Companies charge convenience fees to improve their unit economics. Unit economics refers to the price at which each good or service is sold and the total profitability earned from it.
Reports indicated that the markdown is typically related to the macro and micro economic conditions, and it would not reflect permanently on the status of the companies in question.
Given Prosus' significant shareholding in Swiggy, it is reportedly expected to be classified as a promoter, which will subject it to various restrictions on the timing and manner of selling its shares ...
Prosus, Swiggy's largest investor with a 33 percent stake, was also reportedly involved in the negotiations and was interested in selling part of its share.
Prosus stated that Swiggy's unit economics in quick commerce showed improvement due to increased basket sizes, a larger user base, and enhanced operational efficiency.