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LYFT Inc (LYFT)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/13/2025: LYFT (4-star) is a SELL. SELL since 2 days. Simulated Profits (13.17%). Updated daily EoD!
Upturn Star Rating
Above Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, frequently surpass the market, reflecting reliable and trustworthy advice.
Number of Analysts
45 Analysts rated it
Highly popular stock, broad analyst coverage, trusted insights, strong investor interest.
1 Year Target Price $19.29
1 Year Target Price $19.29
| 8 | Strong Buy |
| 6 | Buy |
| 29 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 1 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 55.13% | Avg. Invested days 32 | Today’s Advisory SELL |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  5.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/13/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 7.82B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 83.7 | 1Y Target Price 19.29 |
Price to earnings Ratio 83.7 | 1Y Target Price 19.29 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 45 | Beta 2.41 | 52 Weeks Range 9.66 - 23.50 | Updated Date 10/12/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 9.66 - 23.50 | Updated Date 10/12/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.23 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 1.51% | Operating Margin (TTM) 0.15% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -0.57% | Return on Equity (TTM) 14.07% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 83.7 | Forward PE 19.34 | Enterprise Value 8167146450 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.28 |
Enterprise Value 8167146450 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.28 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.34 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 30.71 | Shares Outstanding 406441506 | Shares Floating 346349129 |
Shares Outstanding 406441506 | Shares Floating 346349129 | ||
Percent Insiders 4 | Percent Institutions 95.2 |
Upturn AI SWOT
LYFT Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Lyft was founded in 2012 by Logan Green and John Zimmer as Zimride, a ridesharing service for long-distance college students. In 2013, Zimride was rebranded as Lyft, focusing on short-distance rides within cities. Lyft went public in March 2019.
Core Business Areas
- Ridesharing: Lyft's primary business is providing on-demand transportation services through its mobile app, connecting riders with drivers.
- Lyft Business: Offers transportation solutions for businesses, allowing them to manage employee travel and client transportation.
- Lyft Rentals: Provides car rental services, offering users the ability to rent cars for longer periods.
- Lyft Bikes and Scooters: Operates shared micromobility programs, offering electric bikes and scooters in select cities.
Leadership and Structure
David Risher is the current CEO of Lyft. The company operates with a functional organizational structure, with key departments including engineering, operations, marketing, and finance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Ridesharing: Lyft's core service, connecting riders with drivers for on-demand transportation. Competitors include Uber and traditional taxi services. Market share data fluctuates but Lyft generally holds around 25% of the US ridesharing market, while Uber dominates. Revenue is primarily derived from commission on rides.
- Lyft Bikes and Scooters: Offers shared micromobility options in select cities. Competitors include Bird, Lime, and Spin. Market share varies by city and is difficult to quantify precisely. Provides an alternative transportation method for short distances.
- Lyft Business: Transportation solutions specifically for businesses. Competitors include Uber for Business. Focuses on business clients for corporate travel solutions. No specific market share or revenue data easily available, but a focus on profitable customers rather than volume of rides.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The ridesharing industry is highly competitive and dynamic, experiencing rapid growth and technological advancements. It's also subject to regulatory scrutiny and faces challenges related to driver classification and profitability.
Positioning
Lyft positions itself as a more friendly and socially responsible ridesharing alternative to Uber. It differentiates through its focus on customer experience and community engagement.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global ridesharing market is expected to reach hundreds of billions of dollars. Lyft is positioned to capture a significant portion of this TAM, but is facing competition in the expansion.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition
- Focus on customer experience
- Partnerships with key companies
- Established presence in major cities
- Brand Affinity
Weaknesses
- Lack of profitability
- Dependence on ridesharing
- Limited international presence
- Driver classification issues
- Higher operating costs than competitors
Opportunities
- Expansion into new markets
- Development of new transportation solutions
- Partnerships with autonomous vehicle companies
- Increased adoption of electric vehicles
- Strategic Partnerships
Threats
- Intense competition from Uber
- Regulatory challenges
- Economic downturns
- Driver shortages
- Rising insurance costs
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- UBER
- CMCSA
- GOOG
Competitive Landscape
Lyft faces intense competition from Uber, which has a larger market share and greater financial resources. Lyft's advantages include its focus on customer experience and community engagement, but its lack of profitability is a disadvantage.
Major Acquisitions
Motivate
- Year: 2018
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 250
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Lyft's presence in the micromobility market with bike-sharing programs.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Lyft has experienced revenue growth driven by increased ridesharing demand, but profitability remains a challenge.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates suggest continued revenue growth for Lyft, but achieving sustained profitability is key for long-term success.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include cost-cutting measures, expanding into new markets, improving driver retention, and focusing on high margin customers.
Summary
Lyft is a strong brand that competes in the highly competitive ridesharing industry. While it has experienced revenue growth, the company struggles with profitability. They are focusing on new initiatives to grow and need to watch out for competition and regulation. Cost cutting may not be enough in the long run.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings (SEC)
- Market Research Reports
- Analyst Estimates
- Company Website
- Various internet searches
Disclaimers:
The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market conditions and company performance can change rapidly.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About LYFT Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters San Francisco, CA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2019-03-29 | CEO & Director Mr. John David Risher | ||
Sector Technology | Industry Software - Application | Full time employees 2934 | Website https://www.lyft.com |
Full time employees 2934 | Website https://www.lyft.com | ||
Lyft, Inc. operates a peer-to-peer marketplace for on-demand ridesharing in the United States and Canada. The company operates multimodal transportation networks that offer access to various transportation options through the Lyft platform and mobile-based applications. Its platform provides a ridesharing marketplace that connects drivers with riders; Express Drive, a car rental program for drivers; and a network of shared bikes and scooters in various cities to address the needs of riders for short trips. The company was formerly known as Zimride, Inc. and changed its name to Lyft, Inc. in April 2013. Lyft, Inc. was incorporated in 2007 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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