And video game retailer GameStop offers US$55.5b for e-commerce giant eBay.
But Rod Duke is understood to support the Rip Curl deal.
The RBNZ governor puts more pressure on Australian banks.
Stocks briefly fell after digesting a key supply management report.
Snakk Media liquidators hope selling the shell will bring some money for creditors.
Investors owed an estimated $12-$14 million
The NBR Rich Listers' holding is split between USX-listed Rural Equities and private investment.
A recommendation to close the Auckland port is challenged by its mayor.
Billion dollar sector's future requires more infrastructure; people.
“It’s the most sensible option”, says study group chair Wayne Brown.
