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Business briefing · Monday, October 26, 2026 · Evening edition · Story 5 of 5
Instacart ending smart cart project, possible DoorDash acquisition
Instacart is shutting down its Caper smart shopping cart division by 2027. DoorDash is in advanced talks to acquire Instacart in a deal valued at around $17 billion.
Why it matters: The moves reflect Instacart's strategic shifts and the competitive pressures in the grocery delivery and retail sectors.
Sources: Business Insider · MarketWatch
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