Paschi, Banco BPM Advisers Working on Deal With Cash Component

Advisers for Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena and Banco BPM are discussing a possible merger involving both shares and cash, according to people familiar with the discussions. The talks represent an alternative to Intesa Sanpaolo's bid to acquire Monte Paschi for €35 billion. No agreements have been announced by either bank.

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