eBay
eBay is a global commerce leader that operates a third-party marketplace connecting millions of buyers and sellers across more than 190 markets. The company provides a platform for discovering unique inventory and value, leveraging advanced technology and AI to facilitate transactions for enthusiasts and entrepreneurs. Its core value proposition centers on creating economic opportunity through a trusted, circular economy ecosystem.
Financials
Based on Q1 2026 filing
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Marketplace
primaryThe core platform connecting buyers and sellers for the exchange of goods, generating revenue through transaction-based fees and commissions.
ebay.com, eBay Mobile App, eBay Refurbished, Authenticity Guarantee, eBay Money Back Guarantee, Secure Purchase
Individual consumers, Enthusiast buyers, Individual entrepreneurs, Small businesses, Global retailers
Advertising
majorMarketing solutions that allow sellers to increase the visibility of their inventory on the platform through promoted listings and data-driven tools.
Promoted Listings, Seller Dashboards
Marketplace sellers, Brand owners
Financial Services & Payments
moderateIntegrated payment processing and capital solutions designed to reduce transactional friction and provide liquidity to sellers.
Seller Capital, eBay Managed Payments
Marketplace sellers, Small business owners
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Competitive Position
A leading global third-party marketplace with a significant focus on high-value enthusiast categories and the circular economy.
Geographies
United States, United Kingdom, European Union, China, Global
Customer Segments
B2C, C2C, SME, Collectors
Upstream Dependencies
Cloud infrastructure providers, Logistics and shipping carriers, Payment networks, AI and technology vendors
Downstream Customers
Retail consumers, Collectors, Automotive enthusiasts, Small business entrepreneurs
Competitors & Partners
Competitors
Partners
PSA
Partnership for one-click card grading and resale for trading cards
GLIDE Foundation
Charity partner
Make-A-Wish
Charity partner
The V Foundation for Cancer Research
Charity partner
GLAAD
Charity partner
Homes for Our Troops
Charity partner
PayPal Holdings, Inc.
PYPL
Former parent/subsidiary with ongoing distribution-related claims and liabilities
Alphabet Inc.
GOOGL
Search engine and advertising competitor/partner
eBay FAQ
Common questions about eBay
eBay is a global commerce leader that operates a third-party marketplace connecting millions of buyers and sellers across more than 190 markets. The company provides a platform for discovering unique inventory and value, leveraging advanced technology and AI to facilitate transactions for enthusiasts and entrepreneurs. Its core value proposition centers on creating economic opportunity through a trusted, circular economy ecosystem.
eBay (EBAY) has a market capitalization of $49.0B and trades on NASDAQ.
eBay generated $11.6B in trailing twelve-month revenue with net income of $2.0B, representing a net margin of 17.6%. Gross margin stands at 72.0%, with free cash flow of $1.7B. These figures are based on the Q1 2026 filing.
eBay's key competitors include Shopify, Amazon, Mercado Libre, Inc, and others. These companies compete in similar markets and product categories.
eBay has approximately 12,300 employees.