Uber Explores Sales for Delivery Hero Takeover

Uber Explores Sales for Delivery Hero Takeover

Uber Technologies Inc. is actively reaching out to potential buyers for selected regional operations of Delivery Hero SE as part of its strategy to secure the regulatory approvals needed for a full takeover of the German food‑delivery platform. The company has identified assets that overlap in markets across Latin America, Asia and Europe and is engaging firms that could acquire these assets to alleviate antitrust concerns.

The move follows Uber’s recent accumulation of a roughly 36.8% equity stake in Delivery Hero, achieved through a combination of direct share purchases and other financial instruments over the past few months. This increased holding underscores Uber’s intent to complete the acquisition, which remains subject to clearance from competition authorities in multiple jurisdictions.

Market reaction to the news showed Delivery Hero shares slipping 0.55% while Uber’s own shares rose 2.17% on the day of reporting.

A full acquisition will only be possible after obtaining the required regulatory approvals, and the asset‑sale discussions are intended to demonstrate to regulators that competition in overlapping markets will be preserved.

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