Capital One is already one of the nation's leaders in small business lending, and North Fork has a strong and growing small business franchise. With this transaction, we can accelerate growth in this attractive and profitable market and bring a full spectrum of banking services to small business customers through multiple channels. |
North Fork provides us with a proven franchise and a strong growth platform in the largest banking market in America. |
With North Fork, Capital One will be more balanced and more diversified. |