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BusinessTrump plays ‘who blinks first’ with the world. And with China, ‘chicken’.
Arran follows up on his earlier article about the impact of tariffs and strategies exporters might use to mitigate the impacts. The article provides ideas to consider, options to adopt, and things not to do. Click here to see the previous article. US tariffs and New Zealand’s position So now we’ve had the United States […]
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How to prepare for annual accounts: your unshakeable frenemy
Annual accounts—a business owner’s unshakeable frenemy. No matter the size or type of your enterprise, be it a start-up, a multinational, or a charity—this task waits for you, year in, year out. These accounts are a snapshot of your business’s financial health, a tool for decision-making, and a requirement for tax compliance and stakeholder trust. […]
Share options: demystified context and uses
Many share option plans in both the investment markets and employment markets are misunderstood, misused, and don’t deliver for at least one, if not both parties, what they expected. This is the basic jargon: What is an option? The right to buy or sell something at some future point in time. What is a share? […]
The power of effective bookkeeping: real-life success stories
When a bar owner I worked with went from operating at a loss to turning a profit within one year, it wasn’t just about getting the numbers right—it was about understanding what their business needed and building a system that would set them up for success. Bookkeeping is the foundation of the accounting cycle and […]
The financial experts: What CPAs and CAs bring to the table
In business, having the right financial expertise can make the difference between surviving and thriving. Whether you’re dealing with international investments, managing cash flow challenges, or planning for growth, a qualified accountant’s technical knowledge and strategic insight can be invaluable. And that’s where Chartered Accountants (CAs) and Certified Practicing Accountants (CPAs) stand apart. What makes […]
Survive to 25?
Some businesses are feeling uncertain in this economic climate, and many New Zealand businesses are echoing the mantra ‘survive to ’25.’ It’s a sentiment that reflects the hope for better days ahead but also the challenge of navigating the current landscape. We’ve seen this scenario before, and we’re here to tell you that there’s a […]