Lyft Inc
Industrials
North America
Investment summary

Lyft operates a marketplace platform that connects riders with drivers through the Lyft App and offers car rental options for both ridesharing drivers and private customers seeking rentals for personal use. The company is committed to sustainability, promoting the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) to provide cleaner transportation options. Lyft operates in the United States and Canada, two premium ridesharing markets, and is expanding into Europe following its acquisition of FreeNow. In Q3 2025, Gross Bookings totaled $4.8bn in 3Q25, up 16% YoY, supported by an 18% YoY increase in active riders to 28.7mn and a 15% YoY increase in rides to 248.8mn..

Details
Ticker
LYFT.O
Trading currency
USD
Last close price, (currency)
18.33
Common shares outstanding
418,005,000
Preferred shares
0
MktCap, (currency) mn
7,320
Target price
25.50
Current opinion
BUY
Description

Lyft owns and operates multimodal transportation networks across the United States and Canada, offering a marketplace platform that connects drivers and riders through the Lyft App. Transportation options available on the platform include: Ridesharing Marketplace – On-demand matching of riders with drivers. Light Vehicles Network – A fleet of light vehicles supporting a range of transportation needs. Express Drive Program – Short-term vehicle rentals through Flexdrive or third-party partners, enabling drivers to participate in the ridesharing marketplace. Lyft Rentals – Car rentals for personal use over fixed periods. Lyft Driver Centers and Auto Care – Maintenance and collision repair... Lyft owns and operates multimodal transportation networks across the United States and Canada, offering a marketplace platform that connects drivers and riders through the Lyft App. Transportation options available on the platform include: Ridesharing Marketplace – On-demand matching of riders with drivers. Light Vehicles Network – A fleet of light vehicles supporting a range of transportation needs. Express Drive Program – Short-term vehicle rentals through Flexdrive or third-party partners, enabling drivers to participate in the ridesharing marketplace. Lyft Rentals – Car rentals for personal use over fixed periods. Lyft Driver Centers and Auto Care – Maintenance and collision repair services for drivers and riders through Lyft-operated facilities. With the acquisition of FREENOW, Lyft has strengthened its position as a top global multi-mobility platform, expanding its reach to a total addressable market (TAM) of approximately 300 billion personal vehicle trips annually. Looking ahead to 2026, Lyft plans to launch AV services in Nashville with Waymo, in Europe with Baidu, in Dallas with Mobileye and Marubeni. Lyft’s global presence is expanding rapidly following the acquisitions of FreeNow and TBR Global Chauffeuring. Lyft acquired TBR, a luxury chauffeuring provider, for £83mn in cash plus additional contingent consideration. The transaction, valued at approximately EUR175mn, has recently closed and will be reflected in Lyft’s financials later this year. TBR operates in 120 countries and more than 3,000 cities, giving Lyft meaningful access to international premium travel markets. TBR’s luxury transport offering complements FreeNow’s taxi operations across London, Paris, Berlin, and more than 150 cities in Europe.

Industry view (TAM)

The ridesharing market in the United States and Canada has experienced double-digit growth over the past five years, driven by the convenience of on-demand transportation in densely populated cities, shifting preferences among younger demographics, and the expansion of service offerings by ridesharing platforms. To strengthen user engagement, ridesharing companies have increasingly emphasized sustainability and service diversification, introducing options such as delivery services, scooters, and bikes. These initiatives have helped transform the industry into a more integrated Transportation-as-a-Service (TaaS) ecosystem, making urban mobility more accessible, efficient, and user-friendly. Lyft plans to engage across multiple segments of the autonomous vehicle (AV) value chain, including asset ownership and financing, fleet management, mobility platforms and marketplaces, and enhancing rider demand and experience. The company continues to expand its AV partnerships: In Europe, Baidu and Lyft plan to deploy an AV fleet through ApolloGo in key markets by 2026. In the United States, Lyft intends to launch autonomous shuttles in collaboration with BENTELER Mobility and introduce May Mobility services in Atlanta this summer.

Pros
  1. Comprehensive Transportation Solutions – Lyft offers riders a broad range of services, including ridesharing, scooters, bikes, and car rentals, all accessible through a single integrated platform. Focus on Financial Stability – A disciplined approach to operations and cost management enabled Lyft to achieve positive adjusted EBITDA ahead of schedule. Business-Oriented Platform – A dedicated enterprise platform, supported by corporate contracts, has helped stabilize cash flows and diversify revenue streams. Stable Market Position – Lyft maintains a strong market share in the U.S. and Canada, competing effectively against its larger rival, Uber. Significant Market Opportunity – A large Total Addressable Market (TAM) in the U.S., Europe and Canada, combined with post-pandemic recovery, positions Lyft for sustained revenue growth.
Cons
  1. Increased Competition – Intensifying competition from emerging services and platforms could limit Lyft’s growth potential and market share. Autonomous Vehicle Disruption – The rapid adoption of autonomous vehicles presents both opportunities and risks, potentially reshaping the ridesharing market and affecting Lyft’s long-term positioning. High Capital Requirements – Sustaining Lyft’s business model requires significant ongoing investments in drivers, scooters, and bikes, which may pressure cash flow and profitability. Market and Economic Pressures – Broader weakness in the technology sector, driven by rising interest rates and a challenging macroeconomic environment, continues to weigh on Lyft’s valuation. Competitive Disadvantage – Lyft faces significant competition from Uber, which benefits from stronger financial resources and could leverage this advantage to capture additional market share in the U.S. and Canada, as well as in Europe.
Risks
  1. Weakened Macroeconomic Conditions – Slower economic growth in the U.S. and Canada could dampen consumer spending, reducing demand for ridesharing services. Rising Fuel Costs – Increased fuel prices may place financial strain on riders and drivers, potentially lowering trip volumes. Inflationary Pressures – Higher inflation continues to drive up operating costs, including wages and administrative expenses, which could compress margins and weigh on valuations. Intensifying Competition – Heightened competition from existing players and new entrants, including autonomous vehicle providers, poses a risk to Lyft’s market share and profitability. Legal and Regulatory Risks – Ongoing legal and regulatory challenges related to Lyft’s business model, particularly regarding driver classification and compliance, create operational and financial uncertainty.
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Peer Group (top 5)

Company RIC Market Capitalization, $mn Last reporting year P/E Fwd 1Y P/E Fwd 2Y EV/EBITDA 1Y fwd EV/EBITDA 2Y fwd EV/Revenues 1y fwd EV/Revenues 2y fwd
Lyft Inc LYFT.O 7,320 2024-12-31 54.9 29.4 12.4 9.3 1.0 0.9
Uber Technologies Inc UBER.N 176,304 2024-12-31 15.9 24.0 20.9 16.5 3.5 3.0
Avis Budget Group Inc CAR.OQ 4,422 2024-12-31 17.5 16.0 32.6 26.5 2.5 2.4
Aptiv PLC APTV.N 16,986 2024-12-31 10.1 9.2 7.2 6.8 1.1 1.1
Tesla Inc TSLA.OQ 1,455,046 2024-12-31 274.0 212.1 107.4 92.0 15.0 13.5
Volkswagen AG VOWG_p.DE 56,917 2024-12-31 9.0 4.7 6.7 5.8 0.8 0.8
Financials
2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027
Revenue 1,060 2,157 3,616 2,365 3,208 4,095 4,404 5,786 6,484 7,377 8,257
Growth 103% 68% -35% 36% 28% 8% 31% 12% 14% 12%
EBITDA -696 -944 -679 -755 93 -417 222 382 517 690 870
EBITDA margin -65.7% -43.7% -18.8% -31.9% 2.9% -10.2% 5.1% 6.6% 8.0% 9.4% 10.5%
Net income -688 -911 -2,602 -1,753 -1,009 -1,585 -340 23 135 246 390
Net margin -64.9% -42.2% -72.0% -74.1% -31.4% -38.7% -7.7% 0.4% 2.1% 3.3% 4.7%
Net debt -1,106 -518 118 651 744 457 458 459 459 459 459
MktCap 12,298 14,867 13,833 3,801 5,549 5,157 5,157 5,157 5,157

Historical Multiples

2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027
EV/Revenue 3.4 6.6 4.5 1.0 1.4 1.0 0.9 0.8 0.7
EV/EBITDA -18.3 -20.5 156.9 -10.2 27.0 14.7 10.9 8.1 6.5
P/E -4.7 -8.5 -13.7 -2.4 -16.3 224.2 38.3 21.0 13.2
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