Bank stocks had an off day Wednesday, following Tuesday's gain of more
The bank index retreated 1.01%, the Standard & Poor's 500 dropped 0.58%,
Analysts said a relatively weak bond market and profit taking accounted
BankAmerica Corp. shares fell $1.125 to close at $76.375. NationsBank
Fifth Third Bancorp was one of the few gainers, rising $1.187 to
Barnett Banks Inc. stock rose 75 cents to $63.75, and State Street