Instacart to be acquired by DoorDash in a $17 billion cash-and-stock deal
Oct 29, 2026, 7:56 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Deal announcement typically drives immediate upside for the target's equity as a premium is implied; plus strategic fit and cash-and-stock terms can attract buyers’ attention. Risks include deal termination, regulatory hurdles, and execution risk, but the immediate reaction often favors CART on deal news.
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Instacart announced strong Q3 2026 results and disclosed a definitive merger with DoorDash valuing Instacart at about $17 billion. The combination highlights continued growth in grocery-tech platforms, but the acquisition introduces near-term uncertainty as guidance is suspended and a closing timeline awaits regulatory approval. The market will weigh deal feasibility, potential synergies, and any closing risk in the coming months.
Q3 2026: GTV $10.5B, revenue $1.095B, up 15%/17% YoY.
GAAP net income $147M; Adjusted EBITDA $342M, up 23% YoY.
DoorDash to acquire Instacart for about $17B equity; cash-and-stock terms.
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