In a new prospectus filing, the NYSE Group Inc. reveals that it is in talks with a number of possible consolidation partners.

“We are currently engaged in discussions with significant industry participants, although no formal proposals have been made nor have any agreements in principle been reached,” it says in the filing.

“We intend to continue to pursue domestic and international acquisitions and strategic alliances to further strengthen and diversify our business and revenue streams, enter new markets and advance our technology,” the prospectus adds. “We may also pursue partnerships and commercial agreements to further build our brand and take advantage of industry trends.”

“While we will continue to explore and evaluation strategic opportunities and transactions, which could occur quickly, there can be no assurance we will enter into any strategic transactions and, if so, on what terms,” it cautions.

The exchange says that it believes that consolidations and strategic transactions are likely to continue in its industry, and it notes, “We regularly explore and evaluate strategic acquisitions and alliances in the United States and abroad that could provide us with opportunities to enhance our competitive position, some of which could be material.”