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Academic Study Examines Pricing Models of Food Delivery Apps

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Academic research is examining how food delivery apps, including Grubhub and DoorDash, structure their pricing models. The study is set against a backdrop of significant consumer adoption, with 57% of Americans getting takeout or delivery weekly or more, according to a survey from FinanceBuzz in partnership with Bank of America. The research also notes that Gen Z users order significantly more frequently than Boomers.

From theguardian.com

Why it matters

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The research examines pricing structures in a market that has become a national lifestyle post-pandemic. High consumer spending on these services, which can cost users around $75 a week, confirms the market's viability and the scale of consumer habits.

From theguardian.com

Who's involved

  • Carnegie Mellon UniversityCarnegie Mellon University is conducting the academic research into pricing models.
  • GrubhubGrubhub is one of the food delivery services being studied.
  • DoorDashDoorDash is one of the food delivery services being studied.
  • Bank of AmericaBank of America partnered with FinanceBuzz to conduct a survey on consumer spending.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • GrubhubSpeculative

    Grubhub might face regulatory standing pressure due to the academic study of its pricing models.

  • DoorDashSpeculative

    DoorDash could see demand increase as consumer habits and market viability are confirmed by recent surveys.

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