News and Insights

Discover valuable insights and expert advice in our News & Insights blog. From industry updates to practical tips, our team shares knowledge across a wide range of topics to help guide and support your business’s success.

Industry Advice on Finance, Business & Tax for the New Zealand Market

Discover valuable insights and best-in-class advice in our News and Insights blog. From industry updates to practical tips, our team shares knowledge across a wide range of topics to help guide and support your business’s success.

Financial Health Check for your Business

A financial health check is like a Warrant of Fitness for your business. Learn how to assess key financial indicators, manage risks, and unlock strategic opportunities to support growth and long-term success.

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Business Valuations: Why the Right Advice Matters

Getting the right professional advice can make or break a business valuation. In this final article of our series, we explore the experts to engage, when to involve them, and how they add value.

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Business Valuations: Know Your Market

Understanding your industry landscape is vital to an accurate business valuation. We help look beyond the business walls and explore the role of Market Conditions—how industry trends, competitive dynamics, and broader economic factors can shape the value of your business.

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A Guide to Government Grants for New Zealand Businesses

Government grants can be a powerful tool for New Zealand SMEs looking to innovate and grow. This guide outlines key funding opportunities and how Andersen can support your application for maximum success.

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Operational Readiness: Strengthening the Engine Room

Operational readiness is a key driver of business value. This article explores how strong systems, reduced dependencies, and documented processes can significantly enhance a company’s appeal during valuation.

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The Importance of Statutory Recordkeeping

Maintaining accurate statutory records is a legal requirement for New Zealand companies under the Companies Act 1993. This article outlines key obligations, risks of non-compliance, and the importance of sound recordkeeping practices.

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Are You Sitting on Untapped Efficiency?

Is your growing business bogged down by time-consuming bookkeeping? Discover how a smarter, scalable solution can reduce admin pressure, cut costs, and free your team to focus on growth.

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Andersen New Zealand rating Budget 2025

Tough is the job of the government that must balance politics with reality. We think this budget has somewhat put politics aside, and allowed reality to set in. New Zealand has been struggling with rising debt, high inflation and a sombre business climate for some years now. Rightly, the focus of this budget has been GROWTH.

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What Valuers Look for in Your Numbers

Strong financials are the foundation of any credible business valuation. This article outlines what valuers look for in your numbers—and how to prepare clear, consistent, and reliable financials.

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The Importance of Cybersecurity in Small Businesses

In an increasingly digital world, small businesses in New Zealand face growing cyber threats that can compromise financial and critical data. This article explores why cybersecurity is essential and how to mitigate these risks.

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Taxing the Digital Frontier

Explore how New Zealand taxes cryptoassets, Inland Revenue's stance, upcoming global reporting changes, and what advisers must know to ensure clients remain compliant.

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How to Prepare for a Business Valuation

Planning to sell or raise capital? In a fortnightly 5-Part Series, learn how to prepare your business for a valuation and unlock its full value with our expert guide.

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