Honduran banks afraid of government intervention

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As published by elfinancierocr.com: "Alfaro was removed after presenting a report on the deposits of honduran banks in foreign entities, which, according the the Central Bank of Honduras, grew in over $200 million in 2008, causing a decrease in financial liquidity and high interest rates".

Source: elfinancierocr.com

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