DoorDash Exits Qatar, Singapore, Japan, Uzbekistan

DoorDash, the San Francisco-based food delivery company, announced on Wednesday that it will cease operations in four international markets: Qatar, Singapore, Japan, and Uzbekistan. The exits involve its subsidiaries Deliveroo, which will pull out of Qatar and Singapore, and Wolt, which will withdraw from Japan and Uzbekistan. The decisions stem from a months-long strategic review of country-specific conditions, aimed at concentrating investments in regions with stronger potential for sustainable growth and long-term market leadership.

The company stated that these changes will not materially affect its financial outlook. DoorDash, founded in 2013, operates in more than 40 countries and handles over 2.5 billion orders annually. It dominates the U.S. market but has faced challenges expanding abroad, including intense competition and post-pandemic market shifts. Food delivery services saw a surge during the COVID-19 lockdowns, with global sales rising from 9.5 percent of foodservice in 2019 to 21.3 percent in 2024, according to industry data. However, as dining out rebounded, consolidation has occurred amid labor shortages and fierce rivalry from established players.