Franklin, TN
$120,000
Franklin, TN
$120,000
Clay County, MO
$199,000
Watersound, FL
$2,600,000
Washington County, MD
$225,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Dallas County, TX
$2,200,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Lumberton, NC
$2,599,000
Dallas, TX
$149,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Lumberton, NC
$2,399,000
Fairfield County, OH
$750,000
San Francisco County, CA
$888,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Benton County, WA
$1,995,000
Rockland County, NY
$100,000
California
$250,000
$225,000
Malone, NY
Belleville, MI
$435,000
Kennesaw, GA
$275,000
John Anthony
Transworld Business Advisors
Serving Shelby County, AL
Transworld Business Advisors has 40 years of business brokerage experience with over 300+ offices world wide with over 850+ brokers represented in 19 countries. We are in the business of helping buyers and sellers connect, conduct franchise consulting, and franchise development. We represent acquisition-minded corporations or individuals interested in owning their own company or franchise. From business brokerage to mergers and acquisitions, Transworld Business Advisors are business sale specialists that represent numerous listings across multiple industries. In our database we have over 400,000+ buyers who have inquired about buying a business that Transworld has listed. At the moment, we have more qualified buyers than we do sellers, which is why I am confident that we can find a qualified buyer for your business.
Saint Louis, MO
$59,000
Ellisville, MO
$69,500
Mckinney, TX
$190,000
Essex County, NJ
$100,000
Not Disclosed
Bonita Springs, FL
$450,000
Brooklyn, NY
$2,250,000
British Columbia
$8,488,000
$2,900,000
Killington, VT
Middlesex County, MA
$199,000
Danielsville, GA
$1,200,000
District of Columbia, DC
$122,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Sidney, IA
$275,000
Walton County, FL
$2,200,000
Cook County, IL
$700,000
$500,000
Valdosta, GA
$189,000
Cook County, IL
$75,000
Surfside, SC
$50,000
$3,250,000
Bandera, TX
Fairfield County, CT
$5,200,000
Calais, ME
$351,000
Highland Park, MI
$349,000
Stamford, CT
$145,000
North Hollywood, CA
$160,000
Wylie, TX
$700,000
Minnesota
$795,000
California
$110,000
Enrique Johnson
LoKation Real Estate
Serving Broward County, FL
We specialized as Business Consultants helping investors domestically and overseas. Approaching different business strategies that allow the investor maximize profitability with a strong and aggressive negotiation process. With the many years of experience, we will guide you through the whole process and we specialized in a variety of business industries like Wholesale Distribution, Manufacturing, Retail, Construction,, Technology, Health Care, E-Commerce, Service, Transportation, Food & Beverage, etc.
Labelle, FL
$200,000
Pawtucket, RI
$25,000
$895,000
Green Bay, WI
Cutler Bay, FL
$80,000
Lancaster County, PA
$225,000
Columbus, GA
$1,410,000
Illinois
$850,000
Sandy Springs, GA
$85,000
Snohomish County, WA
$200,000
Utah
$250,000
Retail businesses are crucial to the local economy, offering a wide variety of goods, including bike shops, flower shops, convenience stores, liquor stores, and clothing stores, among others. They are an excellent opportunity for small, local business owners to establish profitable enterprises while contributing to the economic health of their communities. With the ability to serve as both profitable ventures and community cornerstones, retail businesses remain a vital component of local commerce.
If you are looking to buy or sell a retail business, it helps to have some context on the market, and to understand how they are valued. Below, we have aggregated financial data from current and recent listings to provide some benchmarks on valuation and financial performance of retail businesses. All data is based on broker and business owner provided financial information.
Market Overview
Number of Businesses Analyzed |
4,722 |
Median Asking Price |
$300,000 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$600,000 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$133,000 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
Retail Business Valuation Multiples
Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
Lower Quartile |
0.37 |
1.79 |
Median |
0.56 |
2.53 |
Upper Quartile |
0.85 |
3.50 |
Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
Read the Report:
Retail Business Industry Valuation Report
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FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a retail business?
The median asking price for a retail business is approximately $300,000. However, this can vary significantly depending on the size, location, and financial performance of the store or shop.
How much do local retail business owners earn?
On average, store owners report median annual sales of $600,000 and annual owner earnings of $133,000. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value a retail business?
Valuing a retail business involves considering several factors, including annual revenue, profit margins, location, real estate, and market conditions. Brokers, business owners, and business buyers will typically rely on valuation multiples to gauge business value relative to similar businesses in the market. Retail revenue multiples typically range from 0.37 to 0.85, with the median at 0.56. Earnings multiples range from 1.79 to 3.50, with the median at 2.53. These values suggest a typical local retail business will sell for around 0.56 times its annual revenue, and 2.53 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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