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Uber Acquires 85% Stake in Turkey’s Trendyol GO for $700 Million

Uber acquired an 85% stake in Turkey’s Trendyol GO for $700 million, completing the deal in June 2025. Trendyol GO handled over 200 million orders and $2 billion in gross bookings in 2024. Uber plans to integrate Trendyol GO with Getir’s delivery business, which it acquired for $335 million in 2026. The deals aim to expand Uber’s market share in Turkey’s food delivery sector, but face integration and regulatory challenges.

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Published Oct 23, 2026, 5:56 AM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$UBERBullishHigh
01

Why it matters

The acquisition positions Uber as a dominant player in Turkey, potentially lifting its Delivery gross bookings share and improving earnings visibility.

02

Market read

First‑report of a $700M strategic acquisition that could materially affect Uber's delivery revenue trajectory.

03

What to watch

The put/call agreement extending to 2031 may limit upside if the minority stake is exercised unfavorably.

Relevance 9/10Novelty 9/10Timing: immediate post‑completion reaction

Background

Uber has been seeking growth beyond its North American ride‑hailing business, targeting high‑growth delivery markets.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$UBERBullishHigh confidence
Context

Uber completed a $700M cash acquisition of 85% of Trendyol GO, now holding 92%, expanding its delivery footprint in Turkey.

Expected impact

likely upward pressure as investors price in expanded delivery revenue and market share gains.

Evidence & confidence

Large‑scale M&A with clear growth rationale; market typically rewards delivery expansion, though integration risk remains.

Market effects

Sector

Strengthens the competitive position of U.S. delivery platforms in emerging markets, pressuring rivals like DoorDash and local players.

Regional

Consolidates Turkey's food‑delivery market, potentially raising barriers for new entrants.

Global

Adds to Uber's strategic shift toward delivery, influencing analyst expectations for its global delivery segment.

Counterpoint

What could challenge this read

Integration challenges and regulatory scrutiny could delay synergies, weighing on margins.

Key entities

  • Company
    Uber Technologies Inc.

    U.S. ride‑hailing and delivery platform executing the acquisition.

  • Company
    Trendyol GO

    Turkish food‑delivery platform acquired by Uber.

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