Uber Slumps Over 5% on Tepid Outlook: ETFs in Focus

Core Insights - Uber reported better-than-expected revenue for Q4 2025, but softer profit guidance led to a 5% drop in shares following the announcement [1] Financial Performance - Quarterly earnings per share (EPS) of 71 cents missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 79 cents, marking a 77.8% decline year over year [2] - Total revenues reached $14.3 billion, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $14.2 billion, with a year-over-year increase of 20.1% on a reported basis and 19% on a constant currency basis [3] Segment Performance - The mobility segment generated $8.2 billion in revenue, up about 18% year over year on a constant currency basis, while delivery revenue climbed 29% to $4.9 billion [4] - Gross bookings for the quarter were reported at $54.1 billion, exceeding the average analyst estimate of $53.1 billion [5] Growth Drivers - The delivery business has shown the strongest revenue growth, expanding beyond restaurants into groceries and retail, supported by partnerships with OpenTable, Shopify, and various retail brands [6] Future Guidance - For Q1 2026, gross bookings are expected to rise at least 17% year over year, projected between $52 billion and $53.5 billion, with adjusted EPS anticipated in the range of $0.65-$0.72 [7] ETF Impact - Uber has significant exposure in various exchange-traded funds (ETFs), with notable performance changes on February 4, including a 7.1% loss in UBEW and a 1.5% gain in IYT [8]