- Uber And DoorDash Stocks Are Slumping Despite Strong Sales Forecasts. Here's Why.
May 15, 2026
Uber stock and DoorDash stock have slumped his year despite strong overall demand for food-ordering and app-based rides.
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- Instacart Self Serve Ads Expand Maplebear Revenue And Valuation Story
May 14, 2026
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Instacart parent Maplebear (NasdaqGS:CART) has launched a retailer self-serve ad platform within Instacart Ads Manager. The update lets retail partners directly create, manage, and expand advertising campaigns, including new off-platform options. This represents a material expansion of Instacart's advertising business model and supports efforts to diversify revenue streams.
Instacart, operated by Maplebear, runs an online grocery and retail technology platform that connects retailers, brands, and consumers. Advertising already sits alongside fulfillment and other services as a key part of its business model, and the new self-serve tools are intended to make ad spend easier to control for retailers of different sizes. For investors, it is another example of how NasdaqGS:CART is emphasizing software and data driven services in addition to delivery.
The company plans to continue rolling out additional advertising features through 2026. These initiatives may affect retailer engagement and expand the range of environments where Instacart powered ads appear. Readers watching NasdaqGS:CART may want to track adoption of these tools by key retail partners and any disclosures on advertising related revenue, as these could help indicate the relative importance of this segment over time.
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Quick Assessment
⚖️ Price vs Analyst Target: At US$39.95 versus a US$50.19 analyst target, the stock trades about 20% below consensus, which puts it under that range rather than above it. ✅ Simply Wall St Valuation: Simply Wall St currently flags Maplebear as undervalued, trading around 70% below its estimated fair value. ❌ Recent Momentum: The share price has been roughly flat over the past 30 days, with a slight 0.1% decline.
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Key Considerations
📊 The self-serve ad platform strengthens the software and data side of the business, which already sits alongside fulfillment as a key contributor to the model. 📊 Watch advertising-related disclosures, adoption by large retail partners, and any commentary on margins as ad tools roll out through 2026. ⚠️ Even with no flagged company-specific risks, execution risk around retailer uptake and ad performance remains important for this product-driven shift.
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For the full picture, including more risks and rewards, check out the complete Maplebear analysis. Alternatively, you can visit the community page for Maplebear to see how other investors believe this latest news will impact the company's narrative.
This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.
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- Instacart and Ace Hardware Bring the Local Hardware Store to Your Door in as Fast as One Hour
May 14, 2026
Ace Hardware is now available nationwide on the Instacart Marketplace with no markups and a limited-time offer
SAN FRANCISCO and OAK BROOK, Ill., May 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Instacart (NASDAQ: CART), the leading grocery technology company in North America, and Ace Hardware, the world's largest hardware cooperative, today announced a new partnership that brings Ace's trusted assortment of home preservation essentials, tools, grilling and barbeque must-haves, and lawn and garden supplies directly to customers' doorsteps in as fast as one hour. Instacart customers will also benefit from no markups delivering great value to customers.Instacart and Ace Hardware Bring the Local Hardware Store to Your Door in as Fast as One Hour
"We're focused on making sure that every partnership we bring to Instacart delivers real value to our customers, which is why we're thrilled to bring fast, same-day delivery and member-level pricing to Instacart customers," said Blake Wallace, Vice President of Retail Partnerships at Instacart. "Ace Hardware has been a trusted name in neighborhoods across the country for generations, and now we're making it possible for Instacart customers to get that same quality and selection at a great price, without leaving their home."
"Joining the Instacart Marketplace is a natural extension of our commitment to deliver unmatched convenience for Ace customers, no matter how they choose to shop," said Bill Kiss, Head of Digital and Retail Strategy and Innovation at Ace Hardware. "Whether tackling a home improvement project or picking up essentials for the backyard, our customers can seamlessly find everything they need in one easy order, delivered right to their doorstep."
With thousands of Ace Hardware stores available on the Instacart Marketplace nationwide, the partnership makes it easy for customers to shop Ace Hardware however they want, whether that's browsing the aisles at a local store or ordering online for same-day delivery. To celebrate the launch, new qualifying Ace Hardware customers can take $15 off a $50 purchase* now through June 30 on Instacart.com.
Ace Hardware joins more than 2,200 national and local retail banners on the Instacart App, spanning grocery, home improvement, beauty, pet, household, and wellness categories.
To start shopping Ace Hardware, customers can visit https://www.instacart.com/store/ace-hardware/storefront or download the Instacart App on their mobile device.
About Instacart Instacart is a leading grocery technology company that partners with more than 2,200 retail banners – representing nearly 100,000 stores – to transform how people shop for the groceries they need from the retailers they trust, while creating flexible earning opportunities for shoppers. Through the Instacart Marketplace, Instacart Enterprise platform, and Instacart Ads ecosystem, the company powers ecommerce, fulfillment, in-store technology, AI offerings, and advertising for partners. For more information, visit www.instacart.com/company. Maplebear Inc. is the registered corporate name of Instacart.
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About Ace Hardware
Ace Hardware is the largest hardware cooperative in the world, serving more than 8,800 locally owned and operated stores around the globe, while providing the best products, services, and operating methods to over 5,200 Ace retail stores in the United States. Ace Hardware's family of brands includes Ace Hardware, Emery Jensen Distribution, and independent retailers worldwide. Headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois, Ace operates an expansive network of U.S. distribution centers, along with international capabilities in Ningbo, China, and Cuautitlán Izcalli, Mexico. Since 1924, Ace has been a part of local communities, known as the place with the helpful hardware folks. For more information, visit acehardware.com or newsroom.acehardware.com.
*$15 off for qualifying customers is valid through 6/30/2026 at 11:59PM PT and is valid only in the United States for your first Ace Hardware order of $50 or more and purchased throughInstacart, while supplies last. Discount will be applied to the total purchase price, and excludes taxes, service fees, special handling fees and/or other fees; offer cannot be applied to alcohol products. Deliveries subject to availability. In order to take advantage of this offer, customers must have a valid account onInstacart with a valid form of accepted payment on file. Only one offer per household. Instacart reserves the right to modify or cancel this offer at any time. Offer may not be sold, copied, modified, transferred or used retroactively for prior purchases. Void where restricted or prohibited by law. Offer may not be combined with any other sale, promotion, discount, code, coupon, and/or offer. Offer has no cash value. Instacart is not a retailer or seller. Instacart may not be available in all zip or post codes.Instacart Logo (PRNewsfoto/Instacart)Cision
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- We Like Maplebear's (NASDAQ:CART) Earnings For More Than Just Statutory Profit
May 14, 2026
The market seemed underwhelmed by the solid earnings posted by Maplebear Inc. (NASDAQ:CART) recently. Our analysis suggests that there are some reasons for hope that investors should be aware of.
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A Closer Look At Maplebear's Earnings
One key financial ratio used to measure how well a company converts its profit to free cash flow (FCF) is the accrual ratio. In plain english, this ratio subtracts FCF from net profit, and divides that number by the company's average operating assets over that period. The ratio shows us how much a company's profit exceeds its FCF.
That means a negative accrual ratio is a good thing, because it shows that the company is bringing in more free cash flow than its profit would suggest. While it's not a problem to have a positive accrual ratio, indicating a certain level of non-cash profits, a high accrual ratio is arguably a bad thing, because it indicates paper profits are not matched by cash flow. Notably, there is some academic evidence that suggests that a high accrual ratio is a bad sign for near-term profits, generally speaking.
For the year to March 2026, Maplebear had an accrual ratio of -0.22. Therefore, its statutory earnings were very significantly less than its free cashflow. In fact, it had free cash flow of US$882m in the last year, which was a lot more than its statutory profit of US$476.0m. Maplebear shareholders are no doubt pleased that free cash flow improved over the last twelve months.
That might leave you wondering what analysts are forecasting in terms of future profitability. Luckily, you can click here to see an interactive graph depicting future profitability, based on their estimates.
Our Take On Maplebear's Profit Performance
As we discussed above, Maplebear's accrual ratio indicates strong conversion of profit to free cash flow, which is a positive for the company. Based on this observation, we consider it possible that Maplebear's statutory profit actually understates its earnings potential! And on top of that, its earnings per share increased by 15% in the last year. Of course, we've only just scratched the surface when it comes to analysing its earnings; one could also consider margins, forecast growth, and return on investment, among other factors. Obviously, we love to consider the historical data to inform our opinion of a company. But it can be really valuable to consider what other analysts are forecasting. At Simply Wall St, we have analyst estimates which you can view by clicking here.
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This note has only looked at a single factor that sheds light on the nature of Maplebear's profit. But there is always more to discover if you are capable of focussing your mind on minutiae. Some people consider a high return on equity to be a good sign of a quality business. While it might take a little research on your behalf, you may find this free collection of companies boasting high return on equity, or this list of stocks with significant insider holdings to be useful.
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- Instacart and Ace Hardware Bring the Local Hardware Store to Your Door in as Fast as One Hour
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Ace Hardware is now available nationwide on the Instacart Marketplace with no markups and a limited-time offer SAN FRANCISCO and OAK BROOK, Ill., May 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Instacart (NASDAQ: CART), the leading grocery technology company in North America, and Ace Hardware, the world's largest hardware cooperative, today announced a new partnership that brings Ace's trusted assortment of home preservation essentials, tools, grilling and barbeque must-haves, and lawn and garden supplies directly to customers' doorsteps in as fast as one hour.
- INSTACART AND ACE HARDWARE BRING THE LOCAL HARDWARE STORE TO YOUR DOOR IN AS FAST AS ONE HOUR
May 14, 2026
ACE HARDWARE IS NOW AVAILABLE NATIONWIDE ON THE INSTACART MARKETPLACE WITH NO MARKUPS AND A LIMITED-TIME OFFER SAN FRANCISCO AND OAK BROOK, ILL., MAY 14, 2026 /PRNEWSWIRE/ -- INSTACART (NASDAQ: CART), THE LEADING GROCERY TECHNOLOGY COMPANY IN NORTH AMERICA, AND ACE HARDWARE, THE WORLD'S LARGEST HARDWARE COOPERATIVE, TODAY ANNOUNCED A NEW PARTNERSHIP THAT BRINGS ACE'S TRUSTED ASSORTMENT OF HOME PRESERVATION ESSENTIALS, TOOLS, GRILLING AND BARBEQUE MUST-HAVES, AND LAWN AND GARDEN SUPPLIES DIRECTLY TO CUSTOMERS' DOORSTEPS IN AS FAST AS ONE HOUR.
- Reed's Inc (REED) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Highlights: Strategic Initiatives and Operational Challenges
May 13, 2026
This article first appeared on GuruFocus.
Release Date: May 13, 2026
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.
Positive Points
Reed's Inc (REED) has implemented enhanced inventory controls to minimize future write-offs and liquidations. The company has re-engaged with retail and distributor partners to strengthen relationships and secure new SKU placements. Reed's Inc (REED) expanded its retail media and e-commerce support, launching initiatives on platforms like Instacart and Walmart.com. The company has initiated cost reductions, including headcount and marketing-related SG&A expenses, to improve financial performance. Reed's Inc (REED) appointed a new Chief Operating Officer, Damien Warshall, to lead improved operational performance.
Negative Points
Reed's Inc (REED) experienced significant inventory liquidation and write-offs, impacting financial results. Elevated SG&A expenses were not aligned with the company's current priorities, leading to increased costs. Sales execution challenges, including packaging transitions and limited promotional activity, negatively impacted Q1 sales. Gross margins were pressured by rising input costs and insufficient wholesale selling prices. Inconsistent engagement with distributor and retail partners contributed to weakened communication and reduced alignment.
Q & A Highlights
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Q: How do we think about the progress of the remediation efforts and are there any KPIs showing improvement in Q2? A: Neil Cohane, Interim CEO, stated that they initiated corrective actions early in Q1, focusing on inventory restructuring and margin improvement. They are seeing early positive results, particularly in e-commerce platforms like Instacart and Walmart.com. The expectation is to be back on track by the end of Q2.
Q: Regarding the missed category review windows with national retailers, how hard is it to regain lost shelf space? A: Neil Cohane explained that they are actively engaging with retailers to regain shelf space where possible. They have also partnered with a large national sales broker agency to enhance their efforts. While some retailers have fixed review periods, discussions for future opportunities are ongoing.
Q: Can you provide more details on the new commission-based sales force and inventory readiness? A: Neil Cohane mentioned that they have expanded from about 12 field sales staff to a team of 80 through a national sales broker agency. They are confident in their inventory levels to support this expanded sales force and are implementing KPIs to measure success.
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Q: What are the expectations for sequential improvement in financial metrics moving forward? A: Doug LaCurdy, CFO, indicated that they expect sequential improvement in net sales, gross margin, and net loss as they progress through the second quarter and beyond, following the transition period in Q1.
Q: Is the inventory in a position to support the growth initiatives with the new sales force? A: Doug LaCurdy confirmed that inventory management has improved significantly, ensuring they have the necessary stock to support growth and the expanded sales force.
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.
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- David Nierenberg's Strategic Moves: Significant Reduction in Rocket Companies Inc.
May 13, 2026
This article first appeared on GuruFocus.
Exploring the Investment Shifts in Nierenberg's Portfolio
David Nierenberg (Trades, Portfolio) recently submitted the 13F filing for the first quarter of 2026, providing insights into his investment moves during this period. David Nierenberg (Trades, Portfolio) is the founder and president of Nierenberg Investment Management Company, which manages the D3 Family of Funds, a group of four private investment partnerships. He also serves on the Washington State Investment Board, which manages public employee retirement funds. He is a graduate of Yale College and Yale Law School. Seeking long-term capital gains, Nierenberg invests in a concentrated portfolio of undervalued, domestic, micro-cap growth companies. He believes in activism in some circumstances.
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Summary of New Buy
David Nierenberg (Trades, Portfolio) added a total of 6 stocks, among them:
The most significant addition was Maplebear Inc (NASDAQ:CART), with 291,888 shares, accounting for 5.43% of the portfolio and a total value of $10.93 million. The second largest addition to the portfolio was Five9 Inc (NASDAQ:FIVN), consisting of 135,810 shares, representing approximately 1.02% of the portfolio, with a total value of $2.06 million. The third largest addition was Cross Country Healthcare Inc (NASDAQ:CCRN), with 144,555 shares, accounting for 0.67% of the portfolio and a total value of $1.36 million.
Key Position Increases
David Nierenberg (Trades, Portfolio) also increased stakes in a total of 11 stocks, among them:
The most notable increase was KBR Inc (NYSE:KBR), with an additional 312,733 shares, bringing the total to 386,443 shares. This adjustment represents a significant 424.27% increase in share count, a 5.72% impact on the current portfolio, with a total value of $14.24 million. The second largest increase was Lyft Inc (NASDAQ:LYFT), with an additional 482,068 shares, bringing the total to 1,295,623. This adjustment represents a significant 59.25% increase in share count, with a total value of $17.23 million.
Summary of Sold Out
David Nierenberg (Trades, Portfolio) completely exited 5 of the holdings in the first quarter of 2026, as detailed below:
Ecovyst Inc (NYSE:ECVT): David Nierenberg (Trades, Portfolio) sold all 228,810 shares, resulting in a -1.08% impact on the portfolio. Seaboard Corp (SEB): David Nierenberg (Trades, Portfolio) liquidated all 286 shares, causing a -0.62% impact on the portfolio.
Key Position Reduces
David Nierenberg (Trades, Portfolio) also reduced positions in 6 stocks. The most significant changes include:
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Reduced Rocket Companies Inc (NYSE:RKT) by 907,000 shares, resulting in a -67.86% decrease in shares and a -8.52% impact on the portfolio. The stock traded at an average price of $18.19 during the quarter and has returned -24.17% over the past 3 months and -26.83% year-to-date. Reduced iShares 0-3 Month Treasury Bond ETF (NYSE:SGOV) by 90,000 shares, resulting in a -14.05% reduction in shares and a -4.39% impact on the portfolio. The stock traded at an average price of $100.52 during the quarter and has returned 0.84% over the past 3 months and 1.29% year-to-date.
Portfolio Overview
At the first quarter of 2026, David Nierenberg (Trades, Portfolio)'s portfolio included 46 stocks, with top holdings including 27.51% in iShares 0-3 Month Treasury Bond ETF (NYSE:SGOV), 16.85% in EQT Corp (NYSE:EQT), 9.37% in Criteo SA (NASDAQ:CRTO), 8.55% in Lyft Inc (NASDAQ:LYFT), and 7.07% in KBR Inc (NYSE:KBR).
The holdings are mainly concentrated in 8 of all the 11 industries: Energy, Technology, Financial Services, Communication Services, Industrials, Consumer Cyclical, Healthcare, and Real Estate.
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- Is Nomad Foods Limited (NOMD) A Good Stock To Buy Now?
May 13, 2026
Is NOMD a good stock to buy? We came across a bullish thesis on Nomad Foods Limited on Valueinvestorsclub.com by Pluto. In this article, we will summarize the bulls’ thesis on NOMD. Nomad Foods Limited's share was trading at $9.52 as of May 1st. NOMD’s trailing and forward P/E were 8.93 and 11.14 respectively according to Yahoo Finance.Instacart (CART) Acquires Instaleap to Accelerate Global Enterprise Expansion
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Nomad Foods Ltd. is the undisputed leader in the European frozen food market, owning iconic brands such as Birds Eye, Iglo, and Findus and commanding roughly 20% market share with even higher dominance in key categories. Built through disciplined M&A by its co-founders, the company has evolved into a highly cash-generative platform with strong local brand equity and resilient demand supported by structural tailwinds in convenience and at-home consumption.
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Despite temporary headwinds from weather disruption, retailer destocking, and delayed pricing actions, organic growth weakness appears cyclical rather than structural, with sell-out trends remaining resilient and market share stabilizing. Attractive valuation multiples of roughly 6–7x EBITDA and high free cash flow yields near double digits significantly underappreciate the earnings power, especially as exceptional costs decline and margins normalize.
High insider ownership of around 15% by aligned co-founders reinforces shareholder-friendly capital allocation, with aggressive buybacks and dividends expected to drive substantial per-share value accretion. Going forward, management initiatives around pricing, innovation, and marketing are expected to restore organic growth momentum while improving mix and strengthening competitive positioning in a stable and growing category.
In a base case, Nomad Foods offers strong downside protection and significant upside optionality, as buybacks, operational improvements, and normalization of temporary headwinds could re-rate the stock meaningfully higher creating an asymmetric risk-reward opportunity for long-term investors over the cycle.
Previously, we covered a bullish thesis on Nomad Foods Limited (NOMD) by Weak-Command-6576 in April 2025, which highlighted undervaluation, defensive demand, and shareholder-friendly capital returns through dividends and buybacks. NOMD’s stock price has depreciated by approximately 51.47% since our coverage. Pluto shares a similar view but emphasizes structural market leadership, temporary headwinds, and margin normalization driving a re-rating through sustained free cash flow strength.
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Nomad Foods Limited is not on our list of the 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds. As per our database, 32 hedge fund portfolios held NOMD at the end of the fourth quarter which was 32 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the risk and potential of NOMD as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that some AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and doing so within a shorter time frame. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than NOMD and that has 10,000% upside potential, check out our report about this cheapest AI stock.
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- Instacart Expands Ads Manager to Retailers, Unlocking New Self-Serve Tools to Drive Growth Across the Marketplace
May 13, 2026
Following a milestone year that generated more than $1B in ads and other revenue in 2025, Instacart introduces a purpose-built suite designed specifically for its retail partners
SAN FRANCISCO, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Instacart (NASDAQ: CART) today announced that retailers can now activate campaigns directly within Instacart Ads Manager, extending the company's scaled, self-serve advertising platform to its retail partners.Instacart announces Retailer Ads, starting with self-serve promotions.
This expansion marks an evolution of Instacart's advertising platform, introducing a new, purpose-built suite of tools designed for retailers, starting with self-serve promotions and off-platform capabilities that are available today.
In 2025, Instacart generated more than $1 billion in ads and other revenue, and has long served as a proven performance channel for CPG brands. Now, the company is opening the same high-intent reach, optimization, and closed-loop measurement infrastructure that supports brand campaigns to retailers. At the same time, Instacart is building new tools designed specifically for retailer goals, from driving engagement to growing basket size and winning new consumers.
"We're excited to expand our Ads solutions to our retail partners with this new suite of capabilities purpose-built to achieve their goals," said Ali Miller, General Manager of Advertising at Instacart. "This builds on the foundations we've established with brand partners: intuitive campaign management, trusted measurement, and optimization toward results. We look forward to partnering with retailers to unlock new growth opportunities and build on our shared momentum."
"We're focused on delivering exceptional experiences for our customers, however they want to shop with us," said Tamara Pattison, Chief Digital Officer at The Save Mart Companies, one of the West Coast's largest regional full-service grocery chains. "Instacart's enhanced advertising tools allow us to thoughtfully showcase our offerings and promotions in ways that feel relevant and helpful. We value our continued partnership and the opportunity to inspire customers throughout their digital shopping journey."
"Instacart's expanded advertising tools give retailers like us new opportunities to stand out in the digital aisle and connect with customers in meaningful ways," said Tiffany Allegro, Marketing Director at Valley Marketplace. "We're excited to leverage these capabilities to grow our business and highlight the promotions and products our community loves."
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Launching Today: Self-Serve Retailer Promotions
One new capability within the retailer suite is self-serve retailer promotions in Ads Manager.
Retailers can now create and manage basket-level offers, target high-intent consumer segments, and reach consumers who shop within a category but have not yet purchased from their banner. Campaign performance—including redemptions, total sales impact, and new-to-banner growth—is measured in real time using Instacart's closed-loop data.
Retailers can launch, test, and optimize campaigns directly, without relying on managed service support.
Reaching Customers Off-Platform With Instacart's First-Party Data
In addition to on-platform solutions, retailers are also starting to test Instacart's off-platform advertising offering.
Through partnerships with Meta and others, retailers can extend their campaigns beyond Instacart to reach high-intent consumers across the broader media landscape. By activating Instacart audiences wherever they already buy media, retailers can win back lapsed customers, attract new customers and drive incremental sales and market share growth.
Instacart's off-platform advertising solutions have already delivered strong results for CPG brand partners, underscoring the impact of applying retail media data across channels.
What's Ahead
Throughout 2026, retailers will gain access to additional advertising capabilities within the Instacart Marketplace, including new sponsored placements, expanded discovery opportunities within search and browse, and participation in curated, high-traffic shopping moments.
About Instacart
Instacart is a leading grocery technology company that partners with more than 2,200 retail banners – representing nearly 100,000 stores – to transform how people shop for the groceries they need from the retailers they trust, while creating flexible earning opportunities for shoppers. Through the Instacart Marketplace, Instacart Enterprise platform, and Instacart Ads ecosystem, the company powers ecommerce, fulfillment, in-store technology, AI offerings, and advertising for partners. For more information, visit www.instacart.com/company. Maplebear Inc. is the registered corporate name of Instacart.Starting today, grocery retailers can activate and manage their own advertising campaigns directly within Instacart Ads Manager — the same self-serve platform that's been driving strong results for thousands of CPG brands.This expansion marks an evolution of Instacart’s advertising platform, introducing a new, purpose-built suite of tools designed for retailers.Instacart Logo (PRNewsfoto/Instacart)Cision
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