Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER) ended Monday, December 15, 2025, under pressure after U.S. regulators and a coalition of states escalated a consumer-protection case tied to Uber One, the company’s paid membership program. Shares fell sharply in the regular session, and after-hours trading stayed slightly negative, keeping investors focused on legal headline risk ahead of Tuesday’s opening bell.
Below is what happened after the bell today (15.12.2025)—and what to know before the U.S. stock market opens tomorrow, Tuesday, December 16, 2025.
UBER stock price after the bell: the numbers investors are reacting to
Uber stock closed at $81.86, down $3.25 (-3.82%) in Monday’s regular session. The stock traded between $83.62 (high) and $81.17 (low), with about 32.0 million shares changing hands. [1]
In after-hours trading, shares were $81.68, down $0.18 (-0.22%) from the close as of 5:16 p.m. ET. [2]
Why this matters: The size of the regular-session drop—followed by relatively muted after-hours action—suggests the market quickly priced in the day’s headline, but investors may still reassess the potential financial and operational implications as more details (and commentary) circulate overnight.
The main catalyst: FTC + 21 states widen the Uber One subscription fight
The biggest driver of Monday’s move was an amended complaint filed by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission, joined by 21 states and the District of Columbia, alleging deceptive practices tied to Uber One subscriptions. [3]
What regulators allege
According to the FTC, the amended complaint alleges Uber:
- charged consumers without consent for subscriptions, [4]
- failed to deliver promised savings, including claims tied to $0 delivery fees and $25 in monthly savings, [5]
- and made it difficult to cancel—with some users allegedly forced to navigate up to 23 screens and complete up to 32 actions to cancel. [6]
The FTC also says some consumers who signed up for free trials were allegedly enrolled into paid subscriptions and charged before the trial ended. [7]
The FTC said the amended complaint seeks civil penalties for alleged violations of the Restore Online Shoppers’ Confidence Act (ROSCA) and state laws, and the case was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. [8]
Which states joined
The FTC lists participating states including California, Illinois, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Wisconsin, and others (plus D.C.). [9]
Uber’s response
Uber has denied the allegations, saying it does not sign up or charge consumers without consent. Reuters reported Uber also said most cancellations take “20 seconds or less” in-app, while acknowledging that prior to December 2024 some users within 48 hours of their next billing period had to contact support to cancel. [10]
State-level pressure adds detail—and raises the headline-risk ceiling
Even beyond the federal filing, state officials are amplifying the issue with their own messaging, increasing the chances of continued headlines.
For example, New York Attorney General Letitia James said the lawsuit alleges Uber One users were charged $9.99 per month, and described cancellation flows that could require navigating multiple screens and steps—arguing this conflicts with “cancel anytime” messaging. [11]
Investor takeaway: Whether or not Uber ultimately prevails, the near-term stock reaction reflects uncertainty around:
- potential penalties or consumer restitution,
- potential changes to enrollment/cancellation flows that could affect conversion and retention,
- and reputational risk around a subscription product that supports engagement across Mobility (rides) and Delivery (Eats).
Other Uber headlines from today: product engagement and autonomous expansion
Monday’s news cycle around Uber wasn’t only legal—and that matters for longer-term narrative.
Uber launches “YOUBER 2025” year-in-review
Uber rolled out YOUBER 2025, a personalized year-in-review experience inside the app designed to be shared socially, including 14 personality profiles based on usage patterns. Uber said users can access YOUBER starting Monday, December 15. [12]
This isn’t directly a revenue catalyst, but it’s part of a broader consumer-internet playbook: encourage sharing, reinforce brand habit, and keep the app “top of mind” going into the new year.
Robotaxi rides expand in Dubai (WeRide partnership)
Separately, Uber’s autonomous strategy continues to develop internationally. Industry outlet electrive reported that Uber and WeRide have launched robotaxi availability via the Uber app in Dubai (following Abu Dhabi), with riders selecting an “Autonomous” option in supported areas. The report notes safety drivers remain onboard during the public test phase, with an aim toward a fully driverless commercial service starting in early 2026. [13]
Why it matters for the stock: Autonomous partnerships are a major part of the long-term bull case for many investors—so positive AV execution can help offset periods when regulatory/legal headlines dominate sentiment.
Forecasts and analyst tone: bullish targets, but near-term volatility acknowledged
Despite Monday’s slide, analyst sentiment in widely-circulated summaries remains constructive.
A TipRanks roundup published Monday cited a “Strong Buy” consensus and reported an average price target of $115.92 (based on the analyst set it referenced). [14]
Investopedia also highlighted Uber as a top internet-stock idea looking into next year, reporting that Jefferies sees upside to $120 and expects continued strong trip growth along with capital return priorities. [15]
How to interpret this: Price targets are inherently uncertain, but the gap between targets and today’s closing price helps explain why some investors view sharp dips as “headline-driven” rather than thesis-breaking—while still respecting that litigation and regulation can produce multi-day moves.
What to watch before the market opens Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025
Here are the key items likely to shape pre-market positioning and early Tuesday trading in Uber stock.
1) Overnight developments in the FTC/states case (and Uber’s next response)
The market will be sensitive to:
- any additional statements from Uber,
- any clarification on what remedies regulators are seeking,
- and whether more states, agencies, or consumer groups add commentary.
Because this story touches subscription billing and cancellation design—topics with clear consumer resonance—it can also spread beyond financial media into mainstream coverage, which can influence retail sentiment.
2) Macro data that can swing growth stocks (before or right after the open)
Uber trades with both “consumer” and “tech platform” characteristics, so broad risk appetite matters.
For Tuesday, Dec. 16, the U.S. calendar includes several market-moving items, including Retail Sales and Business Inventories in the morning (Eastern Time), and scheduled Fed speakers/events. [16]
Kiplinger also flagged that this week features delayed, high-impact releases following a government shutdown disruption—keeping traders especially sensitive to surprise outcomes in consumer and labor indicators. [17]
3) Fed messaging remains in focus after the December rate cut
Reuters reported Monday that New York Fed President John Williams said policy is in a “good position” and discussed expectations for inflation moderating into 2026–2027—reinforcing that incoming data will remain central to the path ahead. [18]
For Uber specifically, softer or stronger macro reads can influence expectations for discretionary spending, travel activity, and overall mobility/delivery demand trends.
4) Price levels traders will reference at the open
Without overcomplicating the setup:
- Monday’s intraday low ($81.17) is the first obvious near-term reference level. [19]
- The $83–$85 zone matters because it’s near Monday’s open/high area and close levels from late last week. [20]
If the stock gaps down, investors will watch whether it can reclaim the prior day’s range; if it gaps up, they’ll look for signs the legal headline is being “faded.”
The next major company catalyst: earnings (not tomorrow, but approaching)
While Tuesday is about headlines and macro, investors are also aware of the next scheduled corporate waypoint. Nasdaq’s earnings page lists Uber as estimated to report next on Feb. 4, 2026 (date not necessarily confirmed by the company). [21]
That leaves a window where litigation/regulatory updates—and autonomous/partnership execution—can disproportionately drive day-to-day sentiment.
Bottom line for Tuesday’s open
Uber stock’s after-hours dip suggests no immediate second shock after the close—but the story is still fresh, and it has the kind of consumer-facing allegations that can extend the news cycle. The most important variables into Tuesday morning are (1) whether the FTC/state case generates additional concrete details overnight, and (2) whether major U.S. economic releases shift broader market tone before the bell.
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