high, as three issues traded. Led by continued activity in the banking sector, 19,475 shares valued at $494,457 traded.

Bank of Bermuda was unchanged at $30 after a volume of 14,012, while the Bank of Butterfield remained at $15 after 4,363 shares changed hands.

The only other active issue was Staples Holdings Ltd. 10% Pref. with a volume of 1,100, and closing as it opened at $8.625.