FRANKFURT, Jan 30 (Reuters) - Thyssenkrupp (TKAG.DE) , opens new tab is confident that its materials trading division can be made independent in a sale or other transaction, its chief executive said on Friday, leaving open when such a step could happen.

"We are confident that Material Services can be successfully brought to the capital market, even in a challenging environment," Miguel Lopez told shareholders at Thyssenkrupp annual general meeting.

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"As with any planned transaction, the exact timing will depend on market conditions."

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