Southeast Asian super app Grab Holdings has appointed Laura Franco to its board, succeeding the retiring Ng Shin Ein. The move signals a governance refresh aimed at steering the company's aggressive expansion into on-demand grocery, financial technology, and next-generation mobility partnerships.
The grocery sector begins 2026 with significant executive turnover, including leadership changes at Lidl US, The Save Mart Companies, and a major realignment within Walmart's top ranks ahead of its CEO transition.
Kuwait mandates sweeping regulations on food delivery platforms, capping commissions and banning exclusivity deals after uncovering anti-competitive practices that hurt restaurants and consumers.
Kraft Heinz announces a major corporate split, separating its global sauces division from its North American grocery business, while Berkshire Hathaway begins selling down its significant stake. The moves signal a strategic pivot for the iconic food giant, raising questions about valuation, dividends, and long-term direction in a shifting consumer landscape.
Morgan Stanley reaffirms its Overweight rating on NIO Inc., maintaining a $7 price target. Analyst Tim Hsiao highlights the EV maker's plan for 40-50% annual delivery growth through 2026 and improved strategic focus following a meeting with founder William Li.
Alibaba's logistics arm Cainiao and autonomous driving firm Zelos Technology have merged to form a standalone robovan business, valued at approximately $2 billion. The move signals a strategic push into automated delivery solutions within China's competitive e-commerce landscape, as the tech giant seeks new growth engines beyond its core operations.
Maplebear's stock has tumbled over 22% in the past year, sparking a fierce debate among investors. While a discounted cash flow model suggests a deep undervaluation, its P/E ratio tells a more cautious story. We break down the conflicting signals and what they mean for the grocery delivery giant's future.
Shoppers are bracing for another wave of price increases as new import taxes take effect, targeting a range of everyday items from spirits to seafood. Experts warn the hikes will squeeze household budgets and force tough choices at the supermarket.
Facing an eighth consecutive month of declining deliveries, Li Auto is restructuring its R&D and betting on its upgraded L9 model. Amid a falling share price, analysts debate whether the current valuation presents a buying opportunity or reflects deeper challenges.
DoorDash is deploying autonomous delivery robots in the suburbs while advocating for legislation to improve food access for rural seniors, signaling a strategic push beyond its urban core into new markets and use cases.
After a brutal 2025, fast-casual restaurant stocks are rallying sharply in early 2026. Analysts debate whether this marks a genuine recovery or a temporary bounce, as consumers pivot towards grocery and convenience store meals, forcing a reckoning on value and quality.
In a major play to regain market share, Grubhub used its Super Bowl debut to announce it will permanently eliminate delivery and service fees on all restaurant orders over $50, absorbing the cost itself.
Amazon is closing its cashier-less Fresh and Go grocery stores across the U.S., resulting in more than 500 layoffs in the Sacramento region alone. The tech giant says it will now concentrate its grocery efforts on expanding its Whole Foods Market chain.
Canada Post and its union have finalized the text of a new five-year contract, paving the way for a ratification vote. The deal includes wage hikes and weekend parcel delivery but leaves out key management demands for operational flexibility.
The food delivery platform is waiving delivery and service fees for orders over $50, a direct challenge to rivals DoorDash and Uber Eats, as it seeks to address customer frustration with high costs and cart abandonment.
DoorDash is accelerating its expansion beyond food delivery with a nationwide partnership to deliver Hibbett's athletic gear and the appointment of a robotics and AI veteran to its board, underscoring its ambition to become a broader commerce platform.
Investment bank Macquarie has raised its rating on NIO Inc. (NYSE:NIO) from Neutral to Outperform, citing better-than-expected fourth-quarter delivery figures and the growing success of its battery subscription model. The firm also increased its price target to $6.10.
Porsche has secured STARTRADER as the official partner for its Carrera Cup Middle East racing series, a strategic move to deepen engagement with performance-focused audiences in a key growth region, even as global delivery figures face headwinds.
Amazon will discontinue its Amazon One palm-scanning payment and entry technology at retail locations in 2026, marking a retreat from one of its most ambitious physical commerce experiments.
Drivers across the Midwest are feeling another pinch at the pump as regional gasoline averages rose for a second consecutive week, now sitting just below the national average.
