Lyft, Inc. (LYFT) EBITDA Margin: 1.63%
Is Lyft, Inc.’s EBITDA margin high or low?
Lyft, Inc.'s EBITDA margin of 1.63% is 108% above its 5-year average of -21.37%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-67.97%–3.51%).
As of Thursday, June 11, 2026. 36.58% below its 12-month average of 2.57%.
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LYFT EBITDA Margin Metrics
EBITDA MARGIN
1.63%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG TTM
2.57%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 3Y
-8.36%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 5Y
-21.37%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 10Y
-50.66%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 15Y
-50.66%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 20Y
-50.66%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-36.58%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+119.50%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+107.63%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+103.22%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+103.22%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+103.22%
LYFT Competitors' EBITDA Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | EBITDA MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyft, Inc. (LYFT) | $5.09B | 1.63% | 2.57% | -8.36% | -21.37% |
| UiPath Inc. (PATH) | $5.64B | 7.30% | 1.52% | -7.76% | -16.93% |
| Duolingo, Inc. (DUOL) | $5.68B | 15.00% | 12.47% | 1.92% | -3.65% |
| ZoomInfo Technologies Inc. (ZI) | $3.42B | 18.06% | 15.46% | 25.63% | 24.84% |
| Bill.com Holdings, Inc. (BILL) | $3.16B | 9.46% | 8.45% | -6.96% | -14.46% |
| DocuSign, Inc. (DOCU) | $8.49B | 17.46% | 14.73% | 9.16% | 4.82% |
| C3.ai, Inc. (AI) | $1.55B | -182.20% | -126.45% | -109.21% | -90.17% |
| ZoomInfo Technologies Inc. (GTM) | $791.32M | 26.07% | 19.47% | 27.63% | 26.29% |
| HubSpot, Inc. (HUBS) | $9.58B | 7.50% | 6.21% | 1.73% | 1.04% |
| Oddity Tech Ltd. (ODD) | $604.71M | 15.99% | 18.64% | 16.18% | 15.70% |
Margin Comparison
Gross Margin
43.2%
EBITDA Margin
1.6%
Operating Margin
-2.5%
Net Margin
43.8%
Formula: EBITDA Margin = (EBITDA / Revenue) × 100
Why EBITDA Margin matters:
- Removes effects of depreciation policies (D&A)
- Capital structure neutral (ignores interest)
- Tax neutral (ignores tax differences)
- Good proxy for operating cash generation
Lyft, Inc. EBITDA Margin Formula & Definition
EBITDA Margin = EBITDA / Revenue
EBITDA margin measures operating profitability before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization as a percentage of revenue.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Lyft, Inc. EBITDA Margin FAQ
- What is the EBITDA margin for Lyft, Inc. (LYFT)?
- The EBITDA margin for LYFT stock is 1.63%.
- Is Lyft, Inc.'s EBITDA margin high or low?
- Lyft, Inc.'s EBITDA margin of 1.63% is 108% above its 5-year average of -21.37%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-67.97%–3.51%).
- What is the TTM average EBITDA margin for Lyft, Inc. (LYFT)?
- The TTM average EBITDA margin for LYFT stock is 2.57%.
- What is the 3Y average EBITDA margin for Lyft, Inc. (LYFT)?
- The 3Y average EBITDA margin for LYFT stock is -8.36%.
- What is the 5Y average EBITDA margin for Lyft, Inc. (LYFT)?
- The 5Y average EBITDA margin for LYFT stock is -21.37%.
- What is the 10Y average EBITDA margin for Lyft, Inc. (LYFT)?
- The 10Y average EBITDA margin for LYFT stock is -50.66%.
- What is the 15Y average EBITDA margin for Lyft, Inc. (LYFT)?
- The 15Y average EBITDA margin for LYFT stock is -50.66%.
- What is the 20Y average EBITDA margin for Lyft, Inc. (LYFT)?
- The 20Y average EBITDA margin for LYFT stock is -50.66%.
Lyft, Inc. EBITDA Margin History
| DATE | EBITDA MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 1.63% |
| 2024-12-31 | 3.51% |
| 2023-12-31 | -4.29% |
| 2022-12-31 | -34.29% |
| 2021-12-31 | -26.80% |
| 2020-12-31 | -67.97% |
| 2019-12-31 | -68.90% |
| 2018-12-31 | -41.35% |
| 2017-12-31 | -66.58% |
| 2016-12-31 | -201.60% |
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About Lyft, Inc.
Lyft, Inc. facilitates a comprehensive, on-demand transportation platform spanning the United States and Canada. Its core mission involves offering users personalized and immediate access to diverse mobility solutions through its multimodal network. Among its primary services is the Ridesharing Marketplace, which seamlessly connects drivers with passengers. For drivers, the company provides Express Drive, a flexible program for vehicle rentals. Consumers can also utilize Lyft Rentals for longer-distance travel needs. Furthermore, in numerous urban centers, Lyft operates a fleet of shared bikes and scooters, ideal for shorter journeys. The Lyft app enhances its utility by incorporating public transit data, thereby expanding the array of available transport options for users. Beyond these offerings, the company also provides access to autonomous vehicles, specialized enterprise transportation solutions (including concierge services for organizations), and subscription benefits through its Lyft Pink plans. Additional services include Lyft Pass commuter programs, first-mile and last-mile connectivity, and university safe rides initiatives. Established in 2007, the company initially operated as Zimride, Inc. before officially rebranding to Lyft, Inc. in April 2013. Its corporate headquarters are located in San Francisco, California.
- Sector
- Technology
- Industry
- Software - Application
- CEO
- John David Risher