Tempe, AZ
$100,000

Tempe, AZ
$100,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Minnesota
$650,000

Montgomery County, TX
$300,000

California
$89,000
Wayne County, MI
$84,900
Texas
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $477,000
Ventura County, CA
$250,000
Arizona
$345,000
Collier County, FL
$950,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Queen Annes County, MD
$3,000,000
Tarrant County, TX
$99,000
Indianapolis, IN
$410,000
Great Neck, NY
$150,000
Glendale, AZ
$235,000
Prince William County, VA
$1,500,000
Crystal River, FL
$25,000
Scott Curtis
First Choice Business Brokers Charlotte
Serving Mecklenburg County, NC
First Choice Business Brokers is one of the largest business sales organizations in the U.S., listing over $10 Billion in businesses for sale since our founding in 1994. We assist business owners by locating and matching them with the right buyer. Additionally, we also work with business buyers to find the right business that meets their purchase criteria. With many offices located throughout the U.S., we have sold thousands of businesses, of all types, confidentially and efficiently through our vast buyer networks.
North Carolina
$490,000
Delaware County, NY
$450,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
New Berlin, WI
$1,199,000
Stevenson Ranch, CA
$220,000
Surfside, SC
$109,000
St Lucie County, FL
$295,000
La Quinta, CA
$300,000
Philadelphia, PA
$145,000
Tennessee
$300,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Leeds, AL
$3,600,000
Indianapolis, IN
$110,000
Texas
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $57,000
Martin County, FL
$120,000
Kings County, NY
$745,000
Philadelphia, PA
$500,000
Indiana
$330,000
Philadelphia, PA
$170,000
Raleigh, NC
$400,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Newport News, VA
$149,500
Los Angeles, CA
$200,000
Tempe, AZ
$200,000
Queens, NY
$399,000
Harrison County, MS
$140,000
Westchester County, NY
$299,999
Groveland, FL
$375,000
San Angelo, TX
$350,000
Chicago Heights, IL
$1,215,000
Trumbull County, OH
$180,000
Joan Loch
Resource Business Brokerage
Serving New Hanover County, NC
Resource Business Brokerage was formed by Joan to fill a gap in the regional area of Wilmington to provide personalized service, education and consults to the small to medium business community. Buying or Selling can be a daunting undertaking that we know first hand about and in turn built our services around navigating the process for all parties involved. For business buyers we can help with lease negotiations, lending option and area information if relocation is in the picture. For business sellers we can help with property that is being sold along with the business, creating comps and market reports along with the business valuation needed to price the sale. We are professional and have "resources" and knowledge to get any project to the closing table.
Chuluota, FL
$50,000
Holtsville
$599,000
Durham, NC
$53,000
Arlington, TX
$53,000
Corpus Christi, TX
$53,000
Brooklyn, NY
$699,999
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
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
4,722 |
|
Median Asking Price |
$300,000 |
|
Median Reported Revenue |
$600,000 |
|
Median Reported Earnings |
$133,000 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Retail Business Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
|
Lower Quartile |
0.37 |
1.79 |
|
Median |
0.56 |
2.53 |
|
Upper Quartile |
0.85 |
3.50 |
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Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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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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