Marketplace Businesses for Sale in Montreal
Montreal is North America's AI capital and a powerhouse for gaming, creative industries, and tech startups. Bilingual business environment with competitive entry valuations.
Financing: BDC Quebec • Business registry: Corporations Canada
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Frequently asked questions — Marketplace acquisitions
How is a marketplace business valued?
Marketplaces are valued on GMV multiples (0.3–1.5× GMV) or revenue multiples (3–8×), with take rate and liquidity being the key quality signals.
What metrics matter most in a marketplace acquisition?
Take rate, GMV growth, supply/demand balance, repeat transaction rate, and NPS from both sides of the market.
What are the main risks in marketplace acquisitions?
Liquidity risk (loss of supply or demand side), regulatory exposure in certain verticals, and the challenge of maintaining both sides of the market post-acquisition.