Anika Gamba LINK Business Broker

30/10/2026

A useful market update from LINK Business on where things are sitting for business owners right now.

There are some positive signs across the market, but confidence is still cautious. The article looks at what’s happening across retail, hospitality, franchising and the wider business sector, and what industry leaders are seeing over the next 12 months.

If you’re thinking about buying or selling, the broader market is worth keeping an eye on, but every business is different. If you’re curious about where your business sits in the current market, or what a potential sale could look like, please feel welcome to get in touch for a confidential discussion.

📞: 022 560 3241 | 📧: [email protected]

Worth a read: https://linkbusiness.co.nz/cautious-optimism-what-business-owners-should-know-about-the-market-right-now/

Ask ten business owners how the market's tracking and you'll get ten different answers, and this year, all of them are probably right.

27/10/2026

Another great review from a recent purchaser.

Really enjoyed working with them through the purchase and helping them find a business that suited their investment requirements. Great to see it all come together.

Thanks for the kind words and for trusting me throughout the process. Really appreciate it.

19/10/2026

Always appreciate when clients take the time to share their experience.

This review came from the owners of a Christchurch-based structural steel and metal fabrication business I facilitated the sale of. Businesses in this space can involve a fair amount of detail, from understanding the operation and financials through to finding buyers who understand the industry and getting the deal across the line.

Having experience with business sales across different industries, including manufacturing and trade-based businesses, helps me know what to look for and how to approach the sale from the outset.

Thank you to the owners for trusting me with the sale and for the kind words.

If you’re thinking about selling your business, feel free to get in touch.

📞: 022 560 3241 | 📧: [email protected]

15/10/2026

Another one sold, this time a well-established niche food manufacturer in Nelson, with a national FMCG brand.

There’s strong demand across New Zealand from buyers looking for established food manufacturing businesses and FMCG opportunities. With over 9 years in business sales, I’ve built a strong network of buyers in this space, which is valuable when representing a business like this.

I’ve still got buyers actively looking, so if you’re in food manufacturing or FMCG and considering a sale, let’s talk.

📞: 022 560 3241 | 📧: [email protected]

15/10/2026

This BOP fitness club sale moved quickly. We had the business under offer within 4 working days, with a backup offer secured within 5 working days.

There was plenty of interest from buyers, and we were able to find a great fit. The vendors are very happy with the result, and the purchasers are super excited about the next chapter.

A happy vendor, an excited purchaser, and a deal that moved quickly. These are the transactions that make the long days worthwhile.

I currently have strong buyer demand for established fitness centres throughout New Zealand. If you own a gym or fitness business and are considering a sale, whether now or in the future, please feel welcome to contact me for a confidential, no-obligation discussion.

Thinking about selling? Happy to have a confidential, no-obligation chat.

📞: 022 560 3241 | 📧: [email protected]

08/10/2026

Sharing Bay of Plenty set of LINK results achieved:

• Top Broker | June 2026
• Top High5 Lister | June 2026
• Top Listing Volume | July 2026
• Excellence in Marketing | July 2026

I am grateful for this recognition across business sales, listing activity and marketing.

Most importantly, these results reflect the trust clients place in me to represent their business and guide them through an important process. After more than nine years in business brokerage, I remain genuinely appreciative of every client who gives me that opportunity.

If you are considering selling now or planning for a future sale, please feel welcome to contact me for a confidential, no-obligation discussion about your options.

📞: 022 560 3241 | 📧: [email protected]

02/10/2026

A little late sharing this one, but still worth acknowledging.

In June 2026, I ranked second in LINK New Zealand’s Top Broker rankings, following first place in June 2025. Both results were achieved among more than 100 LINK brokers nationwide.

Recognition is appreciated, but it is only possible because of the business owners and clients who place their trust in me. Thank you for allowing me to represent your businesses, for your confidence throughout what is often a significant decision, and for your support.

I am genuinely grateful for every opportunity to assist clients in achieving the right outcome for their business.

If you are considering a future sale of your business, or would simply like to understand how to prepare for one, please feel welcome to contact me for a confidential, no-obligation discussion.

📞: 022 560 3241 | 📧: [email protected]

25/09/2026

When a business is being prepared for sale, reported profit is only the starting point.

What matters is the quality of the earnings behind that number.

Add-backs can change the earnings figure used to assess value, but they need to be genuine, supportable and relevant to the way the business will operate under new ownership.

This is also where I see sellers get caught out. An adjustment might make sense to the owner, but if it doesn’t stand up when a buyer’s accountant reviews the numbers, it can come straight back into the negotiation.

That’s why getting the numbers right before going to market matters. It’s much easier to deal with questions and gaps before a buyer is sitting across the table than when you’re already negotiating a deal.

If you’re considering selling your business, I can help you understand where the numbers sit, what needs attention and how to prepare the business properly before it goes to market.

📞: 022 560 3241 | 📧: [email protected]

Sharing this LINK Business article on add-backs, SDE, EBITDA and how they can affect the value of a business. Worth a read if you’re thinking about selling.

https://linkbusiness.co.nz/what-are-add-backs-and-how-do-they-change-your-businesss-sale-price/

Add-backs are how you prove your business earns more than the profit line shows, but only if every figure has a source document behind it.

16/09/2026

Buyer confidence is coming back, but that doesn’t mean buyers are paying less attention.

In higher-value transactions, optimism only gets you so far. Buyers still want to see that the performance supports the price, the numbers stand up to scrutiny, and the business makes sense once they take over.

That’s where experience matters. You need to understand what buyers are likely to question, where they may see risk, and what can ultimately affect the terms of a deal.

This latest article from LINK Business takes a closer look at where the market is heading and what buyers are looking for now.

If you’re considering a sale, I can help you understand how your business is likely to be viewed by buyers and where to focus before going to market.

📞: 022 560 3241 | 📧: [email protected]

Full article: https://linkbusiness.co.nz/confidence-is-back-but-buyers-want-proof/

Well-prepared businesses are attracting strong buyer interest right now, a clear sign of where New Zealand's business sale market currently stands.

27/08/2026

Two businesses can turn over the same amount and be worth very different numbers.

Turnover tells you the size of a business. It doesn’t necessarily tell you the quality of its earnings, how much risk a buyer is taking on, or how dependent the business is on the owner.

That’s why a proper business appraisal needs to look beyond the top line and consider the financials, the market, comparable sales and the way the business actually operates.

Having worked across different businesses and industries, I know how much these factors can change the way a buyer views an opportunity.

For an owner considering a sale, understanding those factors can give you a much more realistic picture of what you’ve built and where the value sits.

📞: 022 560 3241 | 📧: [email protected]

Full article here: https://linkbusiness.co.nz/why-two-businesses-with-the-same-turnover-can-have-different-values/

If you want to understand the full picture of what your business may be worth, there are a few other pieces to consider.