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Delivery Hero upsizes Talabat IPO to $2bn
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Dubai IPO attracts global investor interest
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Shares to trade on DFM next month
DUBAI (The Thursday Times) — The Talabat IPO has been upsized to a $2 billion offering, underscoring robust demand from global and regional investors. With an increase in the stake on offer, the Dubai-based food delivery platform’s listing is set to be one of the most significant on the Dubai Financial Market this year.
Delivery Hero upsizes Talabat IPO
Delivery Hero, the parent company of Talabat, has raised the size of its initial public offering from 15% to 20% of the company’s shares. The move is aimed at capturing significant investor appetite from the Middle East and international markets. Talabat will now issue nearly five billion shares, priced between AED 1.50 and AED 1.60 per share.
The IPO has the potential to position Talabat as a leading player in the global food delivery sector, with a market valuation of approximately $10 billion expected at listing. This valuation underscores the growing prominence of technology-driven delivery platforms in the Middle East and beyond.
Regional and global demand
Investor demand for Talabat shares has been significant, driving the decision to increase the stake offered. The IPO has seen interest from retail investors and institutional players, reflecting confidence in the company’s business model and its strong foothold in the MENA region.
Retail subscriptions for the IPO are scheduled to close by Wednesday, with qualified investor subscriptions ending the following day. The final price of the offering will be announced on Friday, setting the stage for Talabat’s trading debut on December 10.
DFM readies for landmark listing
Talabat’s listing comes amid a broader push to boost liquidity and attract more listings on the Dubai Financial Market. As a high-profile technology-driven IPO, the offering aligns with Dubai’s ambitions to position itself as a global financial and innovation hub.
The success of Talabat’s IPO could signal a wave of similar listings, reflecting the emirate’s strategic focus on diversifying its economy through technology, e-commerce, and innovation-driven ventures.∎
