I personally can't see any reason for MIN to wait if they intend to lodge a bid.
I'm guessing (or maybe hoping) that there are some lawyers and bankers somewhere working all weekend to have an offer ready to put to market on Monday.
ESS Price at posting:
58.0¢ Sentiment: Buy Disclosure: Held
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