The parent company, Maplebear, estimates the wind-down will cost between $55 million and $80 million. This financial hit includes $21 million to $36 million in contract termination fees, $22 million to $27 million for asset impairments, and up to $17 million in severance for affected employees. The company plans to finish the transition by the end of the second quarter next year, redirecting the resulting savings toward other strategic growth efforts.
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Instacart Scraps Smart Cart Business Amid Potential Sale
Instacart is pulling the plug on its Caper Cart program, a move expected to trigger up to $80 million in pre-tax charges. The decision to shutter the smart-cart initiative, which allowed shoppers to scan items and view personalized coupons on integrated screens, arrives alongside reports that DoorDash may acquire the company.
This shift in focus comes as the grocery delivery giant faces significant external pressure. The Wall Street Journal reported that DoorDash is in advanced talks to purchase Instacart, with a deal potentially materializing as early as this week. By cutting ties with the hardware-heavy Caper Cart project, Instacart appears to be streamlining its operations during a period of intense speculation regarding its corporate future.
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