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Uber Acquiring Delivery Hero’s Delivery Business in Taiwan
Uber has announced the acquisition of Delivery Hero’s delivery business in Taiwan, foodpanda, for a staggering $950 million in cash. This substantial deal, one of the largest international acquisitions ever made in Taiwan, signifies a significant move in the realm of food delivery services.
Combining Forces for Greater Impact
The merger will integrate Uber Eats’ and foodpanda Taiwan’s merchants, delivery partners, and consumers into a single app. Anticipated to finalize in the first half of 2025 pending regulatory approval and other closing conditions, the acquisition will see foodpanda’s local operations transition to Uber Eats. This transition is poised to provide consumers with a broader range of food options at varying price points.
Customers stand to benefit from Uber Eats’ diverse selection of merchants across northern Taiwan and major urban areas, in conjunction with foodpanda’s offerings in southern Taiwan and smaller cities throughout the region.
According to data from Measurable AI, foodpanda currently commands a larger market share in the Taiwanese food delivery sector compared to UberEats. This dominance underscores the success of the company’s operations over the past eight years.
Strategic Focus and Future Prospects
Delivery Hero’s Chief Executive and Co-founder, Niklas Östberg, expressed confidence in the strategic alignment of the acquisition, stating that the move allows for a renewed focus on areas where the company can make the greatest impact globally. Following the completion of the deal, Taiwan is set to witness one of its largest international acquisitions, rivaling even the semiconductor industry.
Pierre-Dimitri Gore-Coty, Uber’s Senior Vice President of Delivery, highlighted the potential benefits of merging the companies’ customer bases, merchant selections, and geographic footprints. This synergy is expected to result in a more diversified offering with competitive pricing for consumers, increased demand for restaurants, and enhanced earning opportunities for delivery partners.
As a testament to the confidence in this partnership, Uber has also entered into a separate agreement to acquire newly issued ordinary shares of Delivery Hero valued at $300 million.
Overall, this acquisition signals a significant shift in the landscape of food delivery services in Taiwan. The collaboration between Uber and foodpanda is poised to reshape the market and deliver greater value to consumers in the coming years.
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