Didi Global initiated with an Outperform at Macquarie

Macquarie initiated coverage of Didi Global with an Outperform rating and $5.50 price target. DiDi is in a “unique position” to capture share in the $1.1 trillion mobility market amid favorable policy and digital adoption, the analyst tells investors in a research note. The firm says the shares trades at a ~75% discount to Uber despite its higher earnings growth. Much of the regulatory risk is behind the company, while a potential Hong Kong initial public offering into early 2025 could be the next key catalyst, contends Macquarie.