The two companies are in talks about a joint venture for grocery delivery.
Getty ImagesShares in both companies jumped on the news about the deal, which would give M&S a food delivery service for the first time.
M&S said there was no certainty the discussions would result in any agreement.Currently Ocado has delivery deals with both Waitrose and Morrisons, as well as delivering its own branded goods.
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