US EditionDoorDash exits 4 markets, including Japan, to focus on growth elsewhere
DoorDash will leave four countries due to tough competition and late entry, aiming to strengthen leadership in core markets, the company said after a detailed review.
- DoorDash said Wednesday it is ending operations in Qatar, Singapore, Japan and Uzbekistan after a monthslong review, but it does not expect these actions to affect its financial guidance.
- After expanding through acquisitions, DoorDash said it wants to focus investments where it can build sustainable scale and long-term market leadership.
- In Japan, DoorDash entered in 2021 and faces rivals such as GrabFood, Foodpanda, and Yandex Eats in Uzbekistan, while Qatar's market includes Talabat and Deliveroo since 2022.
- Shares responded quickly, rising 5% in midday trading after DoorDash said it is ending operations in Qatar, Singapore, Japan and Uzbekistan, and pledged orderly transitions for teams and partners.
- Strategically, the withdrawal reflects competitive pressures abroad as DoorDash focuses resources on markets where it can build sustainable scale and long-term leadership, especially in the U.S. market.
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