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Uber Stock Gains Over 60% With Analyst Upgrades and Expanding AV Partnerships

Evercore and Bank of America raised price targets on Uber after Q2 booking acceleration boosted confidence in drivers’ new tax benefits despite an FTC lawsuit.

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Overview

  • Uber’s shares have climbed more than 60% year-to-date, reaching an all-time high as investors embrace its growth trajectory.
  • The ride-hailing giant has secured over 20 autonomous vehicle partnerships globally, including an expanded collaboration with Waymo into Philadelphia.
  • Bloomberg Second Measure data show Q2 gross bookings accelerated 1.4% quarter-over-quarter, with mobility up 1.5%, delivery up 0.9%, and average ride prices rising 8.4%.
  • The “No Tax on Tips” provision of the federal “One Big Beautiful Bill” is projected to deliver up to $1 billion in tax savings for Uber’s 1099 drivers, supporting driver supply.
  • Uber is contesting an FTC lawsuit that alleges deceptive billing practices in its Uber One subscription program.