Although struggling Providian Financial Corp. has hired two investment banking powerhouses to look at its strategic alternatives, the company maintains it is not for sale. “I understand that’s the perception of most people,” said a company spokeswoman, speaking of the market’s expectation Providian will solicit bids. But, “a sale is not our goal,” she said.

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