DoorDash to acquire Instacart for about $17 billion
By The BriefBrief
DoorDash announced it is acquiring Instacart in a deal valued at approximately $17 billion. The acquisition would expand DoorDash’s presence in online grocery delivery through Instacart’s established marketplace and retailer partnerships; DoorDash already operates a grocery delivery business and faces ongoing competition.
WHO:DoorDash
WHAT:DoorDash announced it is acquiring Instacart in a deal valued at approximately $17 billion.
WHEN:Reported Oct 29, 2026 at 7:56 AM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:DoorDash said the acquisition would expand its presence in online grocery delivery through Instacart’s marketplace and retailer partnerships.
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