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Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER) regularly issues news that reflects its role as a technology platform for mobility, delivery, and freight. Company updates often highlight how Uber is expanding the ways people, food, and things move through cities, in line with its mission to create opportunity through movement. These announcements provide insight into new partnerships, product offerings, and geographic initiatives across its apps.
Recent news underscores Uber’s activity in grocery and retail delivery. The company has announced the addition of nearly 2,700 Kroger Family of Companies locations to the Uber, Uber Eats, and Postmates apps, allowing customers to order groceries and household essentials for on-demand or same-day delivery. Other releases describe the expansion of Uber’s retail selection with regional and national partners, as well as the addition of brands such as PacSun, Camping World, and Lush to its delivery platform.
Uber’s news flow also covers developments in autonomous mobility and delivery. Press releases describe robotaxi collaborations with partners including Lucid, Nuro, WeRide, and Avride, featuring pilot and commercial services in locations such as Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Dallas. Additional announcements detail autonomous delivery partnerships with Starship Technologies and Coco Robotics, which integrate sidewalk and urban delivery robots into the Uber Eats experience.
Investors and users following UBER news can expect coverage of quarterly earnings conference calls, segment and metric updates, new non-GAAP reporting measures, capital markets transactions, and expansions of Uber’s hybrid network of human drivers and autonomous vehicles in development. This news page aggregates these items so readers can review how Uber’s mobility, delivery, and freight activities evolve over time.
Uber (NYSE: UBER) has entered a strategic global partnership with bp to integrate over 3,000 retail locations on Uber Eats by 2025. This collaboration will expand their existing arrangements in countries such as Australia, New Zealand, Poland, South Africa, the UK, and parts of the US. The initiative aims to meet the increased consumer demand for convenience delivery, supporting bp's goal to enhance customer access. By leveraging Uber's robust delivery network, bp anticipates significant growth opportunities, including launching delivery options through its BPme app by the end of 2023.
Uber, in collaboration with It's On Us and The International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA), is launching a safety awareness campaign aimed at college students as they approach spring break. Students will receive reminders via email and in-app notifications highlighting crucial safety features available on the Uber platform. Key tips include group travel, checking in with friends, being cautious at night, and utilizing the app's safety features like Verify Your Ride and Emergency Button. The initiative aims to enhance student safety through education.
Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER) announced that CEO Dara Khosrowshahi will deliver a keynote at the 2022 Morgan Stanley Technology, Media and Telecom Conference on March 7, 2022, at 3:00 PM PT (6:00 PM ET). A live audio webcast of the event will be accessible via the investor relations section of the Uber website at http://investor.uber.com. Since its inception in 2010, Uber has transformed transportation, completing over 30 billion trips, and aims to create opportunities through movement.
Uber reported robust financial results for Q4 2021, with Gross Bookings of $25.9 billion, a 51% increase year-over-year, and a net income of $892 million, benefiting from a $1.4 billion gain from equity investments. Adjusted EBITDA rose to $86 million, surpassing expectations. Mobility bookings reached $11.3 billion (+67% YoY), while Delivery bookings grew to $13.4 billion (+34% YoY). The company ended Q4 2021 with $4.3 billion in cash. Looking ahead, Uber predicts Q1 2022 Gross Bookings between $25 billion and $26 billion, with Adjusted EBITDA of $100 million to $130 million.
Wallbox (NYSE: WBX) and Uber (NYSE: UBER) are expanding their partnership across the U.S. following a successful pilot in the Bay Area. By April 2022, Uber drivers will have access to a discounted package for the Wallbox Pulsar Plus charger and installation. The rollout will occur in four phases starting in January 2022, covering key cities like Los Angeles and New York, and aims for nationwide availability. The partnership supports Uber's goal of achieving zero emissions by 2030, enhancing EV accessibility for drivers.
Uber Technologies announced a partnership with Smart & Final Stores to enhance grocery delivery across the West Coast. Currently, 173 Smart & Final locations in Arizona, California, and Nevada are available on Uber and Uber Eats, with plans to include all 254 stores. The collaboration allows Uber to offer alcohol delivery for the first time through Uber Eats, beginning in California, with plans to expand to other states. Since its grocery service launch in July 2020, Uber has seen significant growth, catering to the increasing demand for on-demand shopping.
Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER) will host its Investor Day on February 10 at 9 a.m. Eastern Time in New York City, updated from its original time and location in San Francisco. The event aims to engage with financial analysts and institutional investors. A live webcast and materials will be accessible on Uber's Investor Relations website, with a replay available for at least 90 days. Uber plans to use its Investor Relations site to disclose material nonpublic information, in compliance with Regulation FD.
Uber (NYSE: UBER) and Visa (NYSE: V) launched the Grants for Growth program, allocating $1 million to support small businesses impacted by the pandemic across 10 U.S. cities. Each of the 100 selected merchants will receive $10,000 for immediate needs such as payroll and technology upgrades. Eligible businesses must have been active on Uber Eats since January 1, 2022, in cities including Atlanta, Chicago, and Los Angeles. The program, administered by LISC, aims to promote restaurant recovery and entrepreneur support.
Motional and Uber Technologies Inc (NYSE: UBER) have partnered to launch autonomous deliveries starting in early 2022 in Santa Monica. Utilizing Motional's all-electric Hyundai IONIQ 5-based robotaxi, the collaboration will initiate meal kit deliveries via Uber Eats. This venture marks Motional's entry into autonomous delivery and Uber's first partnership with a driverless vehicle provider. Both companies aim to enhance customer experience in delivery services by leveraging autonomous technology. The partnership signifies a pivotal moment for both companies in the evolving delivery market.
On December 14, 2021, CLEAR (NYSE: YOU) announced a partnership with Uber (NYSE: UBER) to enhance the travel experience through the integration of Uber's ride service into CLEAR's app. This collaboration aims to provide travelers with real-time data on when to leave for flights, improving the 'Home to Gate' feature by allowing users to reserve Uber rides directly. With travel surging during the holiday season, this initiative seeks to reduce stress and streamline airport travel. CLEAR currently boasts over 8 million members and is recognized for its secure identity solutions.