How It Works
Alpine Business Exchange makes buying and selling Swiss businesses simple, secure, and intelligent. Here's how the process works for buyers and sellers.
For Buyers: Find & Acquire a Swiss Business
1. Discover Opportunities
Browse 340+ verified Swiss business listings across every industry and canton. Use filters for revenue, EBITDA, location, and industry to find businesses that match your buy box. Every listing includes AI-generated deal scores so you can prioritize the best opportunities.
2. Get AI-Powered Valuations
Run instant valuations on any listing using DCF analysis, EBITDA multiples, and comparable Swiss transactions. Our AI engine uses real Swiss market data — cantonal tax rates, industry growth rates, and risk premiums — to produce institutional-grade reports.
3. Sign the NDA & Access Details
Interested in a business? Sign our Confidentiality Agreement digitally. Once signed, you gain access to confidential financials, customer data, and seller contact information — all protected under Swiss law.
4. Manage Your Pipeline
Track every deal from discovery to closing with our M&A-focused Kanban board. Move opportunities through stages — Screening, First Contact, Due Diligence, LOI, and Closing — with full notes and document management at every step.
5. Close the Deal
Work directly with sellers to negotiate terms and close. Alpine Business Exchange provides the platform and intelligence — you maintain full control of the transaction. Need advisory support? Contact our team for referrals to trusted Swiss M&A advisors.
For Sellers: List & Sell Your Swiss Business
1. List Your Business for Free
Create a confidential listing in minutes. Provide key details — industry, revenue, location, asking price — and our AI generates an optimized listing that attracts qualified buyers while protecting sensitive information.
2. Get a Free AI Valuation
Understand what your business is worth before going to market. Our valuation engine analyzes your financials against Swiss market benchmarks, comparable transactions, and industry multiples to provide a data-driven price range.
3. Control Who Sees Your Data
Your confidential details are only shared with buyers who have signed our legally binding Confidentiality Agreement. You decide which inquiries to respond to and which buyers to engage with. Full control, full confidentiality.
4. Connect with Qualified Buyers
Receive inquiries from verified, serious acquirers. Our platform attracts entrepreneurs, investors, and corporate buyers actively looking to acquire Swiss businesses. No tire-kickers — only committed buyers who have signed NDAs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to use Alpine Business Exchange?
Creating an account and browsing listings is free. Sellers can list their business at no cost. Premium features like advanced AI valuations and pipeline management are available with a subscription.
Is my business information kept confidential?
Absolutely. Sensitive business details are only shared with buyers who have signed our Confidentiality Agreement (NDA). All data is hosted in Switzerland with enterprise-grade encryption.
What types of businesses are listed?
We cover all industries — gastronomy, IT & software, healthcare, construction, manufacturing, retail, professional services, transport, real estate, education, and more. Businesses range from small owner-operated companies to mid-market enterprises across all 26 Swiss cantons.
How does the AI valuation work?
Our valuation engine uses three methods: Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis, EBITDA multiple comparisons, and comparable Swiss transaction data. It factors in cantonal tax rates, industry growth rates, risk premiums, and Swiss-specific market conditions to produce an accurate valuation range.
Do you provide M&A advisory services?
Alpine Business Exchange is a technology platform, not an advisory firm. However, we can refer you to trusted Swiss M&A advisors, lawyers, and tax consultants through our partner network. Contact us for referrals.
How long does it take to buy or sell a business?
Timelines vary depending on deal complexity. A typical Swiss SME acquisition takes 3-9 months from first contact to closing. Our platform accelerates the discovery and evaluation phases, so you can focus on due diligence and negotiation.