AMSTERDAM (AFX) - ING Group NV is looking at various options for its stockbroking unit Williams de Broe and 'cannot rule out' it will sell the business, spokeswoman Louise van Heel told AFX News.
The Independent newspaper reported earlier today ING is looking to sell the unit, with at least half a dozen interested parties expressing an interest.
ING is currently 'exploring various options to leverage the expertise of Williams de Broe' and looking at 'what will be the best for the business itself', the spokeswoman added. amsterdam@afxnews.com ls/nes COPYRIGHT Copyright AFX News Limited 2005. All rights reserved. The copying, republication or redistribution of AFX News Content, including by framing or similar means, is expressly prohibited without the prior written consent of AFX News. AFX News and AFX Financial News Logo are registered trademarks of AFX News Limited