Austal (ASX:ASB) share price edges higher amid acquisition rumours

Austal Limited (ASX: ASB) shares are edging higher in midday trading. Having entered a trading halt prior to today’s market open, the company’s shares are now back trading and have edged 1.29% higher to $2.36. For comparison, the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) is currently 0.4%…