DoorDash to buy Instacart in $17bn deal it says will expand customer options
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DoorDash announced a purchase of Instacart for $17 billion. The deal combines the two companies into a large platform for delivering food and groceries. DoorDash expects the merger to broaden its range of meals, on‑demand purchases, and large weekly grocery orders. The acquisition aims to bring these options directly to consumers. Executives said the integration will expand customer choice.
DoorDash will acquire grocery delivery firm Instacart in a $17bn (£12.8bn) deal, creating a behemoth that will bring more meals, quick-need purchases and big weekly shops directly to customers.