We define Adjusted EBITDA as net income (loss) attributable to DoorDash, Inc. common stockholders, adjusted to include net income (loss) attributable to redeemable non-controlling interests, and exclude (i) certain legal, tax, and regulatory settlements, reserves, and expenses, (ii) loss on disposal of property and equipment, (iii) transaction-related costs (primarily consists of acquisition, integration, and investment related costs), (iv) impairment expenses, (v) restructuring charges, (vi) inventory write-off related to restructuring, (vii) provision for (benefit from) income taxes, (viii) interest income, net, (ix) other expense, net, (x) stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense, and (xi) depreciation and amortization expense.
We define Adjusted EBITDA as net income (loss) attributable to DoorDash, Inc. common stockholders, adjusted to include net income (loss) attributable to redeemable non-controlling interests, and exclude (i) certain legal, tax, and regulatory settlements, reserves, and expenses, (ii) loss on disposal of property and equipment, (iii) transaction-related costs (primarily consists of acquisition, integration, and investment related costs), (iv) impairment expenses, (v) restructuring charges, (vi) inventory write-off related to restructuring, (vii) provision for (benefit from) income taxes, (viii) interest income, net, (ix) other (income) expense, net, (x) stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense, and (xi) depreciation and amortization expense.
We define Free Cash Flow as cash flows from operating activities less purchases of property and equipment and capitalized software and website development costs.
Free Cash Flow We define Free Cash Flow as cash flows from operating activities less purchases of property and equipment and capitalized software and website development costs.
We exclude stock-based compensation as it is non-cash in nature and we exclude allocated overhead as it is generally a fixed cost and is not directly impacted by Total Orders. We believe excluding such expenses provides a better period-to-period comparison of the core operating performance of our business.
We exclude stock-based compensation as it is non-cash in nature and we exclude allocated overhead as it is generally a fixed cost and is not directly impacted by Total Orders. We believe excluding such expenses provides a better period-to-period comparison of the core operating performance of our business.
Personnel-related compensation expenses primarily include salary, bonus, benefits, and stock-based compensation expense. Allocated overhead is determined based on an allocation of shared costs, such as facilities (including rent and utilities) and information technology costs, among all departments based on employee headcount.
Personnel-related compensation expenses primarily include salary, bonus, benefits, and stock-based compensation expense. Allocated overhead is determined based on an allocation of certain shared costs, such as facilities (including rent and utilities) and information technology costs, among all departments based on employee headcount.
We expect to maintain these valuation allowances until it becomes more-likely-than-not that the benefit of our deferred tax assets will be realized by way of expected future taxable income in the U.S. and Finland.
We expect to maintain these valuation allowances until it becomes more-likely-than-not that the benefit of our deferred tax assets will be realized by way of expected future taxable income in the U.S., the U.K., and Finland.
Cost of Revenue, Exclusive of Depreciation and Amortization Cost of revenue primarily consists of (i) order management costs, which include payment processing charges, net of rebates issued from payment processors, costs associated with cancelled orders, insurance expenses, costs related to placing orders with non-partner merchants, and costs related to first party product sales, for which we take control of inventory, (ii) platform costs, which include costs for onboarding merchants and Dashers, costs for providing support for consumers, merchants, and Dashers, and technology platform infrastructure costs, and (iii) personnel costs, which include 58 Table of Contents personnel-related compensation expenses related to our local operations, support, and other teams, and allocated overhead.
Cost of Revenue, Exclusive of Depreciation and Amortization Cost of revenue primarily consists of (i) order management costs, which include payment processing charges, net of rebates issued from payment processors, costs associated with cancelled orders, insurance expenses, costs related to placing orders with non-partner merchants, and costs related to first party product sales, for which we take control of inventory, (ii) platform costs, which include costs for onboarding merchants and Dashers, costs for providing support for consumers, merchants, and Dashers, and technology platform infrastructure costs, and (iii) personnel costs, which include 57 Table of Contents personnel-related compensation expenses related to our local operations, support, and other teams, and allocated overhead.
Revenue generated from DashPass and Wolt+ memberships is recognized on a ratable basis over the contractual period, which is generally one month to one year depending on the type of membership purchased by the consumer.
Revenue generated from DashPass, Wolt+, and Deliveroo Plus memberships is recognized on a ratable basis over the contractual period, which is generally one month to one year depending on the type of membership purchased by the consumer.
In the vast majority of our transactions with end-users, we are an agent in facilitating the sale of products and delivery services, thus we report revenue on a net basis, reflecting amounts collected from consumers, less amounts remitted to merchants and Dashers. We recognize revenue from both partner merchants and consumers for each successfully completed transaction.
In the vast majority of our transactions with end-users, we are an agent in facilitating the sale of products and delivery services, thus we report revenue on a net basis, reflecting amounts collected from consumers, less amounts remitted to merchants and Dashers. 67 Table of Contents We recognize revenue from both partner merchants and consumers for each successfully completed transaction.
Adjusted EBITDA is a performance measure that we use to assess our operating performance and the operating leverage in our business. Adjusted EBITDA increased to $1.9 billion in 2024 from $1.2 billion in 2023, driven primarily by growth in Contribution Profit, partially offset by increases in adjusted research and development expense and adjusted general and administrative expense. Free Cash Flow.
Adjusted EBITDA is a performance measure that we use to assess our operating performance and the operating leverage in our business. Adjusted EBITDA increased to $2.8 billion in 2025 from $1.9 billion in 2024, driven primarily by growth in Contribution Profit, partially offset by increases in adjusted research and development expense and adjusted general and administrative expense. Free Cash Flow.
We are presenting these non-GAAP financial measures to assist investors in seeing our business and financial performance through the eyes of management, and because we believe that these non-GAAP financial measures provide an additional tool for investors to use in comparing results of operations of our business over multiple periods and with other companies in our industry.
We are presenting these non-GAAP financial measures to assist investors in seeing our 60 Table of Contents business and financial performance through the eyes of management, and because we believe that these non-GAAP financial measures provide an additional tool for investors to use in comparing results of operations of our business over multiple periods and with other companies in our industry.
For additional information, see Note 11 – "Income Taxes" included in Part II, Item 8, “Financial Statements and Supplementary Data,” of this Annual Report on Form 10-K.
For additional information, see Note 12 – "Income Taxes" included in Part II, Item 8, “Financial Statements and Supplementary Data,” of this Annual Report on Form 10-K.
Thus, our adjusted cost of revenue, adjusted sales and marketing expense, adjusted research and development expense, 61 Table of Contents adjusted general and administrative expense, Contribution Profit, Contribution Margin, Adjusted Gross Profit, Adjusted Gross Margin, Adjusted EBITDA, and Free Cash Flow should be considered in addition to, not as substitutes for, or in isolation from, measures prepared in accordance with GAAP.
Thus, our adjusted cost of revenue, adjusted sales and marketing expense, adjusted research and development expense, adjusted general and administrative expense, Contribution Profit, Contribution Margin, Adjusted Gross Profit, Adjusted Gross Margin, Adjusted EBITDA, and Free Cash Flow should be considered in addition to, not as substitutes for, or in isolation from, measures prepared in accordance with GAAP.
We define Contribution Profit as our gross profit less sales and marketing expense plus (i) depreciation and amortization expense related to cost of revenue, (ii) stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense included in cost of revenue and sales and marketing expenses, (iii) allocated overhead included in cost of revenue and sales and marketing expenses, and (iv) inventory write-off related to restructuring.
We define 62 Table of Contents Contribution Profit as our gross profit less sales and marketing expense plus (i) depreciation and amortization expense related to cost of revenue, (ii) stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense included in cost of revenue and sales and marketing expenses, (iii) allocated overhead included in cost of revenue and sales and marketing expenses, and (iv) inventory write-off related to restructuring.
Investing Activities Cash used in investing activities was $444 million for 2024 , which primarily consisted of purchases of marketable securities of $2.0 billion, purchases of property and equipment of $104 million, and cash outflows for capitalized software and website development costs of $226 million, partially offset by proceeds from the sales and maturities of marketable securities of $1.8 billion.
Cash used in investing activities was $444 million for 2024 , which primarily consisted of purchases of investments of $2.0 billion, purchases of property and equipment of $104 million, and cash outflows for capitalized software and website development costs of $226 million, partially offset by proceeds from the sales and maturities of investments of $1.8 billion.
Revenue from our Marketplaces is recognized at the point in time when the consumer obtains control of the merchant’s products. We also generate revenue from membership fees paid by consumers for DashPass and Wolt+, which is recognized as part of our Marketplaces.
Revenue from our Marketplaces is recognized at the point in time when the consumer obtains control of the merchant’s products. We also generate revenue from membership fees paid by consumers for DashPass, Wolt+, and Deliveroo Plus, which are recognized as part of our Marketplaces.
We believe our existing cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities, along with the available borrowings under our revolving credit facility, will be sufficient to meet our working capital and capital expenditures needs for at least the next 12 months and beyond.
We believe our existing cash, cash equivalents, and investments, along with the available borrowings under our revolving credit facility, will be sufficient to meet our working capital and capital expenditures needs for at least the next 12 months and beyond.
In addition, this “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” section generally discusses 2024 and 2023 items and year-to-year comparisons between 2024 and 2023.
In addition, this “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” section generally discusses 2025 items and year-to-year comparisons between 2025 and 2024.
We define Marketplace GOV as the total dollar value of orders completed on our Marketplaces, including taxes, tips 4 , and any applicable consumer fees, including membership fees related to DashPass and Wolt+. Marketplace GOV does not include the dollar value of orders, taxes and tips, or fees charged to merchants for orders fulfilled through our Commerce Platform.
We define Marketplace GOV as the total dollar value of orders completed on our Marketplaces, including taxes, tips 5 , and any applicable consumer fees, including membership fees related to DashPass, Wolt+, and Deliveroo Plus. Marketplace GOV does not include the dollar value of orders, taxes and tips, or fees charged to merchants for orders fulfilled through our Commerce Platform.
Given our current earnings and anticipated future earnings, we believe that there is a reasonable possibility that sufficient positive evidence may become available in a future period to reach a conclusion that the U.S. valuation allowance will no longer be needed.
Given our current earnings and anticipated future earnings, we believe that there is a reasonable possibility that sufficient positive evidence may become available in a future period to reach a conclusion that the U.S. valuation allowance will no 68 Table of Contents longer be needed.
This primarily consisted of net income including redeemable non-controlling interests of $117 million, adjusted for non-cash stock-based compensation expense of $1.1 billion, non-cash depreciation and amortization expense of $561 million, non-cash reduction of operating lease right-of-use assets and accretion of operating lease liabilities of $103 million, non-cash office lease impairment expenses of $83 million, and other net non-cash expenses of $33 million, as well as $136 million net inflows from changes in operating assets and liabilities primarily driven by an increase in our accrued expenses, partially offset by increases in other assets, accounts receivable, net, and prepaid expenses and other current assets.
This primarily consisted of net income including redeemable non-controlling interests of $117 million, adjusted for non-cash stock-based compensation expense of $1.1 billion, non-cash depreciation and amortization expense of $561 million, non-cash reduction of operating lease right-of-use assets and accretion of operating lease liabilities of $103 million, amortization of deferred contract costs of $60 million, and non-cash office lease impairment expenses of $83 million, partially offset by other net non-cash adjustments of $27 million, as well as $136 million net inflows from changes in operating assets and liabilities, primarily driven by an increase in our accrued expenses, partially offset by increases in other assets, accounts receivable, net, and prepaid expenses and other current assets.
Our Marketplaces operate in over 30 countries across the globe and provide an integrated suite of services that help merchants establish an online presence, connect with consumers in their communities, and solve mission-critical challenges, such as customer acquisition, demand generation, order fulfillment, merchandising, payment processing, and customer support.
Our Marketplaces operate in over 40 countries and provide an integrated suite of services that help merchants establish an online presence, connect with consumers in their communities, and solve mission-critical challenges, such as customer acquisition, demand generation, order fulfillment, merchandising, payment processing, and customer support.
We define gross margin as gross profit as a percentage of revenue for the same period and we define Contribution Margin as Contribution Profit as a percentage of revenue for the same period. 63 Table of Contents Gross profit is the most directly comparable financial measure to Contribution Profit.
We define gross margin as gross profit as a percentage of revenue for the same period and we define Contribution Margin as Contribution Profit as a percentage of revenue for the same period. Gross profit is the most directly comparable financial measure to Contribution Profit.
We also offer advertising as a value-added service through our Marketplaces to help merchants and consumer packaged goods companies increase consumer engagement and drive incremental revenue. Our Marketplaces compete for consumers based primarily on the selection, convenience, quality, affordability, and service we provide.
We also offer advertising as a value-added service through our Marketplaces to help merchants and consumer packaged goods companies increase consumer engagement and drive incremental revenue. Our Marketplaces seek to attract and retain consumers based primarily on the selection, convenience, quality, affordability, and service we provide.
Year Ended December 31, 2023 to 2024 (in millions, except percentages) 2022 2023 2024 $ Change % Change Restructuring charges $ 92 $ 2 $ — $ (2) * *Percentage not meaningful Restructuring charges were not material in 2024 and 2023.
Year Ended December 31, 2024 to 2025 (in millions, except percentages) 2023 2024 2025 $ Change % Change Restructuring charges $ 2 $ — $ 2 $ 2 * *Percentage not meaningful Restructuring charges were not material in 2025 and 2024.
Additionally, funds held at payment processors of $436 million represent cash due from our payment processors for cleared transactions with merchants and consumers, as well as funds remitted to payment processors for Dasher payout. Cash and cash equivalents consisted of cash on deposit with banks as well as institutional money market funds, commercial paper, and U.S. Treasury securities.
Additionally, funds held at payment processors of $587 million represent cash due from our payment processors for cleared transactions with merchants and consumers, as well as funds remitted to payment processors for Dasher payout. Cash and cash equivalents consisted of cash on deposit with banks as well as institutional money market funds, U.S. Treasury securities, and time deposits.
The following table provides a reconciliation of net cash provided by operating activities to Free Cash Flow: Year Ended December 31, (in millions) 2022 2023 2024 Net cash provided by operating activities $ 367 $ 1,673 $ 2,132 Purchases of property and equipment (176) (123) (104) Capitalized software and website development costs (170) (201) (226) Free Cash Flow $ 21 $ 1,349 $ 1,802 Net cash used in investing activities $ (300) $ (342) $ (444) Net cash used in financing activities $ (375) $ (752) $ (204) Credit Facility On November 19, 2019, we entered into a revolving credit and guaranty agreement with certain lenders, which, as most recently amended and restated on April 26, 2024, provides for an $800 million unsecured revolving credit facility maturing on April 26, 2029, with a sublimit for the issuance of letters of credit in an aggregate face amount of up to $600 million.
The following table provides a reconciliation of net cash provided by operating activities to Free Cash Flow: Year Ended December 31, (in millions) 2023 2024 2025 Net cash provided by operating activities $ 1,673 $ 2,132 $ 2,431 Purchases of property and equipment (123) (104) (257) Capitalized software and website development costs (201) (226) (348) Free Cash Flow $ 1,349 $ 1,802 $ 1,826 Net cash used in investing activities $ (342) $ (444) $ (4,391) Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities $ (752) $ (204) $ 2,360 Credit Facility On November 19, 2019, we entered into a revolving credit and guaranty agreement with certain lenders, which, as most recently amended and restated on April 26, 2024, provides for an $800 million unsecured revolving credit facility maturing on April 26, 2029, with a sublimit for the issuance of letters of credit in an aggregate face amount of up to $600 million.
The Company must also maintain compliance with a maximum senior net leverage ratio, measured quarterly, determined in accordance with the terms of the credit agreement. As of December 31, 2023 and 2024, no revolving loans were outstanding and $115 million and $112 million of letters of credit were issued under our revolving credit facility, respectively.
The Company must also maintain compliance with a maximum senior net leverage ratio, measured quarterly, determined in accordance with the terms of the credit agreement. As of December 31, 64 Table of Contents 2024 and 2025, no revolving loans were outstanding and $112 million and $61 million of letters of credit were issued under our revolving credit facility, respectively.
We may also, from time to time, enter into Rule 10b5-1 plans to facilitate repurchases of our Class A common stock under this authorization.
We have entered into, and may, from time to time, enter into, Rule 10b5-1 plans to facilitate repurchases of our Class A common stock under this authorization.
Revenue Recognition We recognize revenue in accordance with ASC 606 . We generate a substantial majority of our revenue from orders completed through our Marketplaces and the related commissions charged to partner merchants and fees charged to consumers. A partner merchant represents a merchant that has entered into a contractual agreement with DoorDash.
We generate a substantial majority of our revenue from orders completed through our Marketplaces and the related commissions charged to partner merchants and fees charged to consumers. A partner merchant represents a merchant that has entered into a contractual agreement with DoorDash.
The following table provides a reconciliation of general and administrative expense to adjusted general and administrative expense: Year Ended December 31, (in millions) 2022 2023 2024 General and administrative $ 1,147 $ 1,235 $ 1,452 Adjusted to exclude the following: Stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense (313) (365) (329) Certain legal, tax, and regulatory settlements, reserves, and expenses (1) (72) (162) (180) Transaction-related costs (68) (2) (7) Office lease impairment expenses (2) — (83) Allocated overhead from cost of revenue, sales and marketing, and research and development 67 69 83 Adjusted general and administrative $ 759 $ 775 $ 936 (1) We exclude certain costs and expenses from our calculation of adjusted general and administrative expense because management believes that these costs and expenses are not indicative of our core operating performance, do not reflect the underlying economics of our business, and are not necessary to operate our business.
The following table provides a reconciliation of general and administrative expense to adjusted general and administrative expense: Year Ended December 31, (in millions) 2023 2024 2025 General and administrative $ 1,235 $ 1,452 $ 1,600 Adjusted to exclude the following: Stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense (365) (329) (265) Certain legal, tax, and regulatory settlements, reserves, and expenses (1) (162) (180) (135) Transaction-related costs (2) (7) (105) Office lease impairment expenses — (83) (11) Allocated overhead from cost of revenue, sales and marketing, and research and development 69 83 102 Adjusted general and administrative $ 775 $ 936 $ 1,186 (1) We exclude certain costs and expenses from our calculation of adjusted general and administrative expense because management believes that these costs and expenses are not indicative of our core operating performance, do not reflect the underlying economics of our business, and are not necessary to operate our business.
The increase was primarily attributable to an increase of $782 million in order management costs and an increase of $94 million in platform costs, driven primarily by growth in Total Orders.
The increase was primarily attributable to an increase of $815 million in order management costs and an increase of $356 million in platform costs, driven primarily by growth in Total Orders.
Marketable securities consisted of certificates of deposit, commercial paper, corporate bonds, U.S. government agency securities, U.S. Treasury securities, and mutual funds. We have generated significant operating losses from our operations as reflected in our accumulated deficit of $5.3 billion as of December 31, 2024.
Investments consisted of certificates of deposit, commercial paper, corporate bonds, U.S. government agency securities, U.S. Treasury securities, mutual funds, and time deposits. We have generated significant operating losses from our operations as reflected in our accumulated deficit of $4.3 billion as of December 31, 2025.
The following table provides a reconciliation of sales and marketing expense to adjusted sales and marketing expense: Year Ended December 31, (in millions) 2022 2023 2024 Sales and marketing $ 1,682 $ 1,876 $ 2,037 Adjusted to exclude the following Stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense (98) (119) (118) Allocated overhead (19) (21) (25) Adjusted sales and marketing $ 1,565 $ 1,736 $ 1,894 Adjusted Research and Development Expense We define adjusted research and development expense as research and development expenses excluding stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense and allocated overhead.
The following table provides a reconciliation of sales and marketing expense to adjusted sales and marketing expense: Year Ended December 31, (in millions) 2023 2024 2025 Sales and marketing $ 1,876 $ 2,037 $ 2,476 Adjusted to exclude the following Stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense (119) (118) (108) Allocated overhead (21) (25) (28) Adjusted sales and marketing $ 1,736 $ 1,894 $ 2,340 61 Table of Contents Adjusted Research and Development Expense We define adjusted research and development expense as research and development expenses excluding stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense and allocated overhead.
The following table provides a reconciliation of gross profit to Contribution Profit: Year Ended December 31, (in millions, except percentages) 2022 2023 2024 Revenue $ 6,583 $ 8,635 $ 10,722 Less: Cost of revenue, exclusive of depreciation and amortization (3,588) (4,589) (5,542) Less: Depreciation and amortization related to cost of revenue (171) (186) (201) Gross profit $ 2,824 $ 3,860 $ 4,979 Gross Margin 42.9 % 44.7 % 46.4 % Less: Sales and marketing $ (1,682) $ (1,876) $ (2,037) Add: Depreciation and amortization related to cost of revenue 171 186 201 Add: Stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense included in cost of revenue and sales and marketing 201 259 271 Add: Allocated overhead included in cost of revenue and sales and marketing 51 53 60 Add: Inventory write-off related to restructuring 2 — — Contribution Profit $ 1,567 $ 2,482 $ 3,474 Contribution Margin 23.8 % 28.7 % 32.4 % Adjusted Gross Profit We define Adjusted Gross Profit as gross profit plus (i) depreciation and amortization expense related to cost of revenue, (ii) stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense included in cost of revenue, (iii) allocated overhead included in cost of revenue, and (iv) inventory write-off related to restructuring.
The following table provides a reconciliation of gross profit to Contribution Profit: Year Ended December 31, (in millions, except percentages) 2023 2024 2025 Revenue $ 8,635 $ 10,722 $ 13,717 Less: Cost of revenue, exclusive of depreciation and amortization (4,589) (5,542) (6,738) Less: Depreciation and amortization related to cost of revenue (186) (201) (293) Gross profit $ 3,860 $ 4,979 $ 6,686 Gross Margin 44.7 % 46.4 % 48.7 % Less: Sales and marketing $ (1,876) $ (2,037) $ (2,476) Add: Depreciation and amortization related to cost of revenue 186 201 293 Add: Stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense included in cost of revenue and sales and marketing 259 271 263 Add: Allocated overhead included in cost of revenue and sales and marketing 53 60 74 Contribution Profit $ 2,482 $ 3,474 $ 4,840 Contribution Margin 28.7 % 32.4 % 35.3 % Adjusted Gross Profit We define Adjusted Gross Profit as gross profit plus (i) depreciation and amortization expense related to cost of revenue, (ii) stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense included in cost of revenue, (iii) allocated overhead included in cost of revenue, and (iv) inventory write-off related to restructuring.
Additionally, the impact of discrete items and non-deductible expenses varies depending on the amount of pre-tax income or loss. For example, the impact of any particular item is greater when the amount of our pre-tax income or loss is smaller. We have a valuation allowance for our net deferred tax assets in the U.S. and Finland.
Additionally, the impact of discrete items and non-deductible expenses varies depending on the amount of pre-tax income or loss. We have a valuation allowance for our net deferred tax assets in the U.S., the U.K., and Finland.
The following table provides a reconciliation of gross profit to Adjusted Gross Profit: Year Ended December 31, (in millions, except percentages) 2022 2023 2024 Gross profit $ 2,824 $ 3,860 $ 4,979 Add: Depreciation and amortization related to cost of revenue 171 186 201 Add: Stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense included in cost of revenue 103 140 153 Add: Allocated overhead included in cost of revenue 32 32 35 Add: Inventory write-off related to restructuring 2 — — Adjusted Gross Profit $ 3,132 $ 4,218 $ 5,368 Adjusted Gross Margin 47.6 % 48.8 % 50.1 % Adjusted EBITDA Adjusted EBITDA is a measure that we use to assess our operating performance and the operating leverage in our business.
The following table provides a reconciliation of gross profit to Adjusted Gross Profit: Year Ended December 31, (in millions, except percentages) 2023 2024 2025 Gross profit $ 3,860 $ 4,979 $ 6,686 Add: Depreciation and amortization related to cost of revenue 186 201 293 Add: Stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense included in cost of revenue 140 153 155 Add: Allocated overhead included in cost of revenue 32 35 46 Adjusted Gross Profit $ 4,218 $ 5,368 $ 7,180 Adjusted Gross Margin 48.8 % 50.1 % 52.3 % Adjusted EBITDA Adjusted EBITDA is a measure that we use to assess our operating performance and the operating leverage in our business.
Our future capital requirements will depend on many factors, including, but not limited to our growth, our ability to attract and retain merchants, consumers, and Dashers that utilize our platform, the continuing market acceptance of our offerings, the timing and extent of spending to support our efforts to develop our platform, the expansion of sales and marketing activities, and the timing and extent of spending for policy and worker classification initiatives.
Our future capital requirements will depend on many factors, including, but not limited to, our growth, our ability to attract and retain merchants, consumers, and Dashers that utilize our platform, the continuing market acceptance of our offerings, the timing and extent of spending to support our efforts to develop our platform, the expansion of sales and marketing activities, the timing and extent of spending for policy and worker classification initiatives, and the occurrence of certain conditions triggering the 2030 Notes' conversion feature or our repurchase of some or all of the 2030 Notes.
As 65 Table of Contents of December 31, 2024, we were in compliance with the covenants under the revolving credit and guaranty agreement.
As of December 31, 2025, we were in compliance with the covenants under the revolving credit and guaranty agreement.
The increase was primarily driven by an increase of $62 million in amortization expenses related to capitalized software and website development costs. Restructuring Charges Restructuring charges primarily consist of separation-related payments and other termination benefit costs associated with restructuring activities.
The increase was primarily driven by an increase of $86 million in amortization expense for acquired intangible assets and an increase of $53 million in amortization expense related to capitalized software and website development costs. Restructuring Charges Restructuring charges primarily consist of separation-related payments and other termination benefit costs associated with restructuring activities.
Year Ended December 31, 2023 to 2024 (in millions, except percentages) 2022 2023 2024 $ Change % Change Interest income, net $ 30 $ 152 $ 199 $ 47 31 % Interest income, net increased by $47 million, or 31%, in 2024, compared to 2023.
Year Ended December 31, 2024 to 2025 (in millions, except percentages) 2023 2024 2025 $ Change % Change Interest income, net $ 152 $ 199 $ 211 12 6 % Interest income, net increased by $12 million, or 6%, in 2025, compared to 2024.
Contribution Profit increase d to $3.5 billion in 2024 from $2.5 billion in 2023, driven primarily by growth in revenue, partially offset by increases in cost of revenue and sales and marketing expenses. Adjusted EBITDA.
Contribution Profit increased to $4.8 billion in 2025 from $3.5 billion in 2024, driven primarily by growth in revenue, partially offset by increases in cost of revenue and sales and marketing expenses. Adjusted EBITDA.
We believe excluding such expenses provides a better period-to-period comparison of the core operating performance of our business. 62 Table of Contents The following table provides a reconciliation of research and development expense to adjusted research and development expense: Year Ended December 31, (in millions) 2022 2023 2024 Research and development $ 829 $ 1,003 $ 1,168 Adjusted to exclude the following: Stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense (366) (470) (507) Allocated overhead (16) (16) (23) Adjusted research and development $ 447 $ 517 $ 638 Adjusted General and Administrative Expense We define adjusted general and administrative expense as general and administrative expenses excluding stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense, certain legal, tax, and regulatory settlements, reserves, and expenses, transaction-related costs (primarily consists of acquisition, integration, and investment related costs), impairment expenses, and including allocated overhead from cost of revenue, sales and marketing, and research and development.
The following table provides a reconciliation of research and development expense to adjusted research and development expense: Year Ended December 31, (in millions) 2023 2024 2025 Research and development $ 1,003 $ 1,168 $ 1,431 Adjusted to exclude the following: Stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense (470) (507) (528) Allocated overhead (16) (23) (28) Adjusted research and development $ 517 $ 638 $ 875 Adjusted General and Administrative Expense We define adjusted general and administrative expense as general and administrative expenses excluding stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense, certain legal, tax, and regulatory settlements, reserves, and expenses, transaction-related costs (primarily consists of acquisition, integration, and investment related costs), impairment expenses, and including allocated overhead from cost of revenue, sales and marketing, and research and development.
Our mission is to grow and empower local economies. We aim to do this by providing services that reduce friction in local commerce and help merchants better connect with consumers in their communities. Our primary offerings include the DoorDash Marketplace and the Wolt Marketplace (our "Marketplaces"), and our Commerce Platform.
We aim to do this by providing services that reduce friction in local commerce and help merchants better connect with consumers in their communities. 53 Table of Contents Our primary offerings include the DoorDash Marketplace, the Wolt Marketplace, and the Deliveroo Marketplace (together, our "Marketplaces"), and our Commerce Platform.
The following table provides a reconciliation of cost of revenue, exclusive of depreciation and amortization, to adjusted cost of revenue: Year Ended December 31, (in millions) 2022 2023 2024 Cost of revenue, exclusive of depreciation and amortization $ 3,588 $ 4,589 $ 5,542 Adjusted to exclude the following Stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense (103) (140) (153) Allocated overhead (32) (32) (35) Inventory write-off related to restructuring (2) — — Adjusted cost of revenue $ 3,451 $ 4,417 $ 5,354 Adjusted Sales and Marketing Expense We define adjusted sales and marketing expense as sales and marketing expenses excluding stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense and allocated overhead.
The following table provides a reconciliation of cost of revenue, exclusive of depreciation and amortization, to adjusted cost of revenue: Year Ended December 31, (in millions) 2023 2024 2025 Cost of revenue, exclusive of depreciation and amortization $ 4,589 $ 5,542 $ 6,738 Adjusted to exclude the following: Stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense (140) (153) (155) Allocated overhead (32) (35) (46) Adjusted cost of revenue $ 4,417 $ 5,354 $ 6,537 Adjusted Sales and Marketing Expense We define adjusted sales and marketing expense as sales and marketing expenses excluding stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense and allocated overhead.
Therefore, if one or more of these legal matters were resolved against us for amounts in excess of management’s expectations, our results of operations, and financial condition, including in a particular reporting period, could be materially adversely affected.
Therefore, if one or more of these legal matters were resolved against us for amounts in excess of management’s expectations, our results of operations, and financial condition, including in a particular reporting period, could be materially adversely affected. Income Taxes We are subject to income taxes in the U.S. and in many foreign jurisdictions.
We may or may not repurchase any portion of the total authorized amount, and the timing and actual number of shares repurchased may depend on a variety of factors, including price, general business and market conditions, and alternative investment opportunities.
We may or may not repurchase any portion of the total authorized amount, and the timing and actual number of shares repurchased may depend on a variety of factors, including price, general business and market conditions, and alternative investment opportunities. As of December 31, 2025, $5.0 billion remained available under the repurchase authorization.
Liquidity and Capital Resources As of December 31, 2024, our principal sources of liquidity were cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities of $6.2 billion, which consisted of cash and cash equivalents of $4.0 billion, and short-term marketable securities of $1.3 billion and long-term marketable securities of $835 million.
Liquidity and Capital Resources As of December 31, 2025, our principal sources of liquidity were cash, cash equivalents, and investments of $6.3 billion, which consisted of cash and cash equivalents of $4.4 billion, short-term investments of $1.1 billion, and long-term investments of $837 million.
Discussions of 2022 items and year-to-year comparisons between 2023 and 2022 are not included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K and can be found in “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” in Part II, Item 7 of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, filed with the SEC on February 20, 2024. 54 Table of Contents Overview DoorDash, Inc. is incorporated in Delaware with headquarters in San Francisco, California.
Discussions of 2024 items and year-to-year comparisons between 2024 and 2023 are not included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K and can be found in “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” in Part II, Item 7 of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, filed with the SEC on February 14, 2025.
The increase was primarily driven by an increase of $74 million in advertising expenses and an increase of $66 million in personnel-related compensation expenses and allocated overhead.
The increase was primarily driven by an increase of $278 million in advertising expenses and an increase of $144 million in personnel-related compensation expenses.
The following table provides a reconciliation of net income (loss) attributable to DoorDash, Inc. common stockholders to Adjusted EBITDA, and a reconciliation of net income (loss) including redeemable non-controlling interests to Adjusted EBITDA: Year Ended December 31, (in millions) 2022 2023 2024 Net income (loss) attributable to DoorDash, Inc. common stockholders $ (1,365) $ (558) $ 123 Add: Net loss attributable to redeemable non-controlling interests (3) (7) (6) Net income (loss) including redeemable non-controlling interests $ (1,368) $ (565) $ 117 Certain legal, tax, and regulatory settlements, reserves, and expenses (1) 72 162 180 Transaction-related costs 68 2 7 Office lease impairment expenses 2 — 83 Restructuring charges 92 2 — Inventory write-off related to restructuring 2 — — Provision for (benefit from) income taxes (31) 31 39 Interest income, net (30) (152) (199) Other expense, net (2) 305 107 5 Stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense (3) 880 1,094 1,107 Depreciation and amortization expense 369 509 561 Adjusted EBITDA $ 361 $ 1,190 $ 1,900 (1) We exclude certain costs and expenses from our calculation of Adjusted EBITDA because management believes that these costs and expenses are not indicative of our core operating performance, do not reflect the underlying economics of our business, and are not necessary to operate our business.
We define Adjusted EBITDA as net income (loss) attributable to DoorDash, Inc. common stockholders, adjusted to include net income (loss) attributable to redeemable non-controlling interests and exclude (i) certain legal, tax, and regulatory settlements, reserves, and expenses, (ii) loss on disposal of property and equipment, (iii) transaction-related costs (primarily consists of acquisition, integration, and investment related costs), (iv) impairment expenses, (v) restructuring charges, (vi) inventory write-off related to restructuring, (vii) provision for (benefit from) income taxes, (viii) interest income, net, (ix) other (income) expense, net, (x) stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense, and (xi) depreciation and amortization expense. 63 Table of Contents The following table provides a reconciliation of net income (loss) attributable to DoorDash, Inc. common stockholders to Adjusted EBITDA, and a reconciliation of net income (loss) including redeemable non-controlling interests to Adjusted EBITDA: Year Ended December 31, (in millions) 2023 2024 2025 Net income (loss) attributable to DoorDash, Inc. common stockholders $ (558) $ 123 $ 935 Add: Net loss attributable to redeemable non-controlling interests (7) (6) (3) Net income (loss) including redeemable non-controlling interests $ (565) $ 117 $ 932 Certain legal, tax, and regulatory settlements, reserves, and expenses (1) 162 180 135 Transaction-related costs 2 7 105 Office lease impairment expenses — 83 11 Restructuring charges 2 — 2 Provision for income taxes 31 39 7 Interest income, net (152) (199) (211) Other (income) expense, net 107 5 (5) Stock-based compensation expense and certain payroll tax expense 1,094 1,107 1,056 Depreciation and amortization expense 509 561 747 Adjusted EBITDA $ 1,190 $ 1,900 $ 2,779 (1) We exclude certain costs and expenses from our calculation of Adjusted EBITDA because management believes that these costs and expenses are not indicative of our core operating performance, do not reflect the underlying economics of our business, and are not necessary to operate our business.
Free Cash Flow increased to $1.8 billion in 2024 from $1.3 billion in 2023, driven primarily by an increase in net cash provided by operating activities. 4 Dashers receive 100% of tips. 56 Table of Contents Results of Operations The following table summarizes our historical consolidated statements of operations data: Year Ended December 31, (in millions) 2022 2023 2024 Revenue $ 6,583 $ 8,635 $ 10,722 Costs and expenses: (1) Cost of revenue, exclusive of depreciation and amortization shown separately below 3,588 4,589 5,542 Sales and marketing 1,682 1,876 2,037 Research and development 829 1,003 1,168 General and administrative 1,147 1,235 1,452 Depreciation and amortization (2) 369 509 561 Restructuring charges 92 2 — Total costs and expenses 7,707 9,214 10,760 Loss from operations (1,124) (579) (38) Interest income, net 30 152 199 Other expense, net (305) (107) (5) Income (loss) before income taxes (1,399) (534) 156 Provision for (benefit from) income taxes (31) 31 39 Net income (loss) including redeemable non-controlling interests (1,368) (565) 117 Less: net loss attributable to redeemable non-controlling interests (3) (7) (6) Net income (loss) attributable to DoorDash, Inc. common stockholders $ (1,365) $ (558) $ 123 (1) Costs and expenses include stock-based compensation expense as follows: Year Ended December 31, (in millions) 2022 2023 2024 Cost of revenue, exclusive of depreciation and amortization $ 102 $ 139 $ 151 Sales and marketing 98 119 117 Research and development 365 466 505 General and administrative 313 364 326 Restructuring charges 11 — — Total stock-based compensation expense $ 889 $ 1,088 $ 1,099 (2) Depreciation and amortization related to the following: Year Ended December 31, (in millions) 2022 2023 2024 Cost of revenue $ 171 $ 186 $ 201 Sales and marketing 81 125 119 Research and development 104 185 222 General and administrative 13 13 19 Total depreciation and amortization $ 369 $ 509 $ 561 57 Table of Contents The following table sets forth the components of our consolidated statements of operations data as a percentage of revenue: Year Ended December 31, 2022 2023 2024 Revenue 100 % 100 % 100 % Costs and expenses: Cost of revenue, exclusive of depreciation and amortization shown separately below 54 % 53 % 52 % Sales and marketing 26 % 22 % 19 % Research and development 13 % 12 % 11 % General and administrative 17 % 14 % 14 % Depreciation and amortization 6 % 6 % 5 % Restructuring charges 1 % — % — % Total costs and expenses 117 % 107 % 101 % Loss from operations (17) % (7) % (1) % Interest income, net 1 % 2 % 2 % Other expense, net (5) % (1) % — % Income (loss) before income taxes (21) % (6) % 1 % Provision for (benefit from) income taxes — % — % — % Net income (loss) including redeemable non-controlling interests (21) % (6) % 1 % Less: net loss attributable to redeemable non-controlling interests — % — % — % Net income (loss) attributable to DoorDash, Inc. common stockholders (21) % (6) % 1 % Comparison of the Years Ended 2024 and 2023 Revenue We generate a substantial majority of our revenue from orders completed through our Marketplaces and the related commissions charged to partner merchants and fees charged to consumers.
Free Cash Flow remained flat as the increase in net cash provided by operating activities was largely offset by a comparable increase in purchases of property and equipment, as well as capitalized software and website development costs. 5 Dashers receive 100% of tips. 55 Table of Contents Results of Operations The following table summarizes our historical consolidated statements of operations data: Year Ended December 31, (in millions) 2023 2024 2025 Revenue $ 8,635 $ 10,722 $ 13,717 Costs and expenses: (1) Cost of revenue, exclusive of depreciation and amortization shown separately below 4,589 5,542 6,738 Sales and marketing 1,876 2,037 2,476 Research and development 1,003 1,168 1,431 General and administrative 1,235 1,452 1,600 Depreciation and amortization (2) 509 561 747 Restructuring charges 2 — 2 Total costs and expenses 9,214 10,760 12,994 Income (loss) from operations (579) (38) 723 Interest income, net 152 199 211 Other income (expense), net (107) (5) 5 Income (loss) before income taxes (534) 156 939 Provision for income taxes 31 39 7 Net income (loss) including redeemable non-controlling interests (565) 117 932 Less: net loss attributable to redeemable non-controlling interests (7) (6) (3) Net income (loss) attributable to DoorDash, Inc. common stockholders $ (558) $ 123 $ 935 (1) Costs and expenses include stock-based compensation expense as follows: Year Ended December 31, (in millions) 2023 2024 2025 Cost of revenue, exclusive of depreciation and amortization $ 139 $ 151 $ 154 Sales and marketing 119 117 107 Research and development 466 505 527 General and administrative 364 326 263 Total stock-based compensation expense $ 1,088 $ 1,099 $ 1,051 (2) Depreciation and amortization related to the following: Year Ended December 31, (in millions) 2023 2024 2025 Cost of revenue $ 186 $ 201 $ 293 Sales and marketing 125 119 161 Research and development 185 222 270 General and administrative 13 19 23 Total depreciation and amortization $ 509 $ 561 $ 747 56 Table of Contents The following table sets forth the components of our consolidated statements of operations data as a percentage of revenue: Year Ended December 31, 2023 2024 2025 Revenue 100 % 100 % 100 % Costs and expenses: Cost of revenue, exclusive of depreciation and amortization shown separately below 53 % 52 % 49 % Sales and marketing 22 % 19 % 18 % Research and development 12 % 11 % 10 % General and administrative 14 % 14 % 12 % Depreciation and amortization 6 % 5 % 6 % Restructuring charges — % — % — % Total costs and expenses 107 % 101 % 95 % Income (loss) from operations (7) % (1) % 5 % Interest income, net 2 % 2 % 2 % Other income (expense), net (1) % — % — % Income (loss) before income taxes (6) % 1 % 7 % Provision for income taxes — % — % — % Net income (loss) including redeemable non-controlling interests (6) % 1 % 7 % Less: net loss attributable to redeemable non-controlling interests — % — % — % Net income (loss) attributable to DoorDash, Inc. common stockholders (6) % 1 % 7 % Comparison of the Years Ended 2025 and 2024 Revenue We generate a substantial majority of our revenue from orders completed through our Marketplaces and the related commissions charged to partner merchants and fees charged to consumers.
Cash provided by operating activities was $1.7 billion for 2023 .
Cash provided by operating activities was $2.1 billion for 2024.
These excluded costs and expenses consist of (i) certain legal costs primarily related to worker classification matters, our historical Dasher pay model, and a settlement entered into in connection with an initiative to serve underrepresented communities, (ii) reserves and settlements or other resolutions for or related to the collection of sales, indirect, and other taxes that we do not expect to incur on a recurring basis, (iii) expenses related to supporting various policy matters, including those related to worker classification, other labor law matters, and price controls, and (iv) donations as part of our relief efforts in connection with the COVID-19 pandemic and Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
These excluded costs and expenses consist of (i) certain legal costs primarily related to worker classification matters, and our historical Dasher pay model and pay practices, (ii) reserves and settlements or other resolutions for or related to the collection of sales, indirect, and other taxes that we do not expect to incur on a recurring basis, and (iii) expenses related to supporting various policy matters, including those related to worker classification, other labor law matters, and price controls.
These excluded costs and expenses consist of (i) certain legal costs primarily related to worker classification matters, our historical Dasher pay model, and a settlement entered into in connection with an initiative to serve underrepresented communities, (ii) reserves and settlements or other resolutions for or related to the collection of sales, indirect, and other taxes that we do not expect to incur on a recurring basis, (iii) expenses related to supporting various policy matters, including those related to worker classification, other labor law matters, and price controls, and (iv) donations as part of our relief efforts in connection with the COVID-19 pandemic and Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
These excluded costs and expenses consist of (i) certain legal costs primarily related to worker classification matters, and our historical Dasher pay model and pay practices, (ii) reserves and settlements or other resolutions for or related to the collection of sales, indirect, and other taxes that we do not expect to incur on a recurring basis, and (iii) expenses related to supporting various policy matters, including those related to worker classification, other labor law matters, and price controls.
Year Ended December 31, 2023 to 2024 (in millions, except percentages) 2022 2023 2024 $ Change % Change Research and development $ 829 $ 1,003 $ 1,168 $ 165 16 % Research and development expenses in cr eased by $165 million, or 16%, in 2024, compared to 2023.
Year Ended December 31, 2024 to 2025 (in millions, except percentages) 2023 2024 2025 $ Change % Change Research and development $ 1,003 $ 1,168 $ 1,431 $ 263 23 % Research and development expenses increased by $263 million, or 23%, in 2025, compared to 2024.
Year Ended December 31, 2023 to 2024 (in millions, except percentages) 2022 2023 2024 $ Change % Change Cost of revenue, exclusive of depreciation and amortization $ 3,588 $ 4,589 $ 5,542 $ 953 21 % Cost of revenue, exclu sive of depreciation and amortization, increased by $953 million, or 21%, in 2024, compared to 2023.
Year Ended December 31, 2024 to 2025 (in millions, except percentages) 2023 2024 2025 $ Change % Change Cost of revenue, exclusive of depreciation and amortization $ 4,589 $ 5,542 $ 6,738 $ 1,196 22 % Cost of revenue, exclu sive of depreciation and amortization, increased by $1.2 billion, or 22%, in 2025, compared to 2024.
Year Ended December 31, 2023 to 2024 (in millions, except percentages) 2022 2023 2024 $ Change % Change Sales and marketing $ 1,682 $ 1,876 $ 2,037 $ 161 9 % Sales and marketing expenses i ncrea sed by $161 million, or 9%, in 2024, compared to 2023.
Year Ended December 31, 2024 to 2025 (in millions, except percentages) 2023 2024 2025 $ Change % Change Sales and marketing $ 1,876 $ 2,037 $ 2,476 $ 439 22 % Sales and marketing expenses increased by $439 million, or 22%, in 2025, compared to 2024.
Year Ended December 31, 2023 to 2024 (in millions, except percentages) 2022 2023 2024 $ Change % Change Revenue $ 6,583 $ 8,635 $ 10,722 $ 2,087 24 % Revenue increased by $2.1 billion, or 24%, in 2024, compared to 2023. The increase was primarily driven by a 20% increase in Marketplace GOV to $80.2 billion.
Year Ended December 31, 2024 to 2025 (in millions, except percentages) 2023 2024 2025 $ Change % Change Revenue $ 8,635 $ 10,722 $ 13,717 $ 2,995 28 % Revenue increased by $3.0 billion, or 28%, in 2025, compared to 2024. The increase was primarily driven by a 27% increase in Marketplace GOV.
Financial and Operational Highlights We use the following financial and operational metrics to help us evaluate our business, identify trends affecting our business, formulate business plans, and make strategic decisions: Year Ended December 31, (in millions, except percentages) 2022 2023 2024 Total Orders 1,736 2,161 2,583 Total Orders Y/Y growth 25 % 24 % 20 % Marketplace GOV $ 53,414 $ 66,771 $ 80,231 Marketplace GOV Y/Y growth 27 % 25 % 20 % Revenue $ 6,583 $ 8,635 $ 10,722 Revenue Y/Y growth 35 % 31 % 24 % Net Revenue Margin 12.3 % 12.9 % 13.4 % GAAP gross profit $ 2,824 $ 3,860 $ 4,979 GAAP gross profit as a % of Marketplace GOV 5.3 % 5.8 % 6.2 % Contribution Profit (1) $ 1,567 $ 2,482 $ 3,474 Contribution Profit as a % of Marketplace GOV 2.9 % 3.7 % 4.3 % GAAP net income (loss) attributable to DoorDash, Inc. common stockholders $ (1,365) $ (558) $ 123 GAAP net income (loss) attributable to DoorDash, Inc. common stockholders as a % of Marketplace GOV (2.6) % (0.8) % 0.2 % Adjusted EBITDA (1) $ 361 $ 1,190 $ 1,900 Adjusted EBITDA as a % of Marketplace GOV 0.7 % 1.8 % 2.4 % Weighted-average diluted shares outstanding 371 393 430 (1) Contribution Profit and Adjusted EBITDA are non-GAAP financial measures.
Year Ended December 31, (in millions, except percentages) 2023 2024 2025 Total Orders 2,161 2,583 3,172 Total Orders Y/Y growth 24 % 20 % 23 % Marketplace GOV $ 66,771 $ 80,231 $ 102,018 Marketplace GOV Y/Y growth 25 % 20 % 27 % Revenue $ 8,635 $ 10,722 $ 13,717 Revenue Y/Y growth 31 % 24 % 28 % Net Revenue Margin 12.9 % 13.4 % 13.4 % GAAP gross profit $ 3,860 $ 4,979 $ 6,686 GAAP gross profit as a % of Marketplace GOV 5.8 % 6.2 % 6.6 % Contribution Profit (1) $ 2,482 $ 3,474 $ 4,840 Contribution Profit as a % of Marketplace GOV 3.7 % 4.3 % 4.7 % GAAP net income (loss) attributable to DoorDash, Inc. common stockholders $ (558) $ 123 $ 935 GAAP net income (loss) attributable to DoorDash, Inc. common stockholders as a % of Marketplace GOV (0.8) % 0.2 % 0.9 % Adjusted EBITDA (1) $ 1,190 $ 1,900 $ 2,779 Adjusted EBITDA as a % of Marketplace GOV 1.8 % 2.4 % 2.7 % Weighted-average diluted shares outstanding 393 430 440 (1) Contribution Profit and Adjusted EBITDA are non-GAAP financial measures.
In addition, we generate revenue from other sources, including our Commerce Platform. Drive generates the majority of revenue within our Commerce Platform. We generate revenue from Drive by collecting per-order fees from merchants to arrange for delivery services that fulfill demand generated through their own channels.
We generate revenue from Drive by collecting per-order fees from merchants to arrange for delivery services that fulfill demand generated through their own channels.
Year Ended December 31, 2023 to 2024 (in millions, except percentages) 2022 2023 2024 $ Change % Change Depreciation and amortization $ 369 $ 509 $ 561 $ 52 10 % Depreciation and amortization ex pens es increased by $52 million, or 10%, in 2024, compared to 2023.
Year Ended December 31, 2024 to 2025 (in millions, except percentages) 2023 2024 2025 $ Change % Change Depreciation and amortization $ 509 $ 561 $ 747 $ 186 33 % Depreciation and amortization expenses increased by $186 million, or 33%, in 2025, compared to 2024.
This primarily consisted of a net loss including redeemable non-controlling interests of $565 million, adjusted for non-cash stock-based compensation expense of $1.1 billion, non-cash depreciation and amortization expense of $509 million, reduction of operating lease right-of-use assets and accretion of operating lease liabilities of $108 million, non-cash impairments of non-marketable equity securities of $101 million, and other net non-cash expenses of $15 million, as well as $417 million net inflows from changes in operating assets and liabilities primarily driven by an increase in our accrued expenses, partially offset by increases in accounts receivable, net, payments for operating lease liabilities, and prepaid expenses and other current assets.
This primarily consisted of net income including redeemable non-controlling interests of $932 million, adjusted for non-cash stock-based compensation expense of $1.1 billion, non-cash depreciation and amortization expense of $747 million, non-cash reduction of operating lease right-of-use assets and accretion of operating lease liabilities of $118 million, amortization of deferred contract costs of $77 million non-cash office lease impairment expenses of $11 million, and other net non-cash expenses of $20 million, partially offset by $525 million net outflows from changes in operating assets and liabilities, primarily driven by increases in our accounts receivable, net, prepaid expenses and other current assets, other assets and funds held by payment processors, as well as payments for operating lease liabilities, partially offset by an increase in our accrued expenses and accounts payable.
We exclude stock-based compensation as it is non-cash in nature and we exclude allocated overhead as it is generally a fixed cost and is not directly impacted by Total Orders.
We exclude stock-based compensation as it is non-cash in nature and we exclude allocated overhead as it is generally a fixed cost and is not directly impacted by Total Orders. We believe excluding such expenses provides a better period-to-period comparison of the core operating performance of our business.
We base our estimates on historical experience and on various other assumptions that we believe to be reasonable under the circumstances. Actual results could differ significantly from our 67 Table of Contents estimates.
We base our estimates on historical experience and on various other assumptions that we believe to be reasonable under the circumstances. Actual results could differ significantly from our estimates. To the extent that there are differences between our estimates and actual results, our future financial statement presentation, financial condition, results of operations, and cash flows could be affected.
Marketplace GOV grew to $80.2 billion in 2024, a 20% increase compared to 2023, driven primarily by growth in Total Orders. Net Revenue Margin. We define Net Revenue Margin as revenue expressed as a percentage of Marketplace GOV. Net Revenue Margin increased to 13.4% in 2024 from 12.9% in 2023, primarily due to an increased contribution from advertising revenue.
Marketplace GOV grew to $102.0 billion in 2025, a 27% increase compared to 2024, driven primarily by growth in Total Orders. Net Revenue Margin. We define Net Revenue Margin as revenue expressed as a percentage of Marketplace GOV. Net Revenue Margin was 13.4% in 2025, consistent with 2024. Contribution Profit.
Our revenue reflects comm issions charged to partner merchants and fees charged to consumers less (i) Dasher payout and (ii) refunds, credits, and promotions, which includes certain discounts and incentives provided to consumers. We also generate revenue from membership fees paid by consumers for DashPass and Wolt+, and our advertising products, which are recognized as part of our Marketplaces revenue.
Our revenue reflects comm issions charged to partner merchants and fees charged to consumers less (i) Dasher payout and (ii) refunds, credits, and promotions, which includes certain discounts and incentives provided to consumers.
Total Orders gr ew to 2.6 billion in 2024, a 20% increase compared to 2023. The increase in Total Orders was driven primarily by growth in consumers and growth in average consumer engagement. 55 Table of Contents Marketplace GOV .
Total Orders grew to 3.2 billion in 2025, a 23% increase compared to 2024. The increase in Total Orders was driven primarily by growth in the number of consumers, including partially as a result of our acquisition of Deliveroo, and growth in average consumer engagement. 54 Table of Contents Marketplace GOV .
If we are unable to raise additional capital when desired, our business, financial condition, and results of operations could be adversely affected. 66 Table of Contents The following table summarizes our cash flows for the periods indicated: Year Ended December 31, (In millions) 2022 2023 2024 Net cash provided by operating activities $ 367 $ 1,673 $ 2,132 Net cash used in investing activities (300) (342) (444) Net cash used in financing activities (375) (752) (204) Foreign currency effect on cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash (10) 5 (35) Net increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash $ (318) $ 584 $ 1,449 Operating Activities Cash provided by operating activities was $2.1 billion for 2024 .
The following table summarizes our cash flows for the periods indicated: Year Ended December 31, (In millions) 2023 2024 2025 Net cash provided by operating activities $ 1,673 $ 2,132 $ 2,431 Net cash used in investing activities (342) (444) (4,391) Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities (752) (204) 2,360 Foreign currency effect on cash and cash equivalents, and restricted cash and cash equivalents 5 (35) 60 Net increase in cash and cash equivalents, and restricted cash and cash equivalents $ 584 $ 1,449 $ 460 Operating Activities Cash provided by operating activities was $2.4 billion for 2025.
Further, we may in the future enter into arrangements to acquire or invest in businesses, products, services, and technologies. We may be required to seek additional equity or debt financing. In the event that additional financing is required from outside sources, we may not be able to raise it on terms acceptable to us or at all.
Further, we have in the past entered into, and may in the future enter into, arrangements to acquire or invest in businesses, products, services, and technologies. We may be required to seek additional equity or debt financing.
Cash used in investing activities was $342 million for 2023 , which primarily consisted of purchases of marketable securities of $1.9 billion, purchases of property and equipment of $123 million, cash outflows for capitalized software and website development costs of $201 million, and purchases of non-marketable equity securities of $17 million, partially offset by proceeds from the sales and maturities of marketable securities of $1.9 billion.
Investing Activities Cash used in investing activities was $4.4 billion for 2025, which primarily consisted of cash paid for acquisitions, net of cash acquired, of $4.2 billion , purchases of investments of $1.4 billion, purchases of property and equipment of $257 million, cash outflows for capitalized software and website development costs of $348 million, purchases of non-marketable investments of $47 million, and net cash paid upon settlement of deal-contingent forward of $24 million, partially offset by proceeds from the sales and maturities of investments of $1.8 billion.
Our Marketplaces also offer our consumer membership programs, DashPass and Wolt+, which aim to lower transactional friction by reducing the delivery and service fees we charge, while providing additional membership benefits. In addition to our Marketplaces, we offer our Commerce Platform, which is a suite of services that help merchants grow, run, and operate their businesses on their own channels.
Our Marketplaces also offer our consumer membership programs, DashPass, Wolt+, and Deliveroo Plus, which aim to lower transactional friction by reducing the delivery and service fees we charge, while providing additional membership benefits.
DoorDash Drive On-Demand and Wolt Drive (together, "Drive") are white-label delivery fulfillment services that generate the majority of revenue within our Commerce Platform. In addition to Drive, we also provide services that help merchants establish online ordering, build branded mobile apps, enable tableside order and pay, and improve customer support.
Within our Commerce Platform, we offer white-label delivery fulfillment services ("Drive") as well as services that help merchants establish online ordering, build branded mobile apps, manage reservations and in-store dining, manage consumer relationships, enable tableside order and pay, and improve customer support.
The increase was primarily driven by an increase of $163 million in personnel-related compensation expenses and allocated overhead.
The increase was primarily driven by an increase of $314 million in personnel-related compensation expenses, partially offset by an increase in capitalized software and website development costs of $137 million.
Accordingly, we believe these are the most critical to aid in fully understanding and evaluating our consolidated financial condition and results of operations. For further information, see Note 2 – "Summary of Significant Accounting Policies" included in Part II, Item 8, “Financial Statements and Supplementary Data,” of this Annual Report on Form 10-K.
For further information, see Note 2 – "Summary of Significant Accounting Policies" included in Part II, Item 8, “Financial Statements and Supplementary Data,” of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Revenue Recognition We recognize revenue in accordance with ASC 606 .
Financing Activities Cash used in financing activities was $204 million for 2024 , which consisted of repurchases of our Class A common stock of $224 million, partially offset by proceeds from the exercise of stock options of $14 million and other financing activities of $6 million.
Cash used in financing activities was $204 million for 2024 , which consisted of repurchases of our Class A common stock of $224 million, partially offset by proceeds from the exercise of stock options of $14 million and other financing activities of $6 million. 66 Table of Contents Critical Accounting Estimates Our consolidated financial statements and the related notes thereto included elsewhere in this Annual Report on Form 10-K are prepared in accordance with GAAP.
In 2024, revenue grew at a faster rate than Marketplace GOV primarily due to an increased contribution from advertising revenue.
In 2025, revenue grew at a faster rate than Marketplace GOV primarily due to improved logistics efficiency, increasing contribution from advertising revenue, and a reduction in credits and refunds as a percentage of Marketplace GOV.
We satisfy our performance obligations to a partner merchant when there is a successful sale of the merchant’s products and we meet our performance obligation to a consumer once the Dasher has picked up the products from the merchant for delivery to the consumer. 68 Table of Contents Insurance Reserves We utilize third-party insurance that includes retained insurance deductibles to insure costs, including auto liability related to both bodily injury and physical damage, and uninsured and underinsured motorists up to a certain dollar retention limit.
Insurance Reserves We utilize third-party insurance that includes retained insurance deductibles and retained quota shares to insure costs, including auto liability related to both bodily injury and physical damage, and uninsured and underinsured motorists up to a certain dollar retention limit.
Year Ended December 31, 2023 to 2024 (in millions, except percentages) 2022 2023 2024 $ Change % Change Other expense, net $ (305) $ (107) $ (5) $ 102 (95) % Other expense, net, decreased by $102 million, or 95%, in 2024, compared to 2023.
Year Ended December 31, 2024 to 2025 (in millions, except percentages) 2023 2024 2025 $ Change % Change Other income (expense), net $ (107) $ (5) $ 5 $ 10 (200) % Other income (expense), net was not material in 2025 and 2024.
We have historically funded our operations from cash from operations as well as the issuance of equity securities, including in our initial public offering in December 2020.
We have historically funded our operations from cash from operations as well as the issuance of equity securities, including in our initial public offering in December 2020. We have also completed debt financings, such as our recent issuance of $2.75 billion aggregate principal amount of 0% Convertible Senior Notes due 2030 (the “2030 Notes”) in May 2025.
The decrease was primarily driven by a decrease of $95 million in impairment for investments in non-marketable equity securities . 60 Table of Contents Provision for (benefit from) Income Taxes We are subject to income taxes in the U.S. and foreign jurisdictions in which we do business. Foreign jurisdictions have different statutory tax rates than those in the U.S.
Provision for Income Taxes We are subject to income taxes in the U.S. and foreign jurisdictions in which we do business. Foreign jurisdictions have different statutory tax rates than those in the U.S. Additionally, certain of our foreign earnings may also be taxable in the U.S.