Just Eat, Takeaway.com to Combine

The video discusses the acquisition of takeaway.com and the challenges faced by Just Eat in the UK due to competition from Uber Eats and Deliveroo. It also covers the role of activist investors in mergers and acquisitions, highlighting their influence on companies like Scout 24 to conduct strategic reviews, which can lead to M&A opportunities for private equity buyers and strategic players.

What has been a significant business event at the start of the summer?

• The launch of a new food delivery app

• The merger of Uber Eats and Deliveroo

• The closure of Just Eat in the UK

• The takeover of takeaway.com

Which companies are mentioned as competitors to Just Eat in the UK?

• Postmates and Zomato

• Grubhub and DoorDash

• Uber Eats and Deliveroo

• Foodpanda and Swiggy

What percentage stake has an activist investor raised in Scout 24?

• 5%

• 12%

• 10%

• 7%

What role do activist investors play in M&A?

• They encourage companies to expand internationally

• They focus on reducing company expenses

• They push companies to review their strategies

• They prevent companies from merging

What opportunities do activist investors create in the market?

• Opportunities for new startups

• Opportunities for private equity buyers and strategic players

• Opportunities for government intervention

• Opportunities for increased taxation