# Instacart potential sale discussions

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/instacart-potential-sale-discussions
> Updated: 2026-10-25T23:32:31.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 2.

Instacart has entered preliminary discussions regarding a possible sale of its grocery delivery platform. The company has engaged an investment bank to evaluate its strategic options, with reports suggesting a potential acquisition could value the company between $16 billion and $17 billion.

Initial reports indicated that Instacart held talks with industry rivals Uber and DoorDash. However, subsequent developments suggest that while discussions with DoorDash have continued, Uber has reportedly withdrawn from the process. 

The sale process is described as being in its early stages. Market reactions to the news included a 9.2 percent rise in Instacart shares, while shares for Uber and DoorDash declined. The discussions come as Instacart faces slowing revenue growth compared to its competitors, despite maintaining positive cash flow.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-25: Instacart explores potential sale and holds talks with DoorDash and Uber

Instacart is reportedly considering a sale and has held acquisition talks with DoorDash and Uber, though Uber has since stepped away from discussions.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/instacart-explores-potential-sale-and-holds-talks-with-doordash-and-uber

### 2026-10-23: Instacart explores potential sale to Uber or DoorDash

Instacart is in early talks regarding a potential sale to Uber or DoorDash, with a possible takeover valuation between $16 billion and $17 billion.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/instacart-explores-potential-sale-to-uber-or-doordash

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