LONDON: Uber Technologies Inc is in advanced discussions to buy its Dubai-based rival Careem Networks FZ, a deal that would expand the ride-hailing giant’s operations in the Middle East, according to people familiar with the matter.
The companies might announce a cash-and-shares transaction that valued Careem at about US$3bil in the coming weeks, the people said, asking not to be identified because the talks are private.
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