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Before you invest in a business, it is important that you know that it is in an area where the industry is necessary. In short, you need to know that customers are available. You may wish to research the industry itself to determine what trends are occurring. Is this business able to withstand the ebbs and flows of the industry in its current state? More so, will it be able to meet future trends successfully? If not, the business may not have the ability to survive long term for you to make a profit. A stagnant industry can lead to business failure.