Grab to Acquire China’s Infermove to Bolster First- and Last-Mile Robotics Delivery
Grab Holdings has completed acquisition of China-based Infermove, a developer of AI-enabled robotics solutions. The deal aims to enhance Grab’s first- and last-mile delivery capacity through integration of Infermove’s autonomous robotics technology across its platform.
1. Strong Q3 2025 Financial Performance
Grab Holdings reported Q3 2025 revenue of $873 million, up 21.9% year-over-year, surpassing consensus estimates by 4%. The company swung to a positive operating margin of 3.1%, compared with a 1.4% loss in the prior-year quarter. Adjusted EBITDA reached $68 million, representing an 11.5% margin, driven by cost efficiencies in ride-hailing and food delivery divisions. Net loss narrowed by 32% to $45 million as ongoing expense discipline and higher take rates contributed to improved profitability.
2. Acquisition of AI Robotics Firm Infermove
Grab has completed the acquisition of China-based Infermove, a developer of AI-enabled robotics solutions for first- and last-mile delivery. Infermove’s autonomous sidewalk robots and warehouse automation tools are expected to roll out in Singapore and Malaysia in early 2026. Management projects that integrating Infermove’s technology will reduce per-delivery labor costs by up to 20% and increase throughput by 30% in high-density urban corridors.
3. Dominant Digital Wallet and Ecosystem Synergies
Grab’s digital wallet processed over $18.2 billion in gross transaction value during Q3, growing 34% year-over-year. The Payments segment delivered an adjusted EBITDA margin of 12.4%, powered by cross-selling with ride-hailing, food delivery and financial services. Grab’s ecosystem now spans 15 countries, with more than 25 million monthly active transacting users. The unified loyalty program reported a 22% increase in redemptions, reflecting deeper customer engagement across services.
4. Competitive Position and Growth Outlook
Despite intensifying competition from regional players, Grab’s diversified service portfolio and technology investments support a durable competitive moat. Management forecasts full-year 2025 revenue growth of 19% to 20%, with operating margin expanding toward 5%. Expansion into B2B logistics, insurance and micro-loans is expected to contribute 15% of group revenue by 2026. Investors may view Grab’s combination of scale, margin improvement and strategic acquisitions as key drivers for long-term value creation.