StubHub, Inc.

Based in the US, StubHub, Inc. operates as a leading online ticket marketplace that facilitates the buying and selling of tickets for live events, including sports, concerts, and theater performances. StubHub, Inc. is an online platform dedicated to ticket sales for live entertainment.

Founded in 2000 in San Francisco, US, the company has undergone various business strategies to enhance its market reach. StubHub was acquired by viagogo Entertainment Inc. , and has raised a total of USD 10. 00 mn across multiple funding rounds, with the most recent funding being an Add-on round amounting to USD 4,050.

00 mn as of 2025-09-16. StubHub's primary offering is a comprehensive platform for buying and selling tickets to live events, including sports games, concerts, theater performances, and festivals. The platform facilitates transactions between individual sellers and buyers, allowing users to purchase tickets to their favorite events directly from verified third-party sellers. Customers include sports fans, concertgoers, and theater enthusiasts, who utilize StubHub to find tickets to events across various genres and locations.

The service operates in multiple geographical markets, including North America, Europe, and parts of Asia, catering to a diverse audience that seeks to access a wide range of live entertainment options. StubHub enhances the user experience by integrating features such as personalized event recommendations based on individual music preferences through a connection to Spotify, thereby solving the problem of discovering relevant events. In the most recent fiscal year, 2024, StubHub reported a revenue of USD 1,770. 65 mn.

The company generates revenue primarily through transaction fees incurred during the ticket buying and selling process, charging a service fee to buyers and a commission to sellers. This business model allows StubHub to maintain a profit margin while enabling direct interaction between consumers and sellers. Additionally, the company benefits from partnerships and affiliate programs that broaden its customer base, ensuring a wide array of events is available for ticket purchase. Flagship services include their user-friendly mobile app, which streamlines the ticket purchasing process and enhances customer engagement with live events.

StubHub, Inc. plans to leverage recent funding to enhance its platform and expand its market presence. The company raised USD 800. 00 mn in an IPO on September 16, 2025, selling 34.

04 million shares at USD 23. 50 per share on the NYSE under the ticker "STUB". This funding will be utilized to design and launch new products, including enhanced features for personalized user experiences. StubHub is also targeting expansion into new geographic markets, which will be detailed in their growth strategy as they continue to adapt to the evolving ticketing landscape.