The rate increase is part of parent company Meituan’s broader profitability push.
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Briefing: Mobike, Hellobike are charging extra in Shanghai suburbs
Mobike has started to charge Shanghai users an extra RMB 20 (around $3) if they park a bike outside the company’s ‘area of operation.’
Mobike, Hellobike, Didi allowed to bring new bikes in Guangzhou
Beijing and Shanghai have given no indication of whether the bans will be lifted.
Briefing: Ant Financial’s Hellobike follows Mobike, Bluegogo in doubling Beijing rate
Hellobike’s new prices are more expensive than taking the bus in Beijing, which may be a blow to its business model.
Mobike removed from WeChat Pay, increasing barriers for users
Mobike was added to WeChat Pay’s interface as a third-party service.
Mobike to weigh on profitability at Meituan until 2021: Report
Company’s best short-term strategy is to direct users to its profitable services such as travel.
Mobike and Bluegogo double rates in Beijing in bid to stay afloat
Other bike-rental companies are considering raising prices, as warmer weather brings a likely rebound in trip numbers.
Mobike to rebrand as Meituan Bike, fully integrate into Meituan’s app
The Chinese bike-rental firm will also become a distinct business group within the lifestyle services company.
Super app Meituan promises prudence after Mobike bill hits home
Rising costs for Meituan’s core food delivery business drove fourth quarter losses.
Guangzhou invites bike-rental firms to bid for quotas after 19-month ban
Chinese bike-rental firms, Mobike and Hello Transtech, expressed their willingness to enter the bidding.