Acquisition Talks
has made an indicative proposal to acquire for £2.7 billion, aiming for a price of £1.80 per share. Deliveroo's board is inclined to recommend the deal to shareholders if it receives a firm offer.
The proposed takeover comes after Deliveroo's challenging tenure on the , marked by a significant drop in its market capitalization from £7.6bn at its IPO to approximately £2.1bn.
Strategic Moves and Market Impact
DoorDash, the US food delivery giant, has until May 23 to make a firm offer for Deliveroo. It previously expanded its reach by acquiring Finnish rival Wolt in 2021 for €7bn.
Both companies have diversified their services in recent years, venturing into grocery and non-food deliveries, as they seek to broaden their user base and enhance revenue streams.