Avis Budget Group's Stock Surge and Collapse Compared to Historical Short Squeezes
Avis Budget Group (CAR) experienced a dramatic stock surge and subsequent collapse in early 2026, mirroring historical short squeeze events like those seen in AMC Entertainment and GameStop. The stock rose from $148 to $847.70 in about 25 days before falling 74.51% in one week, driven by a concentrated ownership structure between two hedge funds. This event is being compared to other notable short squeezes in terms of magnitude and market impact.
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