ANALYST INTERVIEW: OUTLOOK FOR NORTHWESTERN BANKS: JAMES BRADSHAW - D.A. DAVIDSON & CO.

(ZAW801) OUTLOOK FOR NORTHWESTERN BANKS: JAMES BRADSHAW - D.A. DAVIDSON & CO. Reviews the performance of the industry, and examines recent changes that have impacted companies in that sector. Topics discussed include competition, mergers and acquisitions, and the development of customer demand; and a number of companies are identified that are considered well positioned to succeed in the current market. Sector: Banking. Published date 10/10/05. Tickers featured: AWBC, BAC, BANR, CACB, FSNM, FTBK, GBCI, HRZB, INTC, KEY, STSA, TBHS, UMPQ, USB, WBCO, WFC. Complete text approximately 3000 words. Document # ZAW801.

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