Buying an E-commerce Business in the UK: What to Check

In short: E-commerce businesses are usually valued as a multiple of profit, but the numbers need verifying: check accounts, payment processor and marketplace reports, traffic sources (search, paid ads, marketplaces) and how dependent the business is on one platform or supplier. Search algorithm updates or ad cost rises can hit profits quickly. Check stock, supplier terms, returns and any intellectual property. Many online businesses need storage or fulfilment space as they grow; Fraser Bond can help find warehouses and units in London.