ABN Brazil Arm Draws Interest Amid Takeover Talk.

This article reports that several banks have contacted Barclays PLC to express their interest in acquiring ABN Amro Holding NV's main Brazilian bank operations. The importance of Banco Real to Barclays' growth is discussed. Information is presented on the value of the proposed bid by a European consortium led by Royal Bank of Scotland. Another potential buyer for Banco Real is Brazil's Banco Itaú Holding Financeira.