Trader - Ownership and Business Overview

Internet Software And ServicesCompany

Trader Ownership

Who owns Trader?

Trader is owned by AutoScout24. It was acquired on August 16, 2024.

Was Trader formerly PE-backed?

Yes. Trader was formerly owned by 2 private investors.

Trader Business Overview

Where is Trader headquartered?

Trader is headquartered in Etobicoke, Ontario.

What sector is Trader in?

Trader is an internet software and services company.

When was Trader founded?

Trader was founded in 1975.

Internet Software And Services M&A Summary in 2024

Out of 60 sectors in the Mergr database, internet software and services ranked 3 in number of deals in 2024. The largest internet software and services acquisition in 2024 was Squarespace - which was acquired by Permira for $6.9B.

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Trader

Trader Corp.

405 The West Mall,
Etobicoke, Ontario M9C 5J1
Canada,
(416) 784-5200
www.tradercorporation.com

Trader is a digital automotive marketplace and software solutions provider. The company's marketing software solutions enable dealers to manage their websites, digital marketing campaigns, and inventory. Its online marketplaces and destinations include autotrader.ca, autohebdo.net, and Autos.ca. Trader was founded in 1975 and is based in Etobicoke, Ontario.


Company Summary

SECTOR

Internet Software and Services

Established

1975

Former Name

Société Trader Corp.

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