eBay reaches five times as many international markets

Polish small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are achieving significant success in international markets thanks to the eBay platform, as highlighted in the latest report "Export of small Polish companies." The report indicates that 100% of Polish small companies using eBay are exporters who reach an average of 26 international markets. That is five times more than traditional Polish exporters, who serve an average of only 5 markets.

Key Findings from the Report

Access to Markets Polish SMEs on eBay have access to 207 international markets, which allows them to diversify their operations and reduce economic risk. Such a broad presence in global markets is comparable to large international corporations. Easier Selling eBay offers a range of facilitations for SMEs, such as automatic VAT calculation on cross-border sales and simplified sales in the EU thanks to a single point of registration. These solutions reduce bureaucracy and administrative burdens, which is particularly beneficial for small companies. Technological Support The platform provides integrated payment processing and automatic invoice generation, which allows companies to focus on developing their business instead of complex administrative processes

Growth and Potential of Polish SMEs

Lorna Dunne, Head of International Sales for EU Sellers at eBay, noted that the success of Polish SMEs on the platform is proof of their entrepreneurship and the strength of e-commerce. In 2022, as many as 46% of Polish sellers achieved "Global Seller" status, selling on four or more continents

Key Export Categories

The report identifies the main categories of products exported by Polish SMEs on eBay:
  • Car parts
  • Home and garden
  • Business
  • Office and industrial
  • Interior furnishings
  • Clothing, footwear and accessories
These categories illustrate the diversity of Polish production and the innovative potential of the SME sector

eBay is becoming a key partner for Polish SMEs, giving them easier access to global markets and supporting their growth. By using the platform, small companies can not only increase their revenues but also contribute to the growth of Poland's economy as a whole. The full report can be downloaded here

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Company information

eBay is a global e-commerce platform that enables small and medium-sized enterprises to access international markets. The company supports the export of Polish companies through simplified sales procedures and the integration of financial and administrative services.

Website: eBay