Sou Hu Cai Jing·2026-02-05 09:52Group 1 - The core point of the news is that Meituan announced the acquisition of 100% equity of Dingdong Maicai's China business for approximately $717 million, with Dingdong Maicai's market value at $694 million prior to the announcement [1][3] - Dingdong Maicai's overseas business will not be included in this transaction and will be divested before the closing [3] - Dingdong Maicai, founded in 2017, is a leading fresh food instant retail platform in China, known for its "delivery in as fast as 29 minutes" service [3] Group 2 - In Q3 2025, Dingdong Maicai achieved a record quarterly revenue of 6.66 billion RMB and a net profit of 80 million RMB, marking seven consecutive quarters of profitability under GAAP standards [3] - Meituan emphasizes the importance of instant retail and believes that Dingdong Maicai's philosophy aligns well with its mission to enhance consumer experience [5] - As of September 2025, Dingdong Maicai had over 7 million monthly purchasing users, benefiting from strong supply chain capabilities and a nationwide direct sourcing model [5]