StubHub

Online ticket exchange and resale platform

San Francisco, California, United States

About StubHub

StubHub operates as an online platform for buying and selling tickets for live events such as concerts, sports games, and theater performances. Users can list their tickets for sale, while buyers can purchase them, often at prices determined by the sellers. The company generates revenue by charging service fees on each transaction, which applies to both buyers and sellers. StubHub distinguishes itself from competitors by offering a user-friendly interface, customer support, and a community forum for users to share experiences and seek assistance. The goal of StubHub is to provide a reliable and convenient marketplace for fans to access live events.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2000Year Founded
$21.1MTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
EntertainmentIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Stock incentives
Unlimited PTO
401k
Health, vision, & dental
Free weekly lunches

Risks

StubHub faces legal challenges over deceptive pricing practices in California and Washington, D.C.
Consumer backlash against 'drip pricing' could lead to regulatory changes affecting pricing strategy.
Increased competition from Vivid Seats may enhance its market position, challenging StubHub.

Differentiation

StubHub offers a user-friendly platform for buying and selling event tickets.
The company provides robust customer support and a community forum for user assistance.
StubHub charges service fees to both buyers and sellers, ensuring revenue from both sides.

Upsides

Increased demand for live events among millennials and Gen Z boosts StubHub's market potential.
StubHub's international market is expanding, with a 41% rise in NFL ticket purchases abroad.
The 38% increase in NFL ticket sales indicates growing interest in sports events.

Funding

Total raised$21.11 M
Latest valuation$4.10 B
StageACQUISITION
ACQUISITION
10/31/2019
$4.0 K
$4.10 B
EARLY VC
11/30/2012
$1
$5.00 M
SERIES E
12/31/2005
$12
$62.50 M
SERIES D
2/29/2004
$4
$20.00 M
SERIES A
5/31/2001
$2
$10.50 M