Core Insights - Uber Technologies (UBER) reported mixed fourth-quarter 2025 results, with earnings per share (EPS) of 71 cents missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 79 cents, reflecting a year-over-year decline of 77.8%. However, total revenues of $14.3 billion surpassed the estimate of $14.2 billion, marking a 20.1% increase year over year on a reported basis and 19% on a constant currency basis [1][10]. Revenue Breakdown - The majority of Uber's revenues (57.1%) came from the Mobility segment, which saw a revenue increase of 19% year over year on a reported basis, reaching $8.20 billion. The Delivery segment experienced a 30% year-over-year increase, totaling $4.89 billion. Conversely, Freight revenues were $1.27 billion, remaining nearly flat year over year [2][10]. Financial Performance - Adjusted EBITDA for the fourth quarter surged 35% year over year to $2.48 billion, falling within the guided range of $2.41 billion to $2.51 billion [3]. - Total gross bookings rose 22% year over year to $54.14 billion, exceeding the guided range of $52.25 billion to $53.75 billion [5]. Cash Flow and Debt - Operating cash flow was reported at $2.88 billion, with free cash flow at $2.80 billion. At the end of the quarter, cash and cash equivalents stood at $7.10 billion, down from $8.43 billion in the previous quarter. Long-term debt was slightly reduced to $10.5 billion from $10.6 billion [6][5]. Future Guidance - For the first quarter of 2026, Uber anticipates gross bookings between $52.00 billion and $53.50 billion, indicating a year-over-year growth of 17-21% on a constant currency basis. Adjusted EPS is expected to range from $0.65 to $0.72, reflecting a year-over-year growth of 37% at the midpoint, with the Zacks Consensus Estimate at 76 cents per share [7].
UBER Q4 Earnings Miss Estimates, Decrease Year Over Year