NZ business brokers report sales rise as market improves

NZ business brokers report sales rise as market improves
Business broker Link says engagement per listing has increased by nearly a third. (Image: iStock)
John Anthony
Buyer demand for New Zealand businesses has climbed, says business broker Link, which is reporting record engagement and stronger deal completion across the board.Link national business development manager Steve Matthews said it recorded a 19% year-on-year rise in signed confidentiality agreements, a key indicator of buyer interest, alongside a 32% increase in engagement per listing.“This is a clear signal of growing intent among buyers, even in sectors where economic conditions have traditionally made sales harder to achieve,”...

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