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Due Diligence

Our primary due diligence services encompass vendor Due Diligence for sell-side operations, assisting businesses in preparing for divestment and sales processes, as well as buy-side Due Diligence to facilitate acquisitions and the associated debt funding requirements.

Due Diligence

Andersen in New Zealand has earned a track record in successfully completing numerous due diligence assignments across a diverse spectrum of organisations, catering to both substantial transactions up to $100 million and smaller transactions below $2 million.

Our primary due diligence services encompass vendor due diligence for sell-side operations, assisting businesses in preparing for divestment and sales processes, as well as buy-side Due Diligence to facilitate acquisitions and the associated debt funding requirements.

We prioritise in-depth examinations of critical financial and commercial aspects, including the identification of value drivers and the preparation of comprehensive risk registers. Furthermore, our in-house tax professionals specialise in both buy-side and sell-side tax due diligence, enhancing our ability to provide comprehensive support for your business transactions.

Financial due diligence plays a pivotal role within the broader due diligence framework, especially in scenarios such as mergers and acquisitions or investment prospects. This entails a meticulous review and evaluation of a company's financial data, intended to gauge its financial stability, past performance, associated risks, and prospective worth. Its primary goal is to offer a comprehensive insight into the target company's financial well-being, historical financial track record, future outlook, and key financial catalysts.

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