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EBAY: Sell on eBay - one of the largest online marketplaces in the world

eBay Inc. is a leading American e-commerce marketplace that offers users the opportunity to sell products through auctions or buy-it-now. With an active user base of over 132 million buyers, eBay is a premier platform for businesses looking to market their products globally.

Founded: September 3, 1995

Turnover: 10.11 billion USD (2023) - source

Employees: 12,300 (2023) - source

Number of stores: 38 worldwide

Sector: E-commerce

Products or services:

  • Online auctions
  • Instant purchases
  • Platform for B2B and B2C sales
  • Advertising and affiliate programs

Active countries:

  • United States
  • United Kingdom
  • United Kingdom
  • United Kingdom France
  • Canada
  • Australia
  • Other European countries

Target groups:

  • Retailers
  • Private customers
  • Commercial sellers
  • Age: 18-65 years
  • Price segment: Low to high

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