Sell Your Business in Tennessee

Logistics, healthcare management, and automotive manufacturing anchor Tennessee's acquisition activity, with Memphis's FedEx superhub and Nashville's healthcare-industry cluster both drawing active buyers.

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Why Tennessee Businesses Are in Demand

Tennessee's largest employment sectors, based on BLS state employment data — a proxy for where buyer demand is deepest.

Sector	Employment
Trade, Transportation & Utilities	684,400
Education & Health Services	516,900
Government	457,200
Professional & Business Services	451,800
Leisure & Hospitality	371,200

Top Acquisition Opportunities in Tennessee

Logistics & distribution — trucking, warehousing, air-cargo-support businesses tied to FedEx's Memphis superhub — 3–5x EBITDA
Healthcare management & health-tech — hospital-management and health-tech businesses tied to Nashville's HCA Healthcare cluster — 6–9x EBITDA
Automotive manufacturing — component suppliers tied to Nissan's Smyrna plant and Volkswagen's Chattanooga plant — 4–6x EBITDA
Music & entertainment services — production, event, and hospitality businesses tied to Nashville's 'Music City' industry — 2–4x EBITDA
Home services & trades — HVAC, plumbing, construction serving Tennessee's fast-growing metro areas — 2–3x SDE

Who's Buying Businesses in Tennessee

Logistics consolidators are highly active around FedEx's Memphis superhub, while healthcare-management and health-tech buyers target businesses tied to Nashville's HCA Healthcare-anchored cluster. Automotive suppliers linked to Nissan and Volkswagen, along with entertainment and hospitality buyers active in Nashville's music industry, round out Tennessee's active buyer base.

Browse by Industry

See valuation ranges and business types for any industry in Tennessee.

Service Businesses 2–3x SDE Professional Services 1–2.5x revenue Healthcare Businesses 6–9x EBITDA Digital Health & Telemedicine 4–6x Revenue Technology & SaaS 6–8x ARR Construction & Contracting 2–3x SDE Manufacturing & Industrial 4–6x EBITDA E-commerce & Online Retail 2–4x EBITDA Logistics & Distribution 3–5x EBITDA Lifestyle & Personal Services Varies by type Hospitality & Food Service 1.5–3x SDE Green Energy & Sustainability Varies by type

Tennessee Business Sale FAQs

What's my business worth in Tennessee?

It depends on your industry and financials, but Tennessee's logistics and automotive-supply businesses typically run 3–5x EBITDA, healthcare and health-tech practices see 6–9x EBITDA, and hospitality or home-services businesses typically land in the 2–3x SDE range. Get a free valuation for an exact estimate based on your numbers.

How long does it take to sell a business in Tennessee?

Most sales close in 3–6 months from the start of the process, depending on the business, its financial readiness, and how quickly a qualified buyer is identified.

Will my sale stay confidential?

Yes. Buyer sourcing and negotiations are handled discreetly so your employees, customers, and competitors don’t learn your business is for sale until you’re ready to disclose it.

Who's buying businesses in Tennessee right now?

Logistics consolidators active around FedEx's Memphis superhub, and healthcare-management or health-tech buyers targeting businesses tied to Nashville's HCA Healthcare-anchored cluster.