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▶ 7:28 · Transportation & Mobility · Public Markets & Valuation · Uber's Delivery Business Undervalued Versus DoorDash Multiple Suggests 80% Upside
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Uber is Undervalued. Here’s Why.

2026-08-18 · 7 company · 6 thematic
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anita ramaswamy

Anita Ramaswamy writes the financial analysis column for The Information. She recently published a column arguing Uber is undervalued, focusing on its delivery business valuation and autonomous vehicle partnership strategy.

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