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The Letter of Intent Share Purchase is a crucial preliminary document used in corporate transactions in New Zealand when a party intends to purchase shares in a company. It serves as a formal expression of interest and outlines the basic terms and conditions of the proposed transaction. While predominantly non-binding, it typically contains certain binding provisions such as confidentiality and exclusivity clauses. This document is particularly important in the New Zealand business environment as it helps establish clear expectations and frameworks for negotiation while complying with local corporate and securities laws. It's commonly used before proceeding with detailed due diligence and full share purchase agreements, providing a structured approach to complex share transactions while protecting both parties' interests during preliminary negotiations.

1. Date and Parties: Identification of the sender (potential purchaser) and recipient (current shareholder/company), including full legal names and addresses

2. Introduction: Brief statement of purpose - expressing interest in purchasing shares

3. Transaction Overview: High-level description of the proposed transaction, including the target shares/company and general scope

4. Key Terms: Outline of fundamental terms including proposed purchase price or price range, payment terms, and basic transaction structure

5. Due Diligence: Statement of intention to conduct due diligence and basic parameters of the investigation required

6. Timeline: Proposed schedule for due diligence, negotiation, and completion of the transaction

7. Exclusivity: Request for exclusive negotiation period if applicable, including proposed duration

8. Confidentiality: Basic confidentiality terms regarding the proposed transaction and any shared information

9. Non-Binding Nature: Clear statement that the letter is non-binding except for specific sections (typically confidentiality and exclusivity)

10. Next Steps: Outline of immediate actions required from both parties to progress the transaction