Uber Technologies' (UBER) Buy Rating Reiterated at Guggenheim

Uber Technologies (NYSE:UBER - Get Free Report)'s stock had its "buy" rating restated by Guggenheim in a research report issued on Friday, Benzinga reports. They currently have a $125.00 price target on the ride-sharing company's stock. Guggenheim's price objective would suggest a potential upside of 75.01% from the stock's previous close.

A number of other equities analysts also recently issued reports on UBER. DA Davidson dropped their price target on Uber Technologies from $107.00 to $100.00 and set a "buy" rating on the stock in a research note on Thursday, August 6th. The Goldman Sachs Group set a $100.00 price target on Uber Technologies in a research note on Monday, June 29th. Citigroup restated a "market outperform" rating on shares of Uber Technologies in a research note on Wednesday, October 7th. Rosenblatt Securities began coverage on Uber Technologies in a research note on Tuesday, September 1st. They issued a "buy" rating and a $100.00 price target on the stock. Finally, Arete Research set a $74.00 price target on Uber Technologies and gave the stock a "neutral" rating in a research note on Thursday, September 10th. Two research analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirty-four have issued a Buy rating, four have assigned a Hold rating and three have given a Sell rating to the company. According to MarketBeat.com, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy" and an average price target of $103.11.

Uber Technologies Stock Performance

Shares of UBER opened at $71.42 on Friday. The business's fifty day simple moving average is $73.19 and its two-hundred day simple moving average is $72.91. The company has a current ratio of 0.84, a quick ratio of 0.84 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.38. Uber Technologies has a 12 month low of $65.41 and a 12 month high of $100.35. The company has a market cap of $145.89 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 15.70, a P/E/G ratio of 5.91 and a beta of 1.27.

Uber Technologies (NYSE:UBER - Get Free Report) last issued its earnings results on Wednesday, August 5th. The ride-sharing company reported $0.81 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.80 by $0.01. Uber Technologies had a return on equity of 43.36% and a net margin of 17.34%. The business had revenue of $14.19 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $14.24 billion. During the same period last year, the business posted $0.60 EPS. The company's revenue was up 12.2% compared to the same quarter last year. Uber Technologies has set its Q3 2026 guidance at 0.840-0.880 EPS. Research analysts anticipate that Uber Technologies will post 3.20 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

Insider Buying and Selling

In related news, CEO Dara Khosrowshahi bought 141,000 shares of the firm's stock in a transaction that occurred on Thursday, September 10th. The shares were bought at an average cost of $70.96 per share, with a total value of $10,005,360.00. Following the acquisition, the chief executive officer owned 1,367,100 shares in the company, valued at $97,009,416. This trade represents a 11.50% increase in their ownership of the stock. The purchase was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through the SEC website. Also, insider Jill Hazelbaker sold 28,170 shares of the firm's stock in a transaction on Friday, September 11th. The stock was sold at an average price of $71.31, for a total value of $2,008,802.70. Following the completion of the transaction, the insider directly owned 149,525 shares in the company, valued at approximately $10,662,627.75. This represents a 15.85% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. 3.81% of the stock is owned by insiders.

Institutional Investors Weigh In On Uber Technologies

Institutional investors and hedge funds have recently bought and sold shares of the business. Public Investment Fund bought a new stake in shares of Uber Technologies during the second quarter valued at approximately $5,256,173,439. Legal & General Group Plc bought a new stake in shares of Uber Technologies in the second quarter worth about $943,167,000. Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management Co. Ltd. bought a new stake in shares of Uber Technologies in the second quarter worth about $752,151,000. Baird Financial Group Inc. increased its holdings in shares of Uber Technologies by 64.4% in the second quarter. Baird Financial Group Inc. now owns 9,099,343 shares of the ride-sharing company's stock worth $656,609,000 after purchasing an additional 3,564,073 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Fundsmith LLP bought a new stake in shares of Uber Technologies in the second quarter worth about $645,338,000. 80.24% of the stock is owned by institutional investors.

Uber Technologies News Roundup

Here are the key news stories impacting Uber Technologies this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Guggenheim reaffirmed its Buy rating and set a $125 price target, implying substantial upside from current levels. The target reflects confidence in Uber’s earnings potential and long-term growth strategy. Benzinga analyst rating report
• Positive Sentiment: Recent comparisons highlight Uber’s stronger revenue scale, steadier growth trajectory and substantially higher net margin than Coupang. Separate valuation commentary argues that Uber’s earnings multiple appears attractive relative to peers, particularly if new services and autonomous vehicles expand profitability. Uber and Coupang revenue comparison Uber valuation analysis
• Positive Sentiment: Uber has begun a self-driving robotaxi trial in Manchester, reinforcing its push into autonomous transportation and potentially improving its long-term cost structure and competitive position. Uber Manchester robotaxi trial
• Neutral Sentiment: Erste Group Bank issued a fiscal 2027 earnings estimate for Uber, but the available report does not provide the forecast figure or indicate whether it differs materially from consensus. Erste Group Bank Uber earnings estimate
• Negative Sentiment: Lyft is launching Alcove, a business-travel and chauffeur brand, intensifying competition in Uber’s higher-value corporate transportation market. Lyft launches Alcove business travel brand
• Negative Sentiment: Uber settled a sexual-assault lawsuit before trial. Although the settlement removes immediate litigation uncertainty, the case adds to ongoing concerns about rider safety and reputational risk. Uber sexual assault lawsuit settlement
• Negative Sentiment: Commentary points to robotaxi disruption fears and weaker guidance as reasons Uber remains well below its annual high, keeping investors focused on execution and the potential threat from autonomous competitors. Uber robotaxi and guidance concerns

About Uber Technologies

Uber Technologies, Inc NYSE: UBER is a technology company that operates a global platform connecting consumers with independent drivers, delivery couriers, merchants and other service providers. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, Uber originally focused on app-based ride-hailing and has expanded into a broader range of mobility and delivery services.

Its Mobility segment offers rides through products such as UberX, Uber Black and other locally available options, as well as services including taxis, car rentals, scooters and bikes in select markets.