Business Purchase Confidentiality Agreement Template for New Zealand

1. Non-Solicitation: Restrictions on soliciting employees, customers, or suppliers - include when protecting business relationships is crucial

2. Exclusivity Period: Period during which the seller won't negotiate with other potential buyers - include when buyer requires exclusive negotiation rights

3. Public Announcements: Restrictions on public statements about the potential transaction - include for sensitive or high-profile transactions

4. Insider Trading: Provisions preventing trading in securities based on confidential information - include when either party is publicly listed

5. Data Protection: Specific obligations regarding personal data protection - include when confidential information includes significant personal data

6. Costs: Allocation of costs related to confidentiality measures - include for complex transactions with significant compliance costs

7. Assignment: Rights to assign the agreement - include when buyer may want to assign rights to a related entity

1. Schedule 1 - Confidential Information: Detailed description or categories of information considered confidential

2. Schedule 2 - Authorized Representatives: List of authorized representatives who may access confidential information

3. Schedule 3 - Security Protocols: Specific security measures and procedures for handling confidential information

4. Appendix A - Deed of Confidentiality: Form of confidentiality undertaking for representatives to sign

5. Appendix B - Information Return Certificate: Form for certifying return or destruction of confidential information