Stratford, ON
$250,000

Stratford, ON
$250,000

Grand Junction, CO
$550,000
Charleston County, SC
$170,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Benton, LA
$2,980,000
Boulder, CO
$750,000
Cook County, IL
$799,000
Lincoln County, WV
$799,000
Shawnee County, KS
$1,800,000
Cook County, IL
$1,599,000
Cook County, IL
$699,000
Cook County, IL
$600,000
Cook County, IL
$350,000
White County, IN
$150,000
Winnebago County, IL
$399,000
Iroquois County, IL
$2,499,000
Cook County, IL
$5,950,000
Gary Hallett
Gateway Business Brokers
Serving Duval County, FL
At Gateway Business Advisors we provide brokerage services for buyers and sellers, assisting our customers each step of the way. We navigate the twists, turns and unexpected occurrences found in each transaction so that you don’t have to. Our experienced business professionals are here to serve you, to be your guide through what is often an emotional process. We’ve owned, operated, bought and sold businesses ranging from $50,000 to several million dollars and we put ourselves in your shoes. It’s why we started the company - to help business people get deals done. To assist in one manner or another, every business owner that comes our way. Advice. We’ve got that, and we’ll be honest with you in giving it. We offer leading edge valuation tools to value your business, we provide free assessments for your business through an exclusive partnership with The Sellability ScoreTM and our businesses are featured on the top business for sale sites in the country. For us, it’s more than a commission (that’s important too). It’s a business transaction and we’re your partner in getting the deal done, helping to secure another piece of your financial picture and your future with it. We hope you’ll like your experience with Gateway Business Advisors and spread the word – small business depends on all of us to make it happen!
Orange, CA
$80,999
Maryland
$4,700,000
Cook County, IL
$2,200,000
Peoria County, IL
$1,150,000
Fresno, CA
$859,000
Suffolk County, NY
$105,000
Harris County, TX
$85,000
Lake County, IN
$2,299,000
Michigan
$2,500,000
Virginia
$4,600,000
Morris County, NJ
$150,000
Nassau County, NY
$149,000
Ontario, ON
$250,000
Rockford, IL
$499,000
Peoria, IL
$95,000
Harker Heights, TX
$175,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
$4,300,000
Lincoln, NE
$850,000
Onondaga County, NY
$40,000
Elmore County, AL
$575,000
Los Angeles, CA
$320,000
Oktibbeha County, MS
$435,000
Waxhaw, NC
$259,000
Iowa
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $300,000
Dallas, TX
$180,000
South Fulton, GA
$550,000
Burlington, WI
$300,000
Houston County, AL
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $343,000
Anne Caruso
The Loyalty Business Brokers
Serving Burlington County, NJ
Loveland, CO
$280,000
Tampa, FL
$210,000
Polk County, IA
$285,000
Hamilton County, OH
$110,000
North Fort Myers, FL
$115,000
Baldwin County, AL
$185,000
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
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
4,722 |
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Median Asking Price |
$300,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$600,000 |
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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) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.37 |
1.79 |
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Median |
0.56 |
2.53 |
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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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