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DoorDash’s Wolt & Deliveroo Expansion — Can International Scale Unlock Better Economics?

DoorDash Inc. reported results reflecting ongoing growth across its core marketplace and newer verticals, with a focus on enhancing unit economics and scaling international operations. The company highlighted strong performance in its grocery business, characterized as the fastest-growing marketplace segment, supported by expanding customer adoption and increasing basket sizes. While specifics on partner economics were not disclosed, DoorDash indicated healthy relationships with grocers and emphasized opportunities for both volume growth and improving profitability. Internationally, DoorDash’s acquisition of Wolt and the operational integration of Deliveroo have contributed to accelerating volume and revenue growth. The company underscored gains in order volumes, monthly active users, and subscription program growth across its top ten international markets, where it holds either a leading or strong second market position. Unit economics have improved in these regions, even as investments in selection, quality, and subscriptions continue.