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SunTrust
SunTrust
Market cap: $14.8 billion (as of 8/29)

Advantages:
Atlanta-based SunTrust has a strong presence in Florida and the Southeast, both in consumer banking and in banking for mid-sized businesses.

Disadvantages:
Since SunTrust has no branch network in California, this acquisition would still leave a hole in JPMorgan's coverage. It also holds a large portfolio of commercial real estate loans, and loans to homebuilders.

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Last updated September 04 2008: 11:00 AM ET
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