Uber Increases Stake in Delivery Hero

Author: Owen Davis…

Uber Increases Stake in Delivery Hero

Uber Technologies has raised its stake in Delivery Hero to 36.83%, strengthening its position in the German food-delivery company just days after making a €10 billion ($11.63 billion) takeover approach.

Details of the Stake Increase

The U.S. ride-hailing company now holds 36.83% of Delivery Hero's voting rights, up from 25.1% previously. Uber owns a direct stake of just under 25% and an additional 11.84% through financial contracts.

Market Reaction

Delivery Hero shares surged after Uber's indicative proposal of €33 per share. The company's market capitalization has doubled over the past month.

Strategic Review

Delivery Hero stated it remains focused on its strategic review. Meanwhile, Hong Kong-based Aspex Master Fund reduced its stake in Delivery Hero to around 7.56%.

Impacted Symbols

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DHE0Positive

Delivery Hero's share price surged following Uber's takeover proposal and increased stake, with market capitalization doubling over the past month.

Impact score90%

UBERPositive

Uber Technologies, Inc.

Uber strengthens its position in the European food-delivery market by increasing its stake in Delivery Hero, which could enhance its growth potential.

Impact score85%

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