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Top obstacles for cross-border e-commerce in Europe 2023
Concern about fraud is the leading reason for European shoppers not to buy something online from a different country. 45 percent of survey respondents from ten European countries named fear of fraud as a reason for them not to engage in cross-border e-commerce. Other widespread obstacles include a longer delivery time, customs charges, and a preference for supporting local businesses.