LYFT Inc (LYFT) Stock Shows Strong Momentum and Analyst Confidence

Mildred Roberts

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Lyft Inc (NASDAQ: LYFT) saw significant trading activity recently, with 50.64 million shares exchanged—more than double its average volume of 20.68 million. The Software–Application company, operating within the Technology sector, traded between $19.96 and $22.19 during the session.

Over the past 52 weeks, LYFT shares have ranged from a low of $9.66 to a high of $23.50. The stock currently holds a 1-year average price target of $22.59 and maintains a beta of 2.00, reflecting relatively high volatility compared to the market.

Price Performance and Earnings

Stock performance serves as a key indicator for investor sentiment. Over the past week, LYFT gained 7.59%, while showing a 0.43% increase over the past month. The company’s three-month performance surged 58.46%, and its six-month performance rose 63.46%.

Year-over-year, LYFT’s stock is up 64.73%, and it has advanced 56.48% year-to-date, demonstrating strong recovery momentum.

From an earnings standpoint, the trailing 12-month EPS stands at $0.36, while next year’s EPS is estimated at $1.01. The next-quarter EPS forecast is $0.19, indicating an expected EPS growth rate of -23.22% for this year and 38.58% growth for next year—suggesting a rebound in profitability.

Float and Short Interest

As of October 15, 2025, Lyft Inc had 401.46 million shares outstanding, with a float of 368.49 million shares available for trading. Short interest totaled 63.49 million shares, reflecting notable investor activity in the options and short-selling markets.

The company is led by John David Risher (CEO & Director) and Erin Brewer (Chief Financial Officer).

Recent Financial Overview

In the fiscal quarter ending June 30, 2025, Lyft Inc reported revenue of $1.59 billion, with operating income of $2.43 million. The company’s EBITDA for the period was $80.05 million, and diluted EPS came in at $0.10, reflecting consistent progress toward profitability.

These results highlight Lyft’s ongoing efforts to strengthen margins through operational efficiency and improved ride-share demand.

Analysts’ Ratings and Price Targets

24 analysts currently cover LYFT stock, providing a wide range of opinions. Among them:

  • 11 analysts recommend a “Buy”,
  • 13 analysts rate it as “Hold”,
  • 0 analysts suggest “Sell”, “Overweight,” or “Underweight.”

The average 12-month price target is $21.28, with a high target of $30.00 and a low target of $10.00. This implies potential upside of 41.18% at the high end and downside of -52.94% at the low end. Reaching the average target would result in a modest 0.16% gain from current levels.

EPS: Estimates vs. Actual

Analysts estimate LYFT’s annual EPS between $0.71 (low) and $0.91 (high), with an average of $0.84. The company delivered a positive earnings surprise of $0.04 in the previous quarter.

For the next quarter, EPS estimates range from -$0.03 to $0.11, with an average forecast of $0.06, reflecting ongoing improvement in earnings consistency.

Overall, Lyft Inc (NASDAQ: LYFT) has demonstrated robust performance over the past year, buoyed by strong earnings growth and increased trading volume. While volatility remains a factor, steady analyst coverage and improving financials suggest that LYFT could continue its upward trajectory if it maintains operational and revenue momentum into 2026.

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