Cook County, IL
$250,000

Cook County, IL
$250,000

Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $3,653,815

Santa Barbara County, CA
$470,000

California
$660,000
Cameron County, TX
$60,000
Franklin County, MO
$215,000
Gatineau, QC
$2,000,000
Latham, NY
$180,000
Chester County, PA
$309,000
Sanford, NC
$189,000
Essex County, NJ
$750,000
Queens County, NY
$400,000
Melville, NY
$4,500,000
$30,000
Providence, RI
Oyster Bay, NY
$259,000
Kissimmee, FL
$450,000
Truforte Business Group
Truforte Business Group
Serving Lee County, FL
"Truforte is Your Bridge to Success" - Business, Sales, Mergers & Acquistions
Scott County, IA
$2,000,000
Colorado
$10,000,000
La Puente, CA
$615,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Scottsdale, AZ
$5,500,000
San Joaquin County, CA
$90,000
Des Moines, IA
$1,600,000
Hacienda Heights, CA
$160,000
Nassau County, NY
$245,000
$30,000
Philadelphia, PA
Erie, PA
$495,000
Alameda County, CA
$1,249,000
Texarkana, AR
$50,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Horry County, SC
$999,999
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
St. Johns County, FL
$1,700,000
Opelika, AL
$50,000
Hudson, NY
$350,000
Waycross, GA
$50,000
Hartford County, CT
$529,000
Henrico County, VA
$499,000
$30,000
Cambridge, MA
Sussex County, NJ
$60,000
Suffolk County, NY
$750,000
Tampa, FL
$30,000,000
South Carolina
$500,000
Meriden, CT
$750,000
St. George, UT
$75,000
Greensburg, PA
$175,000
Poway, CA
$65,000
Michael Rubin Jr.
Gratia Equity Partners
Serving Collin County, TX
Gratia Equity Partners is a boutique investment banking, private equity, and M&A advisory firm based in Frisco, TX. Our four verticals of interest are lower-middle market operating businesses, private aviation, oil and gas, and real estate development. We take great care to align ourselves strategically with family offices nationally, towards the objective of using capital to achieve vision. With unique experience in corporate finance and an extensive network of capital providers nationwide, we offer access to exclusive investment opportunities and premium consulting services. We excel in navigating complex transactions, delivering value, and fostering growth for our clients.
Miami, FL
$899,900
Tucson, AZ
$1,750,000
$7,500,000
San Diego, CA
Sandy, UT
$1,800,000
Chicago Lawn, IL
$499,000
Phoenix, AZ
$500,000
Brooklyn, NY
$479,000
Nassau County, NY
$330,000
Seattle, WA
$636,000
Suffolk County, NY
$235,000
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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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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