As 2025 comes to a close, it’s been another incredible year in the world of business sales and acquisitions. Despite the uncertainty that came with the government shutdown earlier in the year—and the resulting delays with SBA lending—Transworld Business Advisors of Colorado sold more businesses in 2025 than any year before.
This remarkable achievement is a testament to the resilience of business owners across Colorado and the continued strength of the small business market.
A Remarkable Variety of Businesses Sold
One thing that continues to set Transworld apart is the wide variety of businesses we represent and successfully sell. This year alone, Patrick Bombardiere closed transactions ranging from a large trucking firm and a CPA practice to a luxury bridal boutique, a home staging business, a retail gift shop, a roofing company, and a large plumbing business.
Our niche? Quite simply, we don’t have one. The experience and process we bring to every transaction means that, as we like to say, we can sell anything. Let’s take a look at what buyer might be out there for your company.
Market Highlights of 2025
Strong Multiples for Quality Businesses
Businesses with solid financials, established teams, and consistent cash flow continued to command excellent multiples in 2025. Buyer demand remained very strong throughout the year, especially for companies in essential service industries, professional services, trades, and niche manufacturing.
More Owners Reaching the Crossroads
We saw a noticeable increase in the number of business owners reaching that critical “sell or continue” decision point. Many long-time owners found themselves ready to pass the torch rather than continue battling the growing challenges of today’s marketplace—rising labor costs, increased tariffs, employee management complexities, and the general pressures of growth and regulation.
For many, selling wasn’t about stepping away completely but about capturing the value they’ve built and transitioning on their own terms.
More Buyers Than Quality Businesses
One of the most striking trends of 2025 was the imbalance between buyer demand and available quality listings. There are simply more buyers looking for good businesses than there are owners ready to sell. This supply-and-demand dynamic has continued to push valuations higher and create competitive deal environments, especially for profitable, well-run companies.
Looking Ahead
The business-for-sale market remains robust heading into 2026. Buyers continue to have access to capital, private equity remains active in the small business space, and corporate professionals are increasingly looking to business ownership as their next career move.
If you’re a business owner wondering whether now might be the right time to explore your options—or just want to know what your business might be worth in today’s market—there’s no better time to have a confidential, no-obligation conversation.
Contact
Patrick Bombardiere
Transworld Business Advisors of Colorado
📞 303-929-9219
📧 patrick@tworld.com