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I'll give you 10:1 odds Uber doesn't declare bankruptcy in the next 5 years.

probably not bankrupt, but they will basically become a small ride hailing company with high prices. This will result in their stock falling dramatically.

Define 'dramatically', and by when you expect this will happen, and I'll offer you odds as well!

In 5 years I expect the MarketCap to be around 10B$ max. If Self Driving cars are a thing then even less than that.

their customer base will be richer//business people ready to pay higher sustainable prices for rides.

If you really believe this then you can probably make a healthy amount of money buying put options.

5-year put options on Uber right now would probably cost more than the price of the stock, which would put you at less than even odds. I don't think you can get options yet, though.

A 5-year short.....maybe? Will be interesting to see what the short interest and borrowing rate will be.

I'd be happy to bet you $100 that on May 10, 2024, Uber has a market cap higher than $10B. Let me know.

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