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Lyft
🇺🇸 NASDAQ:LYFT
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Dec 31, 2024

Lyft Q4 2024 Earnings Report

Key Takeaways

Lyft reported a record-breaking Q4 2024 with significant revenue growth, net income profitability, and strong operational performance. Revenue grew by 27% year-over-year, net income reached $61.7 million compared to a net loss in Q4 2023, and gross bookings increased 15%. The company also saw a rise in active riders and rides, achieving all-time highs.

Total Revenue
$1.55B
Previous year: $1.22B
+26.6%
EPS
$0.27
Previous year: $0.18
+50.0%
Gross Bookings
$4.28B
Previous year: $3.72B
+14.9%
Active Riders
24.7M
Previous year: 22.4M
+10.3%
Number of Rides
218.5M
Previous year: 190.8M
+14.5%
Cash and Equivalents
$1.98B
Previous year: $1.69B
+17.8%
Free Cash Flow
$187M
Previous year: $30.2M
+519.6%
Total Assets
$5.44B
Previous year: $4.56B
+19.1%

Lyft Revenue

Lyft EPS

Lyft Revenue by Segment

Lyft Revenue by Geographic Location

Forward Guidance

Lyft expects continued growth in rides and bookings for Q1 2025, driven by strong rider and driver engagement. However, the company anticipates pricing challenges in the U.S. market.

Positive Outlook

  • Expected rides growth in the mid-teens year-over-year.
  • Gross bookings projected to grow between 10% and 14% year-over-year.
  • Adjusted EBITDA expected to be between $90 million and $95 million.
  • Expansion of service levels to improve market share.
  • Strong engagement from both riders and drivers.

Challenges Ahead

  • Pricing environment in the U.S. remains challenging.
  • Potential regulatory risks affecting rideshare operations.
  • Increased competition from other rideshare platforms.
  • Macroeconomic uncertainty impacting consumer demand.
  • Potential cost pressures from insurance and operational expenses.