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Banking System
Banking System
Their primary
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functions include accepting deposits, providing loans, and facilitating financial transactions.
ommercial banks are the most common type of bank, accepting deposits from the public and
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using those funds to make loans to individuals and businesses.
hey earn a profit from the difference between the interest they pay on deposits and the
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interest they charge on loans.
entral banks, on the other hand, are public-sector institutions that regulate the money supply
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and oversee the banking system. They deal mainly with national governments, commercial
banks, and other central banks.
Central banks issue currency and are responsible for setting monetary policies to maintain
conomic stability.
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In addition to commercial and central banks, there are other types of financial institutions that
perform banking-like functions, such as savings and loan associations, credit unions, and
investment banks.
These institutions may focus on specific services like mortgage lending or investment
anagement rather than the full range of banking activities.
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Overall, the banking system is essential for facilitating the flow of money and credit in the
economy, enabling individuals and businesses to save, borrow, and make payments.