<ARTICLE> BD
<LEGEND> Financial Data Schedule for the second quarterly period ended 
June 30, 1997 required pursuant to Item 601(c) of Regulation S-K and 
Regulation S-B and Rule 401 of Regulation S-T.
</LEGEND>
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<NAME> FAHNESTOCK VINER HOLDINGS INC.
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