How many drivers are employed by GoTo, one of the companies involved in the potential merger?

GoTo alone has 3.1 million drivers for cars, motorbikes, and deliveries, reflecting the importance of the gig economy in Indonesia.

Why is the Indonesian government involved in the Grab and GoTo merger discussions?

The government is involved because these service companies create a significant number of jobs, and the government wants to ensure the welfare of the millions of driver-partners who are "moving the economy."

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Grab and GoTo Negotiate "Golden Share" with Indonesia's Sovereign Wealth Fund for Potential $29B Merger

Q: What is the "golden share" that Grab and GoTo are offering Indonesia's sovereign wealth fund Danantara?

The "golden share" would give Danantara a minority stake in the merged entity with special rights over the Indonesian operations, allowing the government to have a say in issues like driver pay.

12 Nov

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Summary

Grab and GoTo in talks to offer Indonesia's sovereign wealth fund a "golden share" for merger approval
Merged entity would control 90% of Indonesia's ride-hailing and food delivery market
Drivers are an integral part of Indonesia's economy, with 3.1M employed by GoTo alone

Grab and GoTo Negotiate "Golden Share" with Indonesia's Sovereign Wealth Fund for Potential $29B Merger

As of November 12th, 2025, ride-hailing companies Grab and GoTo are in discussions to offer Indonesia's sovereign wealth fund Danantara a "golden share" in their potential $29 billion merger. The talks include a proposal to give Danantara, which was launched this year and represents government interests, a minority stake in the combined entity with special rights over the Indonesian operations.

These special rights would grant Danantara a say over issues such as driver pay, reflecting the political sensitivities surrounding the gig economy in Indonesia. The merged company would control 90% of the country's ride-hailing and food delivery market, creating an undisputed leader in Southeast Asia's largest economy.