Just Eat Takeaway.com Sells Grubhub: A New Chapter for Both
After a prolonged search for a buyer, Just Eat Takeaway.com has finally handed off Grubhub to Wonder, a food startup helmed by Marc Lore, a notable figure in e-commerce. This significant move, valued at $650 million, includes $500 million of debt, leaving Just Eat Takeaway with just $50 million—a stark contrast to the $7.3 billion valuation when they acquired Grubhub in 2020.
- The sale highlights a shift in the industry towards profitability.
- Just Eat Takeaway aims to concentrate on markets where it holds a competitive edge.
- Wonder, under Marc Lore’s leadership, aims for substantial growth and a potential public offering.
“This sale is part of a broader trend of recalibrating expectations and strategies for long-term success.”
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Wonder’s acquisition of Grubhub offers it a national presence but comes with the challenge of managing existing debt. With ambitions to go public at a $40 billion valuation, Wonder must significantly expand its operations. The question remains whether it can transform Grubhub into a profitable entity.
Overall, this transaction marks both an end and a fresh beginning. For Just Eat Takeaway, it’s about honing their focus on more advantageous markets. For Wonder, it’s about leveraging Grubhub’s platform to fuel its growth journey. Will Marc Lore’s expertise in scaling businesses steer Wonder to success? Only time will tell.
