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Deals · Updated 24 Oct, 10:19 am IST

Instacart holds preliminary talks with Uber and DoorDash about possible sale

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Why it matters for readers: It matters because big delivery companies are talking about combining or buying rivals, which could affect prices and services you use.

  • Instacart has held preliminary discussions with potential buyers including Uber and DoorDash, according to The Information.1
  • The report said discussions are ongoing and there is no guarantee they will result in a transaction.1
  • Instacart's market value was reported at about $12 billion and its shares rose roughly 9% on the news.1
  • Shares of Uber and DoorDash fell after the report, while Instacart shares closed higher.1

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