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Marketplace Businesses for Sale in New York

New York City is the world's leading financial centre and one of the most liquid business acquisition markets globally. Exceptional deal flow across all sectors.

Financing: SBA • Business registry: Secretary of State

Marketplace Businesses for Sale in United States

Marketplace in other United States

Other sectors in New York

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.