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Uber Inks Deal on Drone Delivery: Is the Growth Thesis Strengthening?
ZACKS· 2025-09-18 17:36
Core Insights - Uber Technologies has partnered with Flytrex to launch drone delivery services on the Uber Eats platform, expected to begin in pilot markets in the U.S. by the end of 2025 [1][9] - The partnership combines Flytrex's autonomous drone delivery system with Uber's logistics expertise, aiming for a fully integrated delivery experience [2][9] - This marks Uber's return to drone delivery after previous trials in 2019 that did not lead to a commercial launch [4][9] Company Developments - Flytrex has completed over 200,000 deliveries in the U.S. and operates under FAA-certified safety standards, indicating its capability to operate alongside manned aircraft [3] - Uber previously sold its aviation division to Joby Aviation in 2020, which is now close to commercializing air taxi services [5] Financial Performance - Uber's shares have gained in double digits this year, outperforming its industry amid tariff-related uncertainties [6] - The company trades at a forward 12-month price-to-sales ratio of 3.39X, which is considered inexpensive compared to its industry [7]
🚨 All-In Summit Speaker Announcement: Keller Rinaudo Cliffton
All-In Podcast· 2025-08-08 14:15
Drone Delivery Industry Landscape - Regulators are approving drone deliveries, signaling a positive shift in the industry [1] - Zipline is the largest autonomous drone delivery fleet globally [1] - Zipline's technology is more advanced than that of Google or Amazon [2] Zipline Company Focus - Zipline is focused on building real-world applications [1] - Zipline is an autonomous logistics and delivery system [1]