who owns lyft

Lyft is a publicly traded company with diverse ownership consisting primarily of institutional investors and some insiders. Its co-founders Logan Green and John Zimmer originally founded and owned significant stakes, but as of 2025, they have stepped down from management and board roles. Major institutional shareholders include Vanguard Fiduciary Trust Co. (9.4%), Ameriprise Trust Co. (6.3%), AQR Capital Management (5.9%), BlackRock Advisors (4.8%), and Fidelity Management (4.5%). The company is led by CEO David Risher, who took over in April 2023. Lyft also acquired the European mobility company Free Now in 2025, expanding its global footprint.