eBay is a multinational e-commerce company that facilitates online sales through auctions and direct "buy it now" listings. It was founded by Pierre Omidyar on September 3, 1995, and initially named AuctionWeb. The company rebranded as eBay in September 1997. In 2023, eBay's transactions totaled $73 billion, with 48% originating from the United States. Individuals, businesses, and governments utilize eBay to buy and sell a wide array of items. The platform supports a reputation system where buyers and sellers can rate and review each other. eBay operates in over 190 markets worldwide and has roughly 11,500 employees.
Jamie Iannone is the current President and CEO. Recent news includes eBay's introduction of its inaugural Climate Transition Plan to promote sustainable commerce and eBay teaming up with Pete Davidson to build the ultimate family ride. eBay holds a 3.5% market share of the U.S. retail e-commerce market, ranking it fourth behind Amazon, Walmart, and Apple. As of Q1 2025, eBay had 134 million active buyers worldwide and 2.3 billion active listings. Popular categories on eBay include electronics, fashion, collectibles, and home & garden.