Marketplace Businesses for Sale in Vancouver
Vancouver is Canada's Pacific tech hub with a thriving SaaS, e-commerce, and hospitality economy. Gateway to Asia-Pacific markets with a highly international business culture.
Financing: BDC British Columbia • Business registry: Corporations Canada
Marketplace Businesses for Sale in 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.