Midday Report for Monday 26 May 2014

12:35 PM.News from the rural and farming sectors. Audio

12:26 PM.The American Indy 500 drought is broken as New Zealander, Scott Dixon, crashes out. Audio

12:24 PM.For the latest from the markets we're joined by Melika King at Craigs Investment Partners. Audio

12:22 PM.The Board of Martinborough Vineyard Estates has unanimously recommended shareholders accept a takeover offer from American billionaire, Bill Foley. Audio

12:21 PM.The private hospital operator, Acurity Health Group, has reported a net profit of 9 point 1 million dollars for the year ended March, an increase of 55 percent increase on the previous year. Audio

12:19 PM.The investment company, Hellaby Holdings has upgraded its profit forecast. Audio

12:18 PM.The country is continuing to enjoy trade surpluses but export growth is slowing. Audio

12:00 PM.Winter hits in the South and Auckland police are seeking witnesses in the case of a missing woman. Audio