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Newsletter - September 2025
Spring is Just Around the Corner – Literally and Figuratively
As a subscriber to https://businessdesk.co.nz/ it has been gratifying in recent weeks to read of listed companies reporting improved or “on target” earnings. Yes, there were a couple that fell short whose share price has been punished, but overall, there was a clear improvement and continued expectations for this to continue. Likewise, the economists are suggesting that improving economic times are likely because of:
• Reducing interest rates leading to more discretionary income
• Reduced inflation improving consumer purchasing power
• Rural-led recovery with strong export prices (perhaps favouring our Hamilton & Christchurch offices)
• Marginally increasing bank lending for business purposes and a greater willingness to continue this
• Future infrastructure spending
• Improving business confidence
Yes, there are also countervailing headwinds for some businesses but overall, the business sentiment is definitely improving. Just as we see the daffodils flowering in Linwood Ave and the blossom trees about to burst into colour in Harper Ave, here in Christchurch – we are also seeing continued strong demand from buyers. Most of the opportunities we came into this year with are now sold, and we are excitedly prepping new listings that have either recently been launched or will be in the next month or so.
Having had a couple of weeks in Queensland (“Ya Rite Darl” was our favourite expression on the Sunshine Coast 😊) it was heartening to count the cranes in the Brisbane Skyline; embrace the traffic on the GC and enjoy tales of so many Kiwi golfers heading to the Sunny Coast to escape a week or two of the Kiwi winter. The vibe is positive over there, albeit of course they have similar problems and challenges as us – I guess having 5-6 times the population as a tax and rate paying base, overcomes a few hurdles!
However now back in Godzone Country with longer days and warmer nights just around the corner (twilight golf anyone?) our nationwide team are really looking forward to the next 12-18 months of economic improvement and continuing to bring you excellent businesses with good foundations and strong cashflows. If you are thinking of taking a step into business ownership – please reach out to your local Tabak office as we would love to catch up.
Damien Fahey; Partner
Tabak Business Sales, Tauranga