PPT Slide
PRIVATE SECURITIES LITIGATION REFORM ACT OF 1995
FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENT DISCLOSURE
These presentation materials and discussion contain forward-looking statements about issues like anticipated first quarter and full-year 2002 earnings, anticipated level of net loan charge-offs and nonperforming assets and anticipated improvement in profitability and competitiveness. Forward-looking statements by their nature are subject to assumptions, risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from those contained in or implied by such forward-looking statements for a variety of factors including: changes in interest rates; continued weakness in the economy which could materially impact credit quality trends and the ability to generate loans; failure of the capital markets to function consistent with customary levels; delay in or inability to execute strategic initiatives designed to grow revenues and/or manage expenses; consummation of significant business combinations or divestitures; changes in law imposing new legal obligations or restrictions or unfavorable resolution of litigation; disruption in the economy or business operations or activities as a result of terrorist activities or military actions; and changes in accounting, tax or regulatory practices or requirements.