The number of Latino businesses continues to rise year after year. The latest Census data shows a growth of more than 30 percent from 1997 to 2002. Latinas are at the forefront - owning more than one-third of all Latino firms. Tim Rios with Wells Fargo says they recognize the tremendous success of this business segment.

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