Online grocers need to spend right, build right to survive in competitive Indonesian market, say investors

Online grocers need to spend right, build right to survive in competitive Indonesian market, say investors

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Online grocery startups burning excessive cash are having a tough time navigating the competitive landscape in Indonesia’s booming fresh e-commerce market, according to investors. Moreover, existing players are struggling to retain market share at a time rising inflation threatens to reduce the purchasing power of many households, they said.