Ponce Federal wins easing of constraints.

PONCE, Puerto Rico - The Office of Thrift Supervision eased certain lending constraints on Ponce Federal Bank.

Ponce Federal said the restrictions, imposed in 1991, applied to auto loans, consumer loans, commercial business loans, and commercial real estate loans.

Earlier this month, the OTS temporarily relaxed limits on Ponce Federal's auto loan purchases and originations.

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