October 31, 2024
Embattled grocery startup Getir exits the U.S. and Europe, will refocus on Turkey
Grocery delivery firm Getir says it is withdrawing from its U.S. and European markets and will now refocus its resources on Turkey.

Companies such as Getir and Gorillas promise to deliver items to shoppers’ doors in as little as 10 minutes.

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Grocery delivery startup Getir announced on Monday that it is quitting international markets including the U.K., Germany, the Netherlands and the U.S., marking a major setback for the once hyped online grocery industry.

The Istanbul, Turkey-based firm said in a statement that it was withdrawing from its U.S. and European markets and would now refocus its financial resources on Turkey.

The company said it raised a new investment round led by Abu Dhabi sovereign wealth fund Mubadala and venture capital firm G Squared “to bolster its competitive position in its core food and grocery delivery businesses in Turkey.”

Getir said it generates 7% of its revenues from the U.K., Germany, the Netherlands and the U.S.

“Getir expresses its sincere appreciation for the dedication and hard work of all its employees in the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, and the U.S.,” the company said.

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