Judges said the quantitative results of the Top 200 survey had this year "turned up an unusually broad range of credible companies and individuals this year."
It had been a year when some companies had seen growth strategies maturing and producing results, he said. In other sectors volatility in currency and commodities had been an issue.
Deloitte head of marketing and communications, Cassandra Worrall said the company was proud to be associated with the Top 200 awards since it began in 1989.
"The Top 200 continues to be the premier business awards for the larger businesses in New Zealand, representing the pinnacle of corporate recognition," she said. "Winners and finalists make up the who's who of the business community and together make a vital contribution to New Zealand's economy."
There are 10 categories this year including executive and young executive of the year, company of the year, chairperson of the year and most improved performance.
Judges include Forsyth Barr managing director Neil Paviour-Smith, independent director Maier, former QBE chairman of the year Alison Paterson, NZME business editorial director Fran O'Sullivan and chair of Minter Ellison Rudd Watts Cathy Quinn.
The lists include publicly listed and private companies, New Zealand subsidiaries of multinational companies, co-operatives, societies and state-owned enterprises.
A visionary leader award will also be announced on the night.
