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DoorDash, Inc. 8-K Report, Regulation FD Disclosure (Oct 2, 2025)

Filed October 2, 2025For Securities:DASH

Summary

DoorDash, Inc. (DASH) has officially completed its acquisition of Deliveroo plc, a significant move that expands its global footprint. The transaction, which was effected through a court-sanctioned scheme of arrangement in the UK, involved DoorDash acquiring all eligible Deliveroo shares for cash. This strategic acquisition was initially announced on May 6, 2025, and has now reached its closing stage, marking a major milestone for DoorDash's growth trajectory. Investors should note the substantial financial commitment, with DoorDash paying approximately $3.7 billion in cash for Deliveroo. This figure is based on an exchange rate of 1.34892 GBP to 1.00 USD, reflecting the original GBP consideration of £2.8 billion. The funding for this acquisition was secured through escrowed funds and a deal-contingent foreign exchange forward transaction, ensuring the certainty of payment. The integration of Deliveroo is expected to reshape DoorDash's competitive landscape, particularly in international markets.

Key Highlights

  • 1DoorDash has successfully completed the acquisition of Deliveroo plc.
  • 2The acquisition was finalized through a UK court-sanctioned scheme of arrangement.
  • 3Eligible Deliveroo shareholders received 180 pence in cash per Deliveroo share.
  • 4The total cash consideration for the transaction amounts to approximately $3.7 billion (equivalent to £2.8 billion).
  • 5The transaction was funded via escrowed cash and a pre-arranged foreign exchange transaction.
  • 6Deliveroo shares trading on the London Stock Exchange has been suspended and will permanently halt.
  • 7This acquisition represents a significant expansion of DoorDash's international operations.

Frequently Asked Questions

The aggregate cash consideration for the acquisition of Deliveroo is approximately $3.7 billion, which is equivalent to approximately £2.8 billion based on an exchange rate of 1.34892 GBP to 1.00 USD.

DoorDash funded the acquisition through cash amounts previously deposited in escrow, which were then released. Additionally, a deal-contingent foreign exchange forward transaction was utilized to convert the USD consideration into GBP at the specified exchange rate.

Trading of Deliveroo shares on the London Stock Exchange was suspended starting October 2, 2025, and is expected to permanently halt on October 3, 2025.

While not explicitly detailed in this 8-K, the acquisition of Deliveroo, a major player in the European food delivery market, is expected to significantly enhance DoorDash's global presence and competitive position in international markets.