(The following statement was released by the ratin
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Overview
-- Parana Banco S.A. has maintained its strong capital position, even
though its concentrated business profile and dependence on institutional
investors for funding remain key challenges.
-- We are affirming our 'BB+/B' global scale and 'brAA' national scale
ratings on Parana Banco.
-- The stable outlook reflects our expectation that Parana Banco will
maintain its low market position in Brazil's financial sy

