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Likewise, rural banks have started the long and ardous route of consolidation seeing the importance of size and a secure capital base.


"There are a lot of interest, and we are a getting a lot of offers," William K. Hotchkiss, RBAP president revealed. "There are local groups asking around, and there is strong indication that there could be foreign groups behind them."


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Foreign, local investors eye rural banks

By Ted P. Torres | December 20, 2005 - 12:00am

Foreign and local investors are showing interest in acquiring a stake in rural banks. Some have also indicated interest in acquiring rural banks. Likewise, rural banks have started the long and ardous route of consolidation...

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