Can Uber Make an “Everything” App?

Earnings season reveals divergent strategies among major corporations. Uber continues to push an "everything app" model to expand beyond ride-sharing, though skepticism remains regarding whether consumers will abandon established habits for a single platform. Disney demonstrates resilience through its experiences division, which offsets stagnant sports and legacy media segments, suggesting a potential shift toward strategic partnerships to streamline operations. Meanwhile, Novo Nordisk faces a complex landscape; while the oral Wegovy pill drives significant volume, high production costs and aggressive competition from Eli Lilly threaten profit margins. These companies highlight a broader market trend where established firms must balance core business stability with the risks of experimental expansion and the necessity of navigating intense competitive pressures in their respective industries.