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Lime the Uber backed micromobility firm files for IPO aiming to go public
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Published on 8 May 2026
The ride hailing to micromobility pivot just got real
Lime, the Uber backed micromobility company known for bikes and scooters, has filed for an initial public offering. After years of hints and behind the scenes preparation, the company is moving into the public markets, signaling a new phase for its growth plans and capital needs as competition and regulation intensify.
- Lime has filed for an IPO to enter public markets
- The micromobility operator is backed by Uber
- Years of preparation are now turning into a public listing push
- The move comes as scooters and bike services face sharper competition
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