BRIEF-STMicroelectronics declines comment on possible company split report

PARIS, Oct 12 (Reuters) - STMicroelectronics NV :

* Company spokeswoman declines to comment after report of possible company split.

* Shares rose over 17 pct after report((paris.equities@news.reuters.com, +33 1 4949 5452))

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