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Buying a eCommerce / Online Retail: What Buyers Need to Know
Benchmarks, valuation norms, and a free BAS calculator for eCommerce / Online Retail acquisitions.
eCommerce / Online Retail — Industry Benchmarks
EBITDA Margin (Low)10%
EBITDA Margin (High)20%
Acquisition Multiple (Low)3x
Acquisition Multiple (High)5x
Minimum DSCR1.4x
Industry Risk Score6/10 — Moderate Risk
What makes a good eCommerce / Online Retail acquisition? Look for margins at or above 20%, a purchase multiple below 5x, and a DSCR comfortably above 1.4x. A risk score of 6/10 (moderate risk) means this sector has moderate cyclicality — scrutinise earnings history carefully.
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