Citigroup Smith Barney analysts say Banco Santander Central Hispano could afford to pay £10bn for Abbey National if HBOS enters the fray.
Abbey expects HBOS to launch a bid next week.
References: The Times (Compact) 09/09/4 page 46, page 48 (Global Business Briefing)
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