Lyft, Inc. (LYFT) Operating Margin: -2.53%
Is Lyft, Inc.’s operating margin high or low?
Lyft, Inc.'s operating margin of -2.53% is 91% above its 5-year average of -27.22%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-76.47%–-2.06%).
As of Thursday, June 11, 2026. 0.40% below its 12-month average of -2.52%.
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LYFT Operating Margin Metrics
OPERATING MARGIN
-2.53%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG TTM
-2.52%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 3Y
-12.87%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 5Y
-27.22%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 10Y
-55.20%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 15Y
-55.20%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 20Y
-55.20%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-0.40%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+80.34%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+90.71%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+95.42%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+95.42%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+95.42%
LYFT Competitors' Operating Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | OPERATING MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyft, Inc. (LYFT) | $5.09B | -2.53% | -2.52% | -12.87% | -27.22% |
| UiPath Inc. (PATH) | $5.64B | 6.19% | -3.79% | -13.27% | -21.23% |
| Duolingo, Inc. (DUOL) | $5.77B | 14.78% | 11.05% | 0.55% | -4.98% |
| AXT, Inc. (AXTI) | $4.10B | -13.85% | -19.89% | -14.84% | -7.64% |
| ZoomInfo Technologies Inc. (ZI) | $3.42B | 18.60% | 13.04% | 15.76% | 14.33% |
| Bill.com Holdings, Inc. (BILL) | $3.16B | -3.52% | -9.50% | -24.08% | -27.64% |
| Ichor Holdings, Ltd. (ICHR) | $2.93B | -3.69% | -2.52% | 0.08% | 2.04% |
| DocuSign, Inc. (DOCU) | $8.49B | 10.64% | 7.99% | 3.41% | -0.21% |
| C3.ai, Inc. (AI) | $1.55B | -194.86% | -139.13% | -122.41% | -100.02% |
| ZoomInfo Technologies Inc. (GTM) | $791.32M | 19.40% | 13.04% | 15.76% | 14.33% |
Operating Efficiency
Gross Margin
43.2%
Operating Margin
-2.5%
Lyft, Inc. Operating Margin Formula & Definition
Operating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue
Operating margin is the percentage of revenue remaining after operating expenses, reflecting operating efficiency.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Lyft, Inc. Operating Margin FAQ
- What is the operating margin for Lyft, Inc. (LYFT)?
- The operating margin for LYFT stock is -2.53%.
- Is Lyft, Inc.'s operating margin high or low?
- Lyft, Inc.'s operating margin of -2.53% is 91% above its 5-year average of -27.22%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-76.47%–-2.06%).
- What is the TTM average operating margin for Lyft, Inc. (LYFT)?
- The TTM average operating margin for LYFT stock is -2.52%.
- What is the 3Y average operating margin for Lyft, Inc. (LYFT)?
- The 3Y average operating margin for LYFT stock is -12.87%.
- What is the 5Y average operating margin for Lyft, Inc. (LYFT)?
- The 5Y average operating margin for LYFT stock is -27.22%.
- What is the 10Y average operating margin for Lyft, Inc. (LYFT)?
- The 10Y average operating margin for LYFT stock is -55.20%.
- What is the 15Y average operating margin for Lyft, Inc. (LYFT)?
- The 15Y average operating margin for LYFT stock is -55.20%.
- What is the 20Y average operating margin for Lyft, Inc. (LYFT)?
- The 20Y average operating margin for LYFT stock is -55.20%.
Lyft, Inc. Operating Margin History
| DATE | OPERATING MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | -2.98% |
| 2024-12-31 | -2.06% |
| 2023-12-31 | -10.80% |
| 2022-12-31 | -35.63% |
| 2021-12-31 | -35.38% |
| 2020-12-31 | -76.47% |
| 2019-12-31 | -74.74% |
| 2018-12-31 | -45.34% |
| 2017-12-31 | -66.83% |
| 2016-12-31 | -201.75% |
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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