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EXHIBIT 27
Financial Data Schedule for the quarter ended September 30, 2000
required pursuant to Item 601(c) of Regulation S-K and Regulation S-B
and Rule 401 of Regulation S-T.

<NAME> FAHNESTOCK VINER HOLDINGS INC.
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