Financial Institutions

Bank Holding Company
A corporation that owns a controlling interest in one or more banks but does not provide banking services itself.
Board of Governors
An overview of the group appointed to oversee the management of various institutions in the financial world.
Depository
An organized facility or institution that secures deposits, often involving financial transactions and securities trading.
Lender of Last Resort (LoR)
An institution, usually a country's central bank, that acts as a final option for lending to financial institutions.
Loss Given Default (LGD)
Loss Given Default (LGD) is the estimated loss experienced by a financial institution when a borrower defaults on a loan.
Money Center Bank
A Money Center Bank is a financial institution that primarily engages in borrowing and lending activities with large entities, such as governments and corporations.
Risk-Based Capital Requirement
Rules that establish minimum regulatory capital for financial institutions while ensuring a safe and efficient market.
Thrift Bank
Understanding Thrift Banks and Their Role in Your Financial Life
Trading Desk
A trading desk is a physical location within a financial institution where the buying and selling of securities occurs.
Understanding Thrifts
A humorous exploration of thrifts, savings and loan associations, and their role in personal finance.
Unitary Thrift
Understanding Unitary Thrift: A charming dive into savings and loan holding companies!
Wholesale Banking
An exploration of wholesale banking services catering to large clients like corporations, banks, and government agencies.
Wire Room
A facility used by financial institutions to process fund transfers and order requests on behalf of clients.

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