Uber Details 2026 Executive Pay Shift, Ends Equity Plan Evergreen Feature

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Uber's amended proxy statement outlines a strategic shift in 2026 executive compensation metrics to Non-GAAP EPS and Operating Income growth, and notably discontinues the automatic 'evergreen' share replenishment feature of its equity plan, reflecting enhanced governance and shareholder responsiveness.

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• Discontinuation of Equity Plan Evergreen Feature

  Uber will no longer utilize the automatic 'evergreen feature' of its equity incentive plan for 2026 and beyond, a significant governance improvement that limits automatic share reserve replenishment and reduces potential dilution.

• Shift in 2026 Executive Compensation Metrics

  The 2026 executive incentive program will replace Adjusted EBITDA metrics with Non-GAAP Earnings Per Share (EPS) for short-term incentives and Non-GAAP Operating Income growth for long-term incentives, with 90% of 2026 PRSUs tied to financial metrics.

• Strong 2023 Performance-Based RSU Payouts

  The 2023 Performance-Based Restricted Stock Units (PRSUs) paid out at 144.9% based on strong achievement across financial and strategic goals, including Adjusted EBITDA Margin, Gross Bookings Growth, Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion, and Safety Improvement.

• Director Compensation Increased in 2025

  Non-employee director cash retainers increased from $50,000 to $60,000, and annual RSU grants increased from $275,000 to $300,000, effective May 5, 2025.

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This amended proxy statement, while initially filed to correct a minor typographical error, provides significant updates on Uber's corporate governance and executive compensation strategy. The most notable development is the decision to discontinue the 'evergreen feature' of its equity incentive plan for 2026 and future years. This move, a direct response to shareholder feedback, is a positive step towards limiting automatic share dilution and demonstrating a more disciplined approach to capital management. Furthermore, the company is shifting its 2026 executive compensation metrics from Adjusted EBITDA to Non-GAAP EPS for short-term incentives and Non-GAAP Operating Income growth for long-term incentives, aligning executive pay more closely with profitability and long-term value creation. The strong 2023 PRSU payouts, at 144.9%, reflect successful achievement of past performance targets. These changes collectively enhance transparency and reinforce a commitment to shareholder-aligned governance.