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Avis Budget Group Securities Class Action Against Pentwater Capital Management

Pentwater Capital Management · Avis Budget Group securities · Ongoing Litigation

About this case

Investors allege that Pentwater Capital Management and Matthew Halbower manipulated the market for Avis securities through aggressive purchases, contributing to a short squeeze, followed by sales that allegedly caused a sharp decline in the stock price. The class action was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida and is ongoing.

Case overview

Defendant company
Pentwater Capital Management
Product or service
Avis Budget Group securities
Court case number
26-cv-02275
Case status
Ongoing Litigation
Lawsuit type
Securities
Reported harm
Misrepresentation

Important dates

Lead Plaintiff Application

Participation information

Lead Plaintiff Application

Investors and entities, other than the defendants, that purchased or otherwise acquired Avis securities, including common stock purchased to cover a short position, between February 20, 2025 and April 21, 2026, may ask the court to appoint them as lead plaintiff.

Ask the court to appoint you as lead plaintiff by September 29, 2026.

Type
Lead Plaintiff
Status
Open
Reported proof requirement
Yes

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