BRIEF-Bank of the Ozarks to acquire Genala Banc

Oct 4 (Reuters) - Bank of Ozarks Inc :

* Entered into a definitive agreement and plan of merger with Genala Banc, Inc

* Says deal for about $27.3 million

* Deal is expected to be accretive to co's book value per common share, diluted

earnings/common share-SEC filing

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