Notis McConarty Edward bought a new position in shares of Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:UBER – Free Report) during the 2nd quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The fund bought 42,210 shares of the ride-sharing company’s stock, valued at approximately $3,046,000.
A number of other large investors have also modified their holdings of the business. Asahi Life Asset Management CO. LTD. purchased a new stake in Uber Technologies during the 2nd quarter valued at about $541,000. Somerville Kurt F purchased a new position in Uber Technologies in the 2nd quarter worth approximately $4,951,000. Foresight Global Investors Inc. purchased a new position in Uber Technologies in the 2nd quarter worth approximately $276,000. Puzo Michael J acquired a new position in shares of Uber Technologies during the 2nd quarter worth approximately $5,472,000. Finally, Latash Investments LLC acquired a new position in shares of Uber Technologies during the 2nd quarter worth approximately $381,000. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 80.24% of the company’s stock.
Uber Technologies News Summary
Here are the key news stories impacting Uber Technologies this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Robotaxi expansion in Dubai: Uber launched Baidu’s fully driverless Apollo Go vehicles on its platform in Dubai, creating what the companies described as the first global multi-partner autonomous network. The initiative strengthens Uber’s role as the marketplace connecting riders, autonomous fleets and local operators, without requiring Uber to build the vehicles itself. Uber Launches Baidu’s Fully Driverless Apollo Go in Dubai
- Positive Sentiment: Autonomous rides reach Europe: Uber, Pony.ai and Verne began offering autonomous rides in Zagreb, Croatia—the first European city where riders can book a self-driving vehicle through Uber’s app. The launch expands Uber’s long-term opportunity to participate in AV economics while relying on partners for vehicle technology and operations. Uber launches autonomous rides in Zagreb
- Positive Sentiment: Analyst and media support: Commentary comparing Uber with Lyft highlighted Uber’s stronger bookings growth, diversification and AV partnerships. Jim Cramer also remained bullish on Uber as a long-term holding, adding to the favorable sentiment around the stock. UBER or LYFT: Which Player Is Better-Placed Post-Q2 Earnings Results?
- Neutral Sentiment: Portfolio rebalancing involving Aurora: Uber sold approximately $472 million of Aurora Innovation stock but continues to own more than 186 million shares. The sale provides liquidity and may realize gains, although it reduces Uber’s direct exposure to Aurora’s future upside. Uber Sells $472 Million of Aurora Stock
- Negative Sentiment: Long-term competitive risk: Tesla’s planned Cybercab rollout could pressure ride-hailing pricing and margins if autonomous vehicles reduce the cost of competing services. The risk is longer term, but it highlights potential disruption to Uber’s core marketplace economics. Tesla’s Cybercab Launch Could Reshape Margins for Uber and Lyft
Uber Technologies Price Performance
Uber Technologies (NYSE:UBER – Get Free Report) last announced its quarterly 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 analyst estimates of $14.24 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $0.60 EPS. The company’s quarterly revenue was up 12.2% on a year-over-year basis. Uber Technologies has set its Q3 2026 guidance at 0.840-0.880 EPS. As a group, research analysts anticipate that Uber Technologies, Inc. will post 3.39 earnings per share for the current year.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth
UBER has been the topic of a number of recent research reports. The Goldman Sachs Group set a $100.00 price objective on Uber Technologies in a research note on Monday, June 29th. Evercore reaffirmed an “outperform” rating and issued a $150.00 target price on shares of Uber Technologies in a research note on Wednesday, August 5th. US Capital Advisors set a $95.00 price target on Uber Technologies in a report on Monday, May 11th. Jefferies Financial Group boosted their price target on shares of Uber Technologies from $100.00 to $110.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Monday, August 10th. Finally, Wells Fargo & Company dropped their price objective on shares of Uber Technologies from $100.00 to $89.00 and set an “overweight” rating for the company in a report on Thursday, August 6th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, thirty-three have issued a Buy rating, four have issued 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 a consensus price target of $104.25.
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Uber Technologies Profile
Uber Technologies, Inc is a technology company that operates a global platform connecting riders, drivers, couriers, restaurants and shippers. Founded in 2009 by Garrett Camp and Travis Kalanick and headquartered in San Francisco, Uber developed one of the first large-scale ride-hailing marketplaces and has since expanded into a broader set of mobility and logistics services. The company completed its initial public offering in 2019 and continues to position its app-based network as a multi-modal transportation and delivery platform.
Uber’s principal businesses include mobility services (ride-hailing and shared rides), delivery through Uber Eats, and freight logistics via Uber Freight.
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