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An operating expense is an expense a business incurs through its normal business operations. Often abbreviated as OPEX.

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Shares outstanding refer to a company's stock currently held by all its shareholders, including share blocks held by institutional investors and restricted shares owned by the company's officers and insiders.

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Market Cap

Also known as Price/Sales Ratio. Calculated using Average market cap for the quarter / Annualized quarterly revenue.

Revenue Multiple

Lyft

Lyft, Inc. engages in the provision and management of an online social rideshare community platform. It provides access to a network of shared bikes and scooters for shorter rides and first-mile and last-mile legs of multimodal trips, information about nearby public transit routes, and Lyft Rentals to offer riders a view of transportation options when planning any trip. The company was founded by Marcus Cohn, John Zimmer, Rajat Suri, Matt van Horn, and Logan Green in 2007 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

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Lyft reports record revenue in Q4 2022, focuses on profitability

Lyft's Q4 2022 performance showcased record revenue, strong demand, and a focus on profitability through initiatives like Lyft Pink.
While facing challenges with supply-demand balance and pricing dynamics, the company is leveraging opportunities in cost reduction and driver supply increase.
Looking ahead, Lyft aims for stable growth, balanced dynamics, and a continued focus on profitability and competitive positioning.

Lyft surpasses Q1 revenue targets, focuses on cost-saving strategies

Lyft's Q1 2023 performance exceeded expectations, driven by strong financial results and a focus on cost-saving measures and restructuring.
The company's strengths include competitive pricing strategies, a pure play focus on rideshare, and emphasis on autonomy and AV partnerships.
Challenges include managing driver incentives, short-term impacts of cost cuts, and transitioning away from certain business segments.
Opportunities for Lyft include accelerating rideshare growth, enhancing product offerings post-COVID, and leveraging partnerships in the AV space.

Lyft reports Q2 revenue growth, eyes market differentiation for growth

Lyft's Q2 showed positive performance with revenue growth and improved marketplace balance. Challenges include pricing strategy adjustments and managing insurance costs. Opportunities lie in continued rideshare growth and service differentiation.

Lyft reports record Q3 performance and focuses on customer growth

Lyft's Q3 performance was strong, with record gross bookings and ride growth, setting a positive tone for future growth.
The company's focus on driver experience and customer obsession positions it well for continued success.
Challenges include managing insurance costs and transitioning product offerings to meet customer preferences.
Opportunities lie in expanding differentiated experiences, media advertising, and driving growth through key customer segments.

Lyft reports robust Q4 results, eyes sustainable growth in 2024

Lyft's Q4 2023 performance was strong, with a focus on innovation, partnership growth, and operational efficiency.
The company faces challenges in cost management and competitive pressures but has opportunities in advertising, partnerships, and service enhancements.
By maintaining cost discipline, enhancing rider experience, and expanding partnerships, Lyft aims for sustainable growth and profitability in 2024.
Investments in innovation, rideshare perfection, and driver commitment position Lyft for success amidst industry competition and evolving market dynamics.

Lyft reports robust Q1 performance, eyes growth amid challenges

Lyft's Q1 2024 showcased strong financial performance, improved driver earnings, and operational excellence.
The company's focus on customer experience, diverse ride options, and media revenue growth are key strengths.
Challenges include regulatory hurdles, autonomous vehicle integration, and maintaining healthy revenue margins.
Opportunities lie in expanding use cases, increasing customer frequency, and leveraging media business success.

Lyft achieves GAAP profitability, eyes AVs and revenue diversification

Lyft's Q2 2024 performance reflects a milestone achievement of GAAP profitability and strong financial health.
Strategic strengths in operational excellence, partnerships, and innovation position Lyft for sustained growth and market expansion.
Challenges in balancing cost optimization, managing stock-based compensation, and navigating market dynamics require careful attention.
Opportunities in AVs, revenue growth, and customer experience enhancements present avenues for future growth and market leadership.

Lyft reports record metrics and raises 2024 outlook amidst challenges

Lyft's Q3 2024 performance reflects operational excellence, financial growth, and strategic advancements in product innovation and partnerships.
While facing challenges such as insurance cost increases and partnership impacts, Lyft leverages strengths in customer focus and market expansion.
Opportunities lie in raised outlooks, strategic partnerships, and continued focus on driver and customer satisfaction for sustained growth.
Overall, Lyft's performance showcases resilience, adaptability, and a commitment to driving value for both stakeholders and customers.

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Lyft, Inc. engages in the provision and management of an online social rideshare community platform. It offers access to a network of shared bikes and scooters for shorter rides and first mile and last-mile legs of multimodal trips, information about nearby public transit routes, and Lyft Rentals to offer riders a view of transportation options when planning any trip. The company was founded by Marcus Cohn, John Zimmer, Rajat Suri, Matt van Horn, and Logan Green in 2007 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

Uber

Welcome back to Human Capital! As many of you know, Human Capital is a weekly newsletter where I break down the latest in labor, as well as diversity and inclusion in tech.

Human Capital: Court ruling could mean trouble for Uber and Lyft as gig workers may finally become employees

California has become ground zero for gig worker status as a major lawsuit and a nearly $200 million ballot measure campaign heat up.

Uber and Lyft need to make drivers employees, appeals court rules

Uber and Lyft must classify their drivers as employees, an appellate court ruled yesterday evening. However, the decision will be stayed for 30 days after the court issues the remittitur, which has not happened yet.

CA appeals court upholds ruling that Uber and Lyft must classify drivers as employees

A California appeals court said Uber and Lyft must treat their drivers there as employees, handing the ride-hailing giants another defeat in a legal battle that could upend their business. The Thursday ruling came as the Silicon Valley firms urged California voters to exempt them from a state law meant to force companies to treat.

Appeals court rules against Uber, Lyft in California driver fight

Ridesharing outfits have about 30 days to comply.

California Appeals Court Says Uber and Lyft Must Classify Drivers as Employees

The ruling doesn't go into effect until after the Nov. 3 elections where voters will decide on a ballot measure backed by the ride-hailing companies.

Uber And Lyft Lose Appeal Against California Labor Law, Ordered To Classify Drivers As Employees

A California appeals court on Thursday unanimously ruled against ride-hailing companies Uber Technologies Inc and Lyft Inc , saying they must reclassify their drivers in the state as employees.

California appeals court rules Uber, Lyft must reclassify drivers as employees

In a setback for ride-hailing companies Uber Technologies Inc (NASDAQ: UBER) and LYFT Inc (NASDAQ: LYFT), a California appeals court ruled on Thursday that the companies must comply with August's injunction order requiring them to reclassify the drivers as their employees, reports the Wall Street Journal. The order will not go into effect right away and the Proposition 22 ballot measure on Nov. 3 could still exempt the companies from this order.

Uber, Lyft Must Classify Drivers As Employees, California Appeals Court Rules

In a blow to Uber and Lyft, a California appeals court said Thursday that the companies must reclassify their drivers as employees rather than independent contractors, affirming an earlier court decision.

Uber and Lyft must reclassify drivers as employees, appeals court finds

Ruling deals blow to firms' battle against AB5, which requires companies give California drivers minimum wage and benefits

Uber and Lyft 'likely broke law' by classifying drivers as contractors, court rules

With a major lawsuit and a nearly $200 million ballot measure campaign, California has become ground zero for gig worker status.

California appeals court: Uber and Lyft likely misclassified drivers as contractors

An upcoming ballot measure could still undermine the entire case.

Uber and Lyft face setback in case to reclassify workers, but it's far from over

The ruling adds new urgency to a ballot measure in the state that would exempt the companies from a new labor law intended to give gig workers more employment rights.

Appeals Court Says Uber and Lyft Must Treat California Drivers as Employees

PayPal

Lyft riders will soon have the option for paying and splitting fares using Venmo, the company said in a blog posting this morning. Venmo joins Lyft's other payment methods of PayPal, credit cards, debit cards, Lyft Cash and more.

Lyft will soon let riders pay for rides with Venmo

As the Proposition 22 battle heats up in California, opponents of the initiative say the campaign saved $1.5 million in postage using nonprofit status.

Uber, Lyft's ballot measure campaign gets nonprofit status for mailers, opponents cry foul

Benefits of the gig economy include large savings to the government and lower consumer debt.

Outside the Box: How Uber, Lyft and other gig work provides a safety net for Americans that unemployment checks cannot

As Election Day nears, California voters are being bombarded with ads featuring smiling Black and brown faces championing Proposition 22, the initiative by Uber Technologies Inc., Lyft Inc. and other gig companies that seeks to exempt them from a state law requiring them to treat drivers and delivery workers as employees.

Race has played a large role in Uber and Lyft's fight to preserve their business models

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 15, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lyft, Inc. (Nasdaq: LYFT) (the “Company” or “Lyft”), today announced that it will release financial results for its third fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2020 after the close of the market on Tuesday, November 10, 2020.

Lyft To Announce Third Quarter 2020 Financial Results

Gig jobs are increasingly important for retirees

Brett Arends's ROI: If you want to know what’s best for Uber and Lyft drivers, ask them

GrubHub

The ridesharing companies have different expansion strategies into food delivery.

Lyft Deal With Grubhub Challenges Uber in Food Delivery

A California appeals court on Tuesday listened to arguments by lawyers for Uber Technologies Inc, Lyft Inc and the state of California about whether the state can recognize their drivers as employees with the right to minimum wage, overtime pay, health insurance and unemployment insurance.

California appeals court hears arguments in Uber, Lyft gig worker lawsuit

Takeout is more important than ever in 2020.

Lyft Partners With GrubHub For Upgraded Restaurant Takeout

Seattle officially established a minimum wage standard for Uber and Lyft drivers on Thursday as Mayor Jenny Durkan signed the new legislation into law.

Seattle mayor signs minimum wage law for Uber and Lyft drivers in first-ever virtual bill signing

At first, Uber and Lyft driver Michael Richert was undecided about how he would vote on Proposition 22, a California ballot initiative sponsored by gig economy giants Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, Instacart and Uber-owned Postmates that comes up for a vote in November.

The $185 million campaign to keep Uber and Lyft drivers as contractors in California

Patients won't need the Lyft app to get to the hospital and back. 

News for Lyft Stock (LYFT)