Analyze the sentiment of this statement extracted from a financial news article. Provide your answer as either negative, positive, or neutral.
Text: `` The acquisition of Sampo Bank makes strategic sense for DB , '' says Lindsey Liddell , director of Fitch Ratings 's Financial Institutions Group .
Answer:
`` The acquisition of Sampo Bank makes strategic sense for DB , '' says Lindsey Liddell , director of Fitch Ratings 's Financial Institutions Group .