a real movement of taking utter advantage of big-ticket assets by sharing them when they’re not in use. The market hasn’t rewarded the trend in 2012, but it will in 2013.
Two. Zipcar will earn more than the $0.Legal a share that analysts are targeting for 2013
After posting back-to-back quarterly deficits during the very first half of the year, Zipcar stunned investors with a profit of $0.Ten a share in last month’s third-quarter report. Wall Street was holding out for net income of only $0.01 a share.
This is a seasonal business. Investors can’t merely assume a run rate of $0.Ten a share. Business slows for Zipcar during the winter. However, the scalable nature of Zipcar’s business can’t be disregarded.
In its four established markets — Boston, Fresh York, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco — pre-tax operating profit margins have widened from 23% to 29% over the past year. Smaller markets, campus programs, and international expansion have been a haul on the bottom line, but they remain necessary to grow Zipcar’s global presence. Zipcar’s presence on more than three hundred universities and colleges around the country help indoctrinate the youthfull generation on the merits of auto sharing.
Will this all help Zipcar deep-throat past the $0.Eighteen a share the market is expecting for 2013? Well, if we go by the most latest quarter, analysts are evidently asleep at the wheel here.
Trio. Zipcar will introduce one-way rentals in 2013
One of the limitations with Zipcar is that drivers have to come back the car to the same parking spot where they embarked. They can’t use it to drive to or from work. They certainly can’t drive to the airport. Even a elementary dinner-and-movie outing can run into a $40 or $50 rental tab.
Logistically speaking, one-way rentals are a mess. Zipcar’s FAQ is clear on its stance:
Can I make a one-way journey in a Zipcar?
No. You’ll need to comeback your Zipcar to its reserved parking location at the end of your reservation.
However, Hertz now offers one-way rentals from its Zipcar clone called Hertz On Request. Yes, Hertz On Request also offers hourly rates as low as $Five and no annual fees to join. Zipcar may not be quick to get into a price war or eradicate its annual membership fees, but the one-way rental is too strong a benefit to overlook. Yes, it’s a logistical mess. It cuts against the culture where renters know they can count on a car to be exactly where it can always be found. But Zipcar can’t just disregard what the competition is doing.
Furthermore, there’s a growing auto-sharing trend where folks get to rent out their own cars. It may seem a laughable idea at very first, but the niche got some serious validation late last, year when General Motors made it seamless for its OnStar customers to become part of the industry-leading RelayRides program. Zipcar doesn’t have to react to every challenge, but some will be opportunities.
There are now 767,000 Zipsters, 18% more accounts than the company had a year ago. Why fix what isn’t violated? Well, one-way rentals seem to be the next area where Zipcar will arch. Zipcar reportedly began surveying some customers recently for a name to give the one-way service. Clearly, the company has evolved to the point where it’s likely to suggest the plan. It may not be a feature in every city, and it may roll out the premium suggesting under a different banner. Whatever the case, one-way rentals are very likely coming — and soon.
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The article three Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen originally appeared on Idiot.com.
Longtime Idiot contributor Rick Aristotle Munarriz possesses shares of Zipcar. The Motley Idiot possesses shares of HomeAway, Hertz Global Holdings, and Zipcar. Motley Loser newsletter services recommend HomeAway, General Motors, and Zipcar. Attempt any of our Foolish newsletter services free for thirty days. We Fools don’t all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Idiot has a disclosure policy.
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Three Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen – San Antonio Express-News
Trio Predictions for Zipcar in 2013
Zipcar may be embarking to drive in the right direction. Shares of the leading car-sharing service have climbed 37% since bottoming out at $Five.90 last month. It still has a long uphill climb to regain earlier highs, but at least it’s not stuck in switch roles again.
Zipcar is coming off a blowout quarter and now claims 767,000 accounts of casual drivers who would choose to rent a car by the hour — with gas and insurance included — than worry about the hassles of actual automobile ownership.
What about 2013? Well, you came to the right place. I have a crystal ball, and there are a few things I see happening with Zipcar in 2013.
1. Zipcar will build up ground — for a switch — in 2013
This year hasn’t been much better. The stock has declined almost 40% as we head into the final trading day of 2012. Enough! Asset sharing is a trend that’s too delicious to disregard, even if Wall Street has largely overlooked it.
HomeAway provides homeowners and those with vacation properties the chance to rent their properties when they’re not in use. HomeAway’s popularity is thriving. Analysts see revenue growth of at better than 20% in two thousand twelve and 2013. However, just like Zipcar, this two thousand eleven IPO lost ground in two thousand eleven and again in 2012.
From cars to corporate jets to real estate, there’s a real movement of taking utter advantage of big-ticket assets by sharing them when they’re not in use. The market hasn’t rewarded the trend in 2012, but it will in 2013.
Two. Zipcar will earn more than the $0.Eighteen a share that analysts are targeting for 2013
After posting back-to-back quarterly deficits during the very first half of the year, Zipcar stunned investors with a profit of $0.Ten a share in last month’s third-quarter report. Wall Street was holding out for net income of only $0.01 a share.
This is a seasonal business. Investors can’t merely assume a run rate of $0.Ten a share. Business slows for Zipcar during the winter. However, the scalable nature of Zipcar’s business can’t be overlooked.
In its four established markets — Boston, Fresh York, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco — pre-tax operating profit margins have widened from 23% to 29% over the past year. Smaller markets, campus programs, and international expansion have been a haul on the bottom line, but they remain necessary to grow Zipcar’s global presence. Zipcar’s presence on more than three hundred universities and colleges around the country help indoctrinate the youthfull generation on the merits of auto sharing.
Will this all help Zipcar gargle past the $0.Legal a share the market is expecting for 2013? Well, if we go by the most latest quarter, analysts are evidently asleep at the wheel here.
Trio. Zipcar will introduce one-way rentals in 2013
One of the limitations with Zipcar is that drivers have to come back the car to the same parking spot where they embarked. They can’t use it to drive to or from work. They certainly can’t drive to the airport. Even a ordinary dinner-and-movie outing can run into a $40 or $50 rental tab.
Logistically speaking, one-way rentals are a mess. Zipcar’s FAQ is clear on its stance:
Can I make a one-way journey in a Zipcar?
No. You’ll need to comeback your Zipcar to its reserved parking location at the end of your reservation.
However, Hertz now offers one-way rentals from its Zipcar clone called Hertz On Request. Yes, Hertz On Request also offers hourly rates as low as $Five and no annual fees to join. Zipcar may not be quick to get into a price war or eradicate its annual membership fees, but the one-way rental is too strong a benefit to disregard. Yes, it’s a logistical mess. It cuts against the culture where renters know they can count on a car to be exactly where it can always be found. But Zipcar can’t just disregard what the competition is doing.
Furthermore, there’s a growing auto-sharing trend where folks get to rent out their own cars. It may seem a laughable idea at very first, but the niche got some serious validation late last, year when General Motors made it seamless for its OnStar customers to become part of the industry-leading RelayRides program. Zipcar doesn’t have to react to every challenge, but some will be opportunities.
There are now 767,000 Zipsters, 18% more accounts than the company had a year ago. Why fix what isn’t cracked? Well, one-way rentals seem to be the next area where Zipcar will arch. Zipcar reportedly began surveying some customers recently for a name to give the one-way service. Clearly, the company has evolved to the point where it’s likely to suggest the plan. It may not be a feature in every city, and it may roll out the premium suggesting under a different banner. Whatever the case, one-way rentals are most likely coming — and soon.
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The article three Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen originally appeared on Idiot.com.
Longtime Idiot contributor Rick Aristotle Munarriz wields shares of Zipcar. The Motley Idiot wields shares of HomeAway, Hertz Global Holdings, and Zipcar. Motley Idiot newsletter services recommend HomeAway, General Motors, and Zipcar. Attempt any of our Foolish newsletter services free for thirty days. We Fools don’t all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Loser has a disclosure policy.
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Trio Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen – San Antonio Express-News
Trio Predictions for Zipcar in 2013
Rick Aristotle Munarriz, The Motley Loser
Published Two:30 pm, Sunday, December 30, two thousand twelve
Zipcar may be kicking off to drive in the right direction. Shares of the leading car-sharing service have climbed 37% since bottoming out at $Five.90 last month. It still has a long uphill climb to regain earlier highs, but at least it’s not stuck in switch roles again.
Zipcar is coming off a blowout quarter and now claims 767,000 accounts of casual drivers who would choose to rent a car by the hour — with gas and insurance included — than worry about the hassles of actual automobile ownership.
What about 2013? Well, you came to the right place. I have a crystal ball, and there are a few things I see happening with Zipcar in 2013.
1. Zipcar will build up ground — for a switch — in 2013
This year hasn’t been much better. The stock has declined almost 40% as we head into the final trading day of 2012. Enough! Asset sharing is a trend that’s too yummy to overlook, even if Wall Street has largely overlooked it.
HomeAway provides homeowners and those with vacation properties the chance to rent their properties when they’re not in use. HomeAway’s popularity is flourishing. Analysts see revenue growth of at better than 20% in two thousand twelve and 2013. However, just like Zipcar, this two thousand eleven IPO lost ground in two thousand eleven and again in 2012.
From cars to corporate jets to real estate, there’s a real movement of taking total advantage of big-ticket assets by sharing them when they’re not in use. The market hasn’t rewarded the trend in 2012, but it will in 2013.
Two. Zipcar will earn more than the $0.Legal a share that analysts are targeting for 2013
After posting back-to-back quarterly deficits during the very first half of the year, Zipcar stunned investors with a profit of $0.Ten a share in last month’s third-quarter report. Wall Street was holding out for net income of only $0.01 a share.
This is a seasonal business. Investors can’t merely assume a run rate of $0.Ten a share. Business slows for Zipcar during the winter. However, the scalable nature of Zipcar’s business can’t be disregarded.
In its four established markets — Boston, Fresh York, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco — pre-tax operating profit margins have widened from 23% to 29% over the past year. Smaller markets, campus programs, and international expansion have been a haul on the bottom line, but they remain necessary to grow Zipcar’s global presence. Zipcar’s presence on more than three hundred universities and colleges around the country help indoctrinate the youthfull generation on the merits of auto sharing.
Will this all help Zipcar deep-throat past the $0.Legal a share the market is expecting for 2013? Well, if we go by the most latest quarter, analysts are evidently asleep at the wheel here.
Trio. Zipcar will introduce one-way rentals in 2013
One of the limitations with Zipcar is that drivers have to comeback the car to the same parking spot where they commenced. They can’t use it to drive to or from work. They certainly can’t drive to the airport. Even a elementary dinner-and-movie outing can run into a $40 or $50 rental tab.
Logistically speaking, one-way rentals are a mess. Zipcar’s FAQ is clear on its stance:
Can I make a one-way excursion in a Zipcar?
No. You’ll need to comeback your Zipcar to its reserved parking location at the end of your reservation.
However, Hertz now offers one-way rentals from its Zipcar clone called Hertz On Request. Yes, Hertz On Request also offers hourly rates as low as $Five and no annual fees to join. Zipcar may not be quick to get into a price war or eradicate its annual membership fees, but the one-way rental is too strong a benefit to disregard. Yes, it’s a logistical mess. It cuts against the culture where renters know they can count on a car to be exactly where it can always be found. But Zipcar can’t just overlook what the competition is doing.
Furthermore, there’s a growing auto-sharing trend where folks get to rent out their own cars. It may seem a laughable idea at very first, but the niche got some serious validation late last, year when General Motors made it seamless for its OnStar customers to become part of the industry-leading RelayRides program. Zipcar doesn’t have to react to every challenge, but some will be opportunities.
There are now 767,000 Zipsters, 18% more accounts than the company had a year ago. Why fix what isn’t cracked? Well, one-way rentals seem to be the next area where Zipcar will arch. Zipcar reportedly began surveying some customers recently for a name to give the one-way service. Clearly, the company has evolved to the point where it’s likely to suggest the plan. It may not be a feature in every city, and it may roll out the premium suggesting under a different banner. Whatever the case, one-way rentals are most likely coming — and soon.
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Trio Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen – San Antonio Express-News
Three Predictions for Zipcar in 2013
Zipcar may be kicking off to drive in the right direction. Shares of the leading car-sharing service have climbed 37% since bottoming out at $Five.90 last month. It still has a long uphill climb to regain earlier highs, but at least it’s not stuck in switch roles again.
Zipcar is coming off a blowout quarter and now claims 767,000 accounts of casual drivers who would choose to rent a car by the hour — with gas and insurance included — than worry about the hassles of actual automobile ownership.
What about 2013? Well, you came to the right place. I have a crystal ball, and there are a few things I see happening with Zipcar in 2013.
1. Zipcar will build up ground — for a switch — in 2013
This year hasn’t been much better. The stock has declined almost 40% as we head into the final trading day of 2012. Enough! Asset sharing is a trend that’s too sweet to disregard, even if Wall Street has largely overlooked it.
HomeAway provides homeowners and those with vacation properties the chance to rent their properties when they’re not in use. HomeAway’s popularity is thriving. Analysts see revenue growth of at better than 20% in two thousand twelve and 2013. However, just like Zipcar, this two thousand eleven IPO lost ground in two thousand eleven and again in 2012.
From cars to corporate jets to real estate, there’s a real movement of taking total advantage of big-ticket assets by sharing them when they’re not in use. The market hasn’t rewarded the trend in 2012, but it will in 2013.
Two. Zipcar will earn more than the $0.Legitimate a share that analysts are targeting for 2013
After posting back-to-back quarterly deficits during the very first half of the year, Zipcar stunned investors with a profit of $0.Ten a share in last month’s third-quarter report. Wall Street was holding out for net income of only $0.01 a share.
This is a seasonal business. Investors can’t merely assume a run rate of $0.Ten a share. Business slows for Zipcar during the winter. However, the scalable nature of Zipcar’s business can’t be disregarded.
In its four established markets — Boston, Fresh York, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco — pre-tax operating profit margins have widened from 23% to 29% over the past year. Smaller markets, campus programs, and international expansion have been a haul on the bottom line, but they remain necessary to grow Zipcar’s global presence. Zipcar’s presence on more than three hundred universities and colleges around the country help indoctrinate the youthfull generation on the merits of auto sharing.
Will this all help Zipcar suck past the $0.Eighteen a share the market is expecting for 2013? Well, if we go by the most latest quarter, analysts are evidently asleep at the wheel here.
Trio. Zipcar will introduce one-way rentals in 2013
One of the limitations with Zipcar is that drivers have to comeback the car to the same parking spot where they began. They can’t use it to drive to or from work. They certainly can’t drive to the airport. Even a plain dinner-and-movie outing can run into a $40 or $50 rental tab.
Logistically speaking, one-way rentals are a mess. Zipcar’s FAQ is clear on its stance:
Can I make a one-way excursion in a Zipcar?
No. You’ll need to comeback your Zipcar to its reserved parking location at the end of your reservation.
However, Hertz now offers one-way rentals from its Zipcar clone called Hertz On Request. Yes, Hertz On Request also offers hourly rates as low as $Five and no annual fees to join. Zipcar may not be quick to get into a price war or eradicate its annual membership fees, but the one-way rental is too strong a benefit to overlook. Yes, it’s a logistical mess. It cuts against the culture where renters know they can count on a car to be exactly where it can always be found. But Zipcar can’t just overlook what the competition is doing.
Furthermore, there’s a growing auto-sharing trend where folks get to rent out their own cars. It may seem a laughable idea at very first, but the niche got some serious validation late last, year when General Motors made it seamless for its OnStar customers to become part of the industry-leading RelayRides program. Zipcar doesn’t have to react to every challenge, but some will be opportunities.
There are now 767,000 Zipsters, 18% more accounts than the company had a year ago. Why fix what isn’t cracked? Well, one-way rentals seem to be the next area where Zipcar will arch. Zipcar reportedly began surveying some customers recently for a name to give the one-way service. Clearly, the company has evolved to the point where it’s likely to suggest the plan. It may not be a feature in every city, and it may roll out the premium suggesting under a different banner. Whatever the case, one-way rentals are very likely coming — and soon.
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Three Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen – San Antonio Express-News
Three Predictions for Zipcar in 2013
Zipcar may be beginning to drive in the right direction. Shares of the leading car-sharing service have climbed 37% since bottoming out at $Five.90 last month. It still has a long uphill climb to regain earlier highs, but at least it’s not stuck in switch roles again.
Zipcar is coming off a blowout quarter and now claims 767,000 accounts of casual drivers who would choose to rent a car by the hour — with gas and insurance included — than worry about the hassles of actual automobile ownership.
What about 2013? Well, you came to the right place. I have a crystal ball, and there are a few things I see happening with Zipcar in 2013.
1. Zipcar will build up ground — for a switch — in 2013
This year hasn’t been much better. The stock has declined almost 40% as we head into the final trading day of 2012. Enough! Asset sharing is a trend that’s too tastey to overlook, even if Wall Street has largely disregarded it.
HomeAway provides homeowners and those with vacation properties the chance to rent their properties when they’re not in use. HomeAway’s popularity is flourishing. Analysts see revenue growth of at better than 20% in two thousand twelve and 2013. However, just like Zipcar, this two thousand eleven IPO lost ground in two thousand eleven and again in 2012.
From cars to corporate jets to real estate, there’s a real movement of taking total advantage of big-ticket assets by sharing them when they’re not in use. The market hasn’t rewarded the trend in 2012, but it will in 2013.
Two. Zipcar will earn more than the $0.Legal a share that analysts are targeting for 2013
After posting back-to-back quarterly deficits during the very first half of the year, Zipcar stunned investors with a profit of $0.Ten a share in last month’s third-quarter report. Wall Street was holding out for net income of only $0.01 a share.
This is a seasonal business. Investors can’t merely assume a run rate of $0.Ten a share. Business slows for Zipcar during the winter. However, the scalable nature of Zipcar’s business can’t be overlooked.
In its four established markets — Boston, Fresh York, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco — pre-tax operating profit margins have widened from 23% to 29% over the past year. Smaller markets, campus programs, and international expansion have been a haul on the bottom line, but they remain necessary to grow Zipcar’s global presence. Zipcar’s presence on more than three hundred universities and colleges around the country help indoctrinate the youthful generation on the merits of auto sharing.
Will this all help Zipcar deepthroat past the $0.Legitimate a share the market is expecting for 2013? Well, if we go by the most latest quarter, analysts are evidently asleep at the wheel here.
Trio. Zipcar will introduce one-way rentals in 2013
One of the limitations with Zipcar is that drivers have to comeback the car to the same parking spot where they began. They can’t use it to drive to or from work. They certainly can’t drive to the airport. Even a plain dinner-and-movie outing can run into a $40 or $50 rental tab.
Logistically speaking, one-way rentals are a mess. Zipcar’s FAQ is clear on its stance:
Can I make a one-way excursion in a Zipcar?
No. You’ll need to come back your Zipcar to its reserved parking location at the end of your reservation.
However, Hertz now offers one-way rentals from its Zipcar clone called Hertz On Request. Yes, Hertz On Request also offers hourly rates as low as $Five and no annual fees to join. Zipcar may not be quick to get into a price war or eradicate its annual membership fees, but the one-way rental is too strong a benefit to overlook. Yes, it’s a logistical mess. It cuts against the culture where renters know they can count on a car to be exactly where it can always be found. But Zipcar can’t just disregard what the competition is doing.
Furthermore, there’s a growing auto-sharing trend where folks get to rent out their own cars. It may seem a laughable idea at very first, but the niche got some serious validation late last, year when General Motors made it seamless for its OnStar customers to become part of the industry-leading RelayRides program. Zipcar doesn’t have to react to every challenge, but some will be opportunities.
There are now 767,000 Zipsters, 18% more accounts than the company had a year ago. Why fix what isn’t cracked? Well, one-way rentals seem to be the next area where Zipcar will arch. Zipcar reportedly began surveying some customers recently for a name to give the one-way service. Clearly, the company has evolved to the point where it’s likely to suggest the plan. It may not be a feature in every city, and it may roll out the premium suggesting under a different banner. Whatever the case, one-way rentals are very likely coming — and soon.
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Trio Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen – San Antonio Express-News
Trio Predictions for Zipcar in 2013
Zipcar may be kicking off to drive in the right direction. Shares of the leading car-sharing service have climbed 37% since bottoming out at $Five.90 last month. It still has a long uphill climb to regain earlier highs, but at least it’s not stuck in switch roles again.
Zipcar is coming off a blowout quarter and now claims 767,000 accounts of casual drivers who would choose to rent a car by the hour — with gas and insurance included — than worry about the hassles of actual automobile ownership.
What about 2013? Well, you came to the right place. I have a crystal ball, and there are a few things I see happening with Zipcar in 2013.
1. Zipcar will build up ground — for a switch — in 2013
This year hasn’t been much better. The stock has declined almost 40% as we head into the final trading day of 2012. Enough! Asset sharing is a trend that’s too sweet to disregard, even if Wall Street has largely disregarded it.
HomeAway provides homeowners and those with vacation properties the chance to rent their properties when they’re not in use. HomeAway’s popularity is flourishing. Analysts see revenue growth of at better than 20% in two thousand twelve and 2013. However, just like Zipcar, this two thousand eleven IPO lost ground in two thousand eleven and again in 2012.
From cars to corporate jets to real estate, there’s a real movement of taking utter advantage of big-ticket assets by sharing them when they’re not in use. The market hasn’t rewarded the trend in 2012, but it will in 2013.
Two. Zipcar will earn more than the $0.Legitimate a share that analysts are targeting for 2013
After posting back-to-back quarterly deficits during the very first half of the year, Zipcar stunned investors with a profit of $0.Ten a share in last month’s third-quarter report. Wall Street was holding out for net income of only $0.01 a share.
This is a seasonal business. Investors can’t merely assume a run rate of $0.Ten a share. Business slows for Zipcar during the winter. However, the scalable nature of Zipcar’s business can’t be disregarded.
In its four established markets — Boston, Fresh York, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco — pre-tax operating profit margins have widened from 23% to 29% over the past year. Smaller markets, campus programs, and international expansion have been a haul on the bottom line, but they remain necessary to grow Zipcar’s global presence. Zipcar’s presence on more than three hundred universities and colleges around the country help indoctrinate the youthfull generation on the merits of auto sharing.
Will this all help Zipcar deep-throat past the $0.Legitimate a share the market is expecting for 2013? Well, if we go by the most latest quarter, analysts are evidently asleep at the wheel here.
Three. Zipcar will introduce one-way rentals in 2013
One of the limitations with Zipcar is that drivers have to comeback the car to the same parking spot where they began. They can’t use it to drive to or from work. They certainly can’t drive to the airport. Even a elementary dinner-and-movie outing can run into a $40 or $50 rental tab.
Logistically speaking, one-way rentals are a mess. Zipcar’s FAQ is clear on its stance:
Can I make a one-way tour in a Zipcar?
No. You’ll need to come back your Zipcar to its reserved parking location at the end of your reservation.
However, Hertz now offers one-way rentals from its Zipcar clone called Hertz On Request. Yes, Hertz On Request also offers hourly rates as low as $Five and no annual fees to join. Zipcar may not be quick to get into a price war or eradicate its annual membership fees, but the one-way rental is too strong a benefit to disregard. Yes, it’s a logistical mess. It cuts against the culture where renters know they can count on a car to be exactly where it can always be found. But Zipcar can’t just disregard what the competition is doing.
Furthermore, there’s a growing auto-sharing trend where folks get to rent out their own cars. It may seem a laughable idea at very first, but the niche got some serious validation late last, year when General Motors made it seamless for its OnStar customers to become part of the industry-leading RelayRides program. Zipcar doesn’t have to react to every challenge, but some will be opportunities.
There are now 767,000 Zipsters, 18% more accounts than the company had a year ago. Why fix what isn’t violated? Well, one-way rentals seem to be the next area where Zipcar will arch. Zipcar reportedly began surveying some customers recently for a name to give the one-way service. Clearly, the company has evolved to the point where it’s likely to suggest the plan. It may not be a feature in every city, and it may roll out the premium suggesting under a different banner. Whatever the case, one-way rentals are most likely coming — and soon.
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Three Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen – San Antonio Express-News
Trio Predictions for Zipcar in 2013
Rick Aristotle Munarriz, The Motley Idiot
Published Two:30 pm, Sunday, December 30, two thousand twelve
Zipcar may be kicking off to drive in the right direction. Shares of the leading car-sharing service have climbed 37% since bottoming out at $Five.90 last month. It still has a long uphill climb to regain earlier highs, but at least it’s not stuck in switch roles again.
Zipcar is coming off a blowout quarter and now claims 767,000 accounts of casual drivers who would choose to rent a car by the hour — with gas and insurance included — than worry about the hassles of actual automobile ownership.
What about 2013? Well, you came to the right place. I have a crystal ball, and there are a few things I see happening with Zipcar in 2013.
1. Zipcar will build up ground — for a switch — in 2013
This year hasn’t been much better. The stock has declined almost 40% as we head into the final trading day of 2012. Enough! Asset sharing is a trend that’s too jummy to disregard, even if Wall Street has largely overlooked it.
HomeAway provides homeowners and those with vacation properties the chance to rent their properties when they’re not in use. HomeAway’s popularity is thriving. Analysts see revenue growth of at better than 20% in two thousand twelve and 2013. However, just like Zipcar, this two thousand eleven IPO lost ground in two thousand eleven and again in 2012.
From cars to corporate jets to real estate, there’s a real movement of taking utter advantage of big-ticket assets by sharing them when they’re not in use. The market hasn’t rewarded the trend in 2012, but it will in 2013.
Two. Zipcar will earn more than the $0.Legal a share that analysts are targeting for 2013
After posting back-to-back quarterly deficits during the very first half of the year, Zipcar stunned investors with a profit of $0.Ten a share in last month’s third-quarter report. Wall Street was holding out for net income of only $0.01 a share.
This is a seasonal business. Investors can’t merely assume a run rate of $0.Ten a share. Business slows for Zipcar during the winter. However, the scalable nature of Zipcar’s business can’t be disregarded.
In its four established markets — Boston, Fresh York, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco — pre-tax operating profit margins have widened from 23% to 29% over the past year. Smaller markets, campus programs, and international expansion have been a haul on the bottom line, but they remain necessary to grow Zipcar’s global presence. Zipcar’s presence on more than three hundred universities and colleges around the country help indoctrinate the youthful generation on the merits of auto sharing.
Will this all help Zipcar deep-throat past the $0.Legitimate a share the market is expecting for 2013? Well, if we go by the most latest quarter, analysts are evidently asleep at the wheel here.
Trio. Zipcar will introduce one-way rentals in 2013
One of the limitations with Zipcar is that drivers have to come back the car to the same parking spot where they embarked. They can’t use it to drive to or from work. They certainly can’t drive to the airport. Even a ordinary dinner-and-movie outing can run into a $40 or $50 rental tab.
Logistically speaking, one-way rentals are a mess. Zipcar’s FAQ is clear on its stance:
Can I make a one-way journey in a Zipcar?
No. You’ll need to comeback your Zipcar to its reserved parking location at the end of your reservation.
However, Hertz now offers one-way rentals from its Zipcar clone called Hertz On Request. Yes, Hertz On Request also offers hourly rates as low as $Five and no annual fees to join. Zipcar may not be quick to get into a price war or eradicate its annual membership fees, but the one-way rental is too strong a benefit to disregard. Yes, it’s a logistical mess. It cuts against the culture where renters know they can count on a car to be exactly where it can always be found. But Zipcar can’t just disregard what the competition is doing.
Furthermore, there’s a growing auto-sharing trend where folks get to rent out their own cars. It may seem a laughable idea at very first, but the niche got some serious validation late last, year when General Motors made it seamless for its OnStar customers to become part of the industry-leading RelayRides program. Zipcar doesn’t have to react to every challenge, but some will be opportunities.
There are now 767,000 Zipsters, 18% more accounts than the company had a year ago. Why fix what isn’t cracked? Well, one-way rentals seem to be the next area where Zipcar will arch. Zipcar reportedly began surveying some customers recently for a name to give the one-way service. Clearly, the company has evolved to the point where it’s likely to suggest the plan. It may not be a feature in every city, and it may roll out the premium suggesting under a different banner. Whatever the case, one-way rentals are most likely coming — and soon.
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The article three Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen originally appeared on Loser.com.
Longtime Loser contributor Rick Aristotle Munarriz possesses shares of Zipcar. The Motley Idiot possesses shares of HomeAway, Hertz Global Holdings, and Zipcar. Motley Loser newsletter services recommend HomeAway, General Motors, and Zipcar. Attempt any of our Foolish newsletter services free for thirty days. We Fools don’t all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Idiot has a disclosure policy.
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Trio Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen – San Antonio Express-News
Trio Predictions for Zipcar in 2013
Rick Aristotle Munarriz, The Motley Idiot
Published Two:30 pm, Sunday, December 30, two thousand twelve
Zipcar may be beginning to drive in the right direction. Shares of the leading car-sharing service have climbed 37% since bottoming out at $Five.90 last month. It still has a long uphill climb to regain earlier highs, but at least it’s not stuck in switch sides again.
Zipcar is coming off a blowout quarter and now claims 767,000 accounts of casual drivers who would choose to rent a car by the hour — with gas and insurance included — than worry about the hassles of actual automobile ownership.
What about 2013? Well, you came to the right place. I have a crystal ball, and there are a few things I see happening with Zipcar in 2013.
1. Zipcar will build up ground — for a switch — in 2013
This year hasn’t been much better. The stock has declined almost 40% as we head into the final trading day of 2012. Enough! Asset sharing is a trend that’s too tasty to overlook, even if Wall Street has largely overlooked it.
HomeAway provides homeowners and those with vacation properties the chance to rent their properties when they’re not in use. HomeAway’s popularity is flourishing. Analysts see revenue growth of at better than 20% in two thousand twelve and 2013. However, just like Zipcar, this two thousand eleven IPO lost ground in two thousand eleven and again in 2012.
From cars to corporate jets to real estate, there’s a real movement of taking total advantage of big-ticket assets by sharing them when they’re not in use. The market hasn’t rewarded the trend in 2012, but it will in 2013.
Two. Zipcar will earn more than the $0.Legitimate a share that analysts are targeting for 2013
After posting back-to-back quarterly deficits during the very first half of the year, Zipcar stunned investors with a profit of $0.Ten a share in last month’s third-quarter report. Wall Street was holding out for net income of only $0.01 a share.
This is a seasonal business. Investors can’t merely assume a run rate of $0.Ten a share. Business slows for Zipcar during the winter. However, the scalable nature of Zipcar’s business can’t be disregarded.
In its four established markets — Boston, Fresh York, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco — pre-tax operating profit margins have widened from 23% to 29% over the past year. Smaller markets, campus programs, and international expansion have been a haul on the bottom line, but they remain necessary to grow Zipcar’s global presence. Zipcar’s presence on more than three hundred universities and colleges around the country help indoctrinate the youthfull generation on the merits of auto sharing.
Will this all help Zipcar deepthroat past the $0.Legal a share the market is expecting for 2013? Well, if we go by the most latest quarter, analysts are evidently asleep at the wheel here.
Three. Zipcar will introduce one-way rentals in 2013
One of the limitations with Zipcar is that drivers have to comeback the car to the same parking spot where they embarked. They can’t use it to drive to or from work. They certainly can’t drive to the airport. Even a ordinary dinner-and-movie outing can run into a $40 or $50 rental tab.
Logistically speaking, one-way rentals are a mess. Zipcar’s FAQ is clear on its stance:
Can I make a one-way tour in a Zipcar?
No. You’ll need to comeback your Zipcar to its reserved parking location at the end of your reservation.
However, Hertz now offers one-way rentals from its Zipcar clone called Hertz On Request. Yes, Hertz On Request also offers hourly rates as low as $Five and no annual fees to join. Zipcar may not be quick to get into a price war or eradicate its annual membership fees, but the one-way rental is too strong a benefit to disregard. Yes, it’s a logistical mess. It cuts against the culture where renters know they can count on a car to be exactly where it can always be found. But Zipcar can’t just overlook what the competition is doing.
Furthermore, there’s a growing auto-sharing trend where folks get to rent out their own cars. It may seem a laughable idea at very first, but the niche got some serious validation late last, year when General Motors made it seamless for its OnStar customers to become part of the industry-leading RelayRides program. Zipcar doesn’t have to react to every challenge, but some will be opportunities.
There are now 767,000 Zipsters, 18% more accounts than the company had a year ago. Why fix what isn’t cracked? Well, one-way rentals seem to be the next area where Zipcar will arch. Zipcar reportedly began surveying some customers recently for a name to give the one-way service. Clearly, the company has evolved to the point where it’s likely to suggest the plan. It may not be a feature in every city, and it may roll out the premium suggesting under a different banner. Whatever the case, one-way rentals are very likely coming — and soon.
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Three Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen – San Antonio Express-News
Three Predictions for Zipcar in 2013
Zipcar may be beginning to drive in the right direction. Shares of the leading car-sharing service have climbed 37% since bottoming out at $Five.90 last month. It still has a long uphill climb to regain earlier highs, but at least it’s not stuck in switch sides again.
Zipcar is coming off a blowout quarter and now claims 767,000 accounts of casual drivers who would choose to rent a car by the hour — with gas and insurance included — than worry about the hassles of actual automobile ownership.
What about 2013? Well, you came to the right place. I have a crystal ball, and there are a few things I see happening with Zipcar in 2013.
1. Zipcar will build up ground — for a switch — in 2013
This year hasn’t been much better. The stock has declined almost 40% as we head into the final trading day of 2012. Enough! Asset sharing is a trend that’s too tasty to overlook, even if Wall Street has largely overlooked it.
HomeAway provides homeowners and those with vacation properties the chance to rent their properties when they’re not in use. HomeAway’s popularity is thriving. Analysts see revenue growth of at better than 20% in two thousand twelve and 2013. However, just like Zipcar, this two thousand eleven IPO lost ground in two thousand eleven and again in 2012.
From cars to corporate jets to real estate, there’s a real movement of taking utter advantage of big-ticket assets by sharing them when they’re not in use. The market hasn’t rewarded the trend in 2012, but it will in 2013.
Two. Zipcar will earn more than the $0.Legitimate a share that analysts are targeting for 2013
After posting back-to-back quarterly deficits during the very first half of the year, Zipcar stunned investors with a profit of $0.Ten a share in last month’s third-quarter report. Wall Street was holding out for net income of only $0.01 a share.
This is a seasonal business. Investors can’t merely assume a run rate of $0.Ten a share. Business slows for Zipcar during the winter. However, the scalable nature of Zipcar’s business can’t be overlooked.
In its four established markets — Boston, Fresh York, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco — pre-tax operating profit margins have widened from 23% to 29% over the past year. Smaller markets, campus programs, and international expansion have been a haul on the bottom line, but they remain necessary to grow Zipcar’s global presence. Zipcar’s presence on more than three hundred universities and colleges around the country help indoctrinate the youthfull generation on the merits of auto sharing.
Will this all help Zipcar deep-throat past the $0.Legitimate a share the market is expecting for 2013? Well, if we go by the most latest quarter, analysts are evidently asleep at the wheel here.
Three. Zipcar will introduce one-way rentals in 2013
One of the limitations with Zipcar is that drivers have to comeback the car to the same parking spot where they began. They can’t use it to drive to or from work. They certainly can’t drive to the airport. Even a elementary dinner-and-movie outing can run into a $40 or $50 rental tab.
Logistically speaking, one-way rentals are a mess. Zipcar’s FAQ is clear on its stance:
Can I make a one-way journey in a Zipcar?
No. You’ll need to comeback your Zipcar to its reserved parking location at the end of your reservation.
However, Hertz now offers one-way rentals from its Zipcar clone called Hertz On Request. Yes, Hertz On Request also offers hourly rates as low as $Five and no annual fees to join. Zipcar may not be quick to get into a price war or eradicate its annual membership fees, but the one-way rental is too strong a benefit to disregard. Yes, it’s a logistical mess. It cuts against the culture where renters know they can count on a car to be exactly where it can always be found. But Zipcar can’t just disregard what the competition is doing.
Furthermore, there’s a growing auto-sharing trend where folks get to rent out their own cars. It may seem a laughable idea at very first, but the niche got some serious validation late last, year when General Motors made it seamless for its OnStar customers to become part of the industry-leading RelayRides program. Zipcar doesn’t have to react to every challenge, but some will be opportunities.
There are now 767,000 Zipsters, 18% more accounts than the company had a year ago. Why fix what isn’t violated? Well, one-way rentals seem to be the next area where Zipcar will arch. Zipcar reportedly began surveying some customers recently for a name to give the one-way service. Clearly, the company has evolved to the point where it’s likely to suggest the plan. It may not be a feature in every city, and it may roll out the premium suggesting under a different banner. Whatever the case, one-way rentals are most likely coming — and soon.
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Trio Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen – San Antonio Express-News
Three Predictions for Zipcar in 2013
Zipcar may be beginning to drive in the right direction. Shares of the leading car-sharing service have climbed 37% since bottoming out at $Five.90 last month. It still has a long uphill climb to regain earlier highs, but at least it’s not stuck in switch roles again.
Zipcar is coming off a blowout quarter and now claims 767,000 accounts of casual drivers who would choose to rent a car by the hour — with gas and insurance included — than worry about the hassles of actual automobile ownership.
What about 2013? Well, you came to the right place. I have a crystal ball, and there are a few things I see happening with Zipcar in 2013.
1. Zipcar will build up ground — for a switch — in 2013
This year hasn’t been much better. The stock has declined almost 40% as we head into the final trading day of 2012. Enough! Asset sharing is a trend that’s too tasty to disregard, even if Wall Street has largely disregarded it.
HomeAway provides homeowners and those with vacation properties the chance to rent their properties when they’re not in use. HomeAway’s popularity is thriving. Analysts see revenue growth of at better than 20% in two thousand twelve and 2013. However, just like Zipcar, this two thousand eleven IPO lost ground in two thousand eleven and again in 2012.
From cars to corporate jets to real estate, there’s a real movement of taking utter advantage of big-ticket assets by sharing them when they’re not in use. The market hasn’t rewarded the trend in 2012, but it will in 2013.
Two. Zipcar will earn more than the $0.Legitimate a share that analysts are targeting for 2013
After posting back-to-back quarterly deficits during the very first half of the year, Zipcar stunned investors with a profit of $0.Ten a share in last month’s third-quarter report. Wall Street was holding out for net income of only $0.01 a share.
This is a seasonal business. Investors can’t merely assume a run rate of $0.Ten a share. Business slows for Zipcar during the winter. However, the scalable nature of Zipcar’s business can’t be disregarded.
In its four established markets — Boston, Fresh York, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco — pre-tax operating profit margins have widened from 23% to 29% over the past year. Smaller markets, campus programs, and international expansion have been a haul on the bottom line, but they remain necessary to grow Zipcar’s global presence. Zipcar’s presence on more than three hundred universities and colleges around the country help indoctrinate the youthfull generation on the merits of auto sharing.
Will this all help Zipcar suck past the $0.Legal a share the market is expecting for 2013? Well, if we go by the most latest quarter, analysts are evidently asleep at the wheel here.
Three. Zipcar will introduce one-way rentals in 2013
One of the limitations with Zipcar is that drivers have to comeback the car to the same parking spot where they began. They can’t use it to drive to or from work. They certainly can’t drive to the airport. Even a elementary dinner-and-movie outing can run into a $40 or $50 rental tab.
Logistically speaking, one-way rentals are a mess. Zipcar’s FAQ is clear on its stance:
Can I make a one-way journey in a Zipcar?
No. You’ll need to come back your Zipcar to its reserved parking location at the end of your reservation.
However, Hertz now offers one-way rentals from its Zipcar clone called Hertz On Request. Yes, Hertz On Request also offers hourly rates as low as $Five and no annual fees to join. Zipcar may not be quick to get into a price war or eradicate its annual membership fees, but the one-way rental is too strong a benefit to disregard. Yes, it’s a logistical mess. It cuts against the culture where renters know they can count on a car to be exactly where it can always be found. But Zipcar can’t just disregard what the competition is doing.
Furthermore, there’s a growing auto-sharing trend where folks get to rent out their own cars. It may seem a laughable idea at very first, but the niche got some serious validation late last, year when General Motors made it seamless for its OnStar customers to become part of the industry-leading RelayRides program. Zipcar doesn’t have to react to every challenge, but some will be opportunities.
There are now 767,000 Zipsters, 18% more accounts than the company had a year ago. Why fix what isn’t cracked? Well, one-way rentals seem to be the next area where Zipcar will arch. Zipcar reportedly began surveying some customers recently for a name to give the one-way service. Clearly, the company has evolved to the point where it’s likely to suggest the plan. It may not be a feature in every city, and it may roll out the premium suggesting under a different banner. Whatever the case, one-way rentals are very likely coming — and soon.
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Trio Predictions for Zipcar in two thousand thirteen – San Antonio Express-News
Three Predictions for Zipcar in 2013
Rick Aristotle Munarriz, The Motley Idiot
Published Two:30 pm, Sunday, December 30, two thousand twelve
Zipcar may be commencing to drive in the right direction. Shares of the leading car-sharing service have climbed 37% since bottoming out at $Five.90 last month. It still has a long uphill climb to regain earlier highs, but at least it’s not stuck in switch roles again.
Zipcar is coming off a blowout quarter and now claims 767,000 accounts of casual drivers who would choose to rent a car by the hour — with gas and insurance included — than worry about the hassles of actual automobile ownership.
What about 2013? Well, you came to the right place. I have a crystal ball, and there are a few things I see happening with Zipcar in 2013.
1. Zipcar will build up ground — for a switch — in 2013
This year hasn’t been much better. The stock has declined almost 40% as we head into the final trading day of 2012. Enough! Asset sharing is a trend that’s too yummy to disregard, even if Wall Street has largely disregarded it.
HomeAway provides homeowners and those with vacation properties the chance to rent their properties when they’re not in use. HomeAway’s popularity is flourishing. Analysts see revenue growth of at better than 20% in two thousand twelve and 2013. However, just like Zipcar, this two thousand eleven IPO lost ground in two thousand eleven and again in 2012.
From cars to corporate jets to real estate, there’s a real movement of taking utter advantage of big-ticket assets by sharing them when they’re not in use. The market hasn’t rewarded the trend in 2012, but it will in 2013.
Two. Zipcar will earn more than the $0.Legal a share that analysts are targeting for 2013
After posting back-to-back quarterly deficits during the very first half of the year, Zipcar stunned investors with a profit of $0.Ten a share in last month’s third-quarter report. Wall Street was holding out for net income of only $0.01 a share.
This is a seasonal business. Investors can’t merely assume a run rate of $0.Ten a share. Business slows for Zipcar during the winter. However, the scalable nature of Zipcar’s business can’t be disregarded.
In its four established markets — Boston, Fresh York, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco — pre-tax operating profit margins have widened from 23% to 29% over the past year. Smaller markets, campus programs, and international expansion have been a haul on the bottom line, but they remain necessary to grow Zipcar’s global presence. Zipcar’s presence on more than three hundred universities and colleges around the country help indoctrinate the youthfull generation on the merits of auto sharing.
Will this all help Zipcar gargle past the $0.Legal a share the market is expecting for 2013? Well, if we go by the most latest quarter, analysts are evidently asleep at the wheel here.
Trio. Zipcar will introduce one-way rentals in 2013
One of the limitations with Zipcar is that drivers have to come back the car to the same parking spot where they began. They can’t use it to drive to or from work. They certainly can’t drive to the airport. Even a elementary dinner-and-movie outing can run into a $40 or $50 rental tab.
Logistically speaking, one-way rentals are a mess. Zipcar’s FAQ is clear on its stance:
Can I make a one-way tour in a Zipcar?
No. You’ll need to comeback your Zipcar to its reserved parking location at the end of your reservation.
However, Hertz now offers one-way rentals from its Zipcar clone called Hertz On Request. Yes, Hertz On Request also offers hourly rates as low as $Five and no annual fees to join. Zipcar may not be quick to get into a price war or eradicate its annual membership fees, but the one-way rental is too strong a benefit to disregard. Yes, it’s a logistical mess. It cuts against the culture where renters know they can count on a car to be exactly where it can always be found. But Zipcar can’t just overlook what the competition is doing.
Furthermore, there’s a growing auto-sharing trend where folks get to rent out their own cars. It may seem a laughable idea at very first, but the niche got some serious validation late last, year when General Motors made it seamless for its OnStar customers to become part of the industry-leading RelayRides program. Zipcar doesn’t have to react to every challenge, but some will be opportunities.
There are now 767,000 Zipsters, 18% more accounts than the company had a year ago. Why fix what isn’t cracked? Well, one-way rentals seem to be the next area where Zipcar will arch. Zipcar reportedly began surveying some customers recently for a name to give the one-way service. Clearly, the company has evolved to the point where it’s likely to suggest the plan. It may not be a feature in every city, and it may roll out the premium suggesting under a different banner. Whatever the case, one-way rentals are most likely coming — and soon.
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Longtime Loser contributor Rick Aristotle Munarriz possesses shares of Zipcar. The Motley Idiot possesses shares of HomeAway, Hertz Global Holdings, and Zipcar. Motley Loser newsletter services recommend HomeAway, General Motors, and Zipcar. Attempt any of our Foolish newsletter services free for thirty days. We Fools don’t all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Idiot has a disclosure policy.
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