(Update to add AMP's response to the third paragraph)
AMP (ASX:AMP) is evaluating a divestment of its banking unit, potentially at a discount to book value, The Australian's DataRoom reported Thursday, citing anonymous sources.
The banking arm has been weighing down the group's capital, and its sale could open up the possibility of a merger between AMP and Colonial First State, according to the report.
A spokesperson for AMP said that the firm wouldn't comment on market speculation, in response to a request for comment from.
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