<p>Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on <strong>Uber Technologies</strong> (NYSE:UBER).</p>
<p>And retail traders should know.</p>
<p>We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.</p>
<p>Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with UBER, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.</p>
<p>So how do we know what these investors just did? </p>
<p>Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 28 uncommon options trades for Uber Technologies.</p>
<p>This isn't normal.</p>
<p>The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 46% bullish and 28%, bearish.</p>
<p>Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 12 are puts, for a total amount of $605,709, and 16 are calls, for a total amount of $1,092,227.</p>
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
<p>Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $45.0 to $100.0 for Uber Technologies over the recent three months. </p>
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
<p>Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Uber Technologies's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Uber Technologies's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $45.0 to $100.0 over the preceding 30 days.</p>
<h3>Uber Technologies Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<p><img src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1767124903_0.png?x-oss-process=image/auto-orient,1/interlace,1/resize,w_1440,h_1440/quality,q_95/format,jpg" alt="Options Call Chart" original-src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1767124903_0.png"/></p>

<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>
<p></p><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th><strong>Symbol</strong></th>
<th><strong>PUT/CALL</strong></th>
<th><strong>Trade Type</strong></th>
<th><strong>Sentiment</strong></th>
<th><strong>Exp. Date</strong></th>
<th><strong>Ask</strong></th>
<th><strong>Bid</strong></th>
<th><strong>Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Strike Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Total Trade Price</strong></th>
<th><strong>Open Interest</strong></th>
<th align="right"><strong>Volume</strong></th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>UBER</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$8.0</td>
<td>$7.2</td>
<td>$7.6</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$380.0K</td>
<td>5.0K</td>
<td align="right">639</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UBER</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/18/26</td>
<td>$5.55</td>
<td>$5.4</td>
<td>$5.4</td>
<td>$77.50</td>
<td>$170.2K</td>
<td>3.2K</td>
<td align="right">315</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UBER</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$7.0</td>
<td>$6.9</td>
<td>$7.0</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$81.9K</td>
<td>2.2K</td>
<td align="right">122</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UBER</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$7.6</td>
<td>$7.3</td>
<td>$7.35</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$73.5K</td>
<td>5.0K</td>
<td align="right">114</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UBER</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$27.7</td>
<td>$27.0</td>
<td>$27.2</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$68.0K</td>
<td>745</td>
<td align="right">26</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table><p></p>
<h3>About Uber Technologies</h3>
<p>Uber Technologies is a technology provider that matches riders with drivers, hungry people with restaurants and food couriers, and shippers with carriers. The firm's on-demand technology platform is currently utilized by traditional cars as well as autonomous vehicles, but could eventually be used for additional products and services, such as delivery via drones or electronic vehicle take-off and landing (eVTOL) technology. Uber operates in over 70 countries, with over 180 million users who order rides or food at least once a month.</p>
<h3>Where Is Uber Technologies Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 6,096,312, the UBER's price is up by 0.79%, now at $82.15. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 36 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Uber Technologies</h3>
<p>Over the past month, 3 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $104.33.</p>
<p><strong>Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move</strong></p>
<p>Benzinga Edge's Unusual Options board spots potential market movers before they happen. See what positions big money is taking on your favorite stocks. Click here for access.
* An analyst from Wedbush has decided to maintain their Neutral rating on Uber Technologies, which currently sits at a price target of $78. 
* An analyst from Morgan Stanley persists with their Overweight rating on Uber Technologies, maintaining a target price of $110. 
* An analyst from Arete Research has elevated its stance to Buy, setting a new price target at $125. </p>
<p>Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest Uber Technologies options trades with real-time alerts from Benzinga Pro.</p>

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<p>Investors are showing a bullish stance on Uber Technologies (NYSE: UBER), with 28 unusual options trades detected. The sentiment is split, with 46% bullish and 28% bearish. Significant investors are targeting a price range of $45 to $100 over the next three months. Currently, UBER is trading at $82.15, up 0.79%. Analysts have varying opinions, with target prices ranging from $78 to $125. Options trading carries risks, and traders are advised to stay informed and adapt their strategies accordingly.</p>

Spotlight on Uber Technologies: Analyzing the Surge in Options Activity