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Let $(\cal A,\|\cdot\|)$ be a finite dimensional norm algebra (Banach Algebra). Can we say any thing about the amenability of $\cal A$. What if we impose some extra conditions on $\cal A$, say commutativity or the existence of a unit.

Thank you very much.

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    Yes, you are right. It's nice to see that, apparently, you've found the answer to your question. – 2014-06-10

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I guess the answer to my question is as follows.

If $A$ is a finite dimensional Banach algebra with a trivial Jacobson radical, then it is amenable. The answer is easily based on this fact that this class of finite dimensional algebras are isomorphic to a product of finitely many $n_i\times n_i$ matrix rings over division rings $D_i$, by Artin–Wedderburn theorem.

Recall that each of this matrix algebras is amenable and a simple argument regarding adjoining the (virtual) diagonals together implies that the product is amenable.

The converse is also true. If $A$ is a finite dimensional Banach algebra with a non-trivial radical, it cannot admit any (virtual) diagonal; hence, it cannot be amenable.