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What is one of the primary functions of a central bank?
What is one of the primary functions of a central bank?
What is the primary objective of monetary policy related to inflation and deflation?
What is the primary objective of monetary policy related to inflation and deflation?
Which tool is used by central banks to influence the money supply by buying or selling government securities?
Which tool is used by central banks to influence the money supply by buying or selling government securities?
What is the primary goal of monetary easing?
What is the primary goal of monetary easing?
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What is the role of a central bank as a lender of last resort?
What is the role of a central bank as a lender of last resort?
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In ancient civilizations, what type of structures served as safekeeping facilities for gold and valuables?
In ancient civilizations, what type of structures served as safekeeping facilities for gold and valuables?
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What was the primary function of goldsmiths in the 17th century?
What was the primary function of goldsmiths in the 17th century?
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Which international agreements set capital requirements, risk management, and banking supervision standards?
Which international agreements set capital requirements, risk management, and banking supervision standards?
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What is the primary function of commercial banks that emerged in the 18th century?
What is the primary function of commercial banks that emerged in the 18th century?
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What type of financial system involves banks holding a fraction of deposits as reserves and lending the rest?
What type of financial system involves banks holding a fraction of deposits as reserves and lending the rest?
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What is the term for converting short-term deposits into long-term loans in financial intermediary functions?
What is the term for converting short-term deposits into long-term loans in financial intermediary functions?
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Study Notes
Banking Evolution
- Early banking: Temples and palaces in ancient civilizations (e.g., Greece, Rome) served as safekeeping facilities for gold and valuables.
- Goldsmiths (17th century): Began to accept gold deposits, issuing receipts that could be used as a medium of exchange.
- Central banks (17th century): Established to manage government finances, stabilize currency, and regulate the banking system.
- Commercial banks (18th century): Emerged to provide loans to businesses and individuals.
- Retail banking (20th century): Focus on consumer banking, offering services like checking and savings accounts.
Banking Regulations
- Basel Accords (1988, 2004, 2010): International agreements setting capital requirements, risk management, and banking supervision standards.
- Dodd-Frank Act (2010): US legislation aimed at promoting financial stability, consumer protection, and regulatory oversight.
- BankingActs and laws: Vary by country, but generally regulate banking activities, licensing, and supervision.
Financial Systems
- Types of financial systems:
- Fractional reserve banking: Banks hold a fraction of deposits as reserves, lending the rest.
- Full-reserve banking: Banks hold 100% of deposits as reserves.
- Financial intermediary functions:
- Maturity transformation: Converting short-term deposits into long-term loans.
- Risk transformation: Managing risk through diversification and risk assessment.
- Liquidity transformation: Providing liquid assets to meet depositor demands.
Central Banking
- Functions:
- Monetary policy: Regulating money supply and interest rates.
- Banking supervision: Overseeing commercial banks and financial institutions.
- Lender of last resort: Providing emergency loans to prevent financial instability.
- Tools:
- Open market operations: Buying or selling government securities to influence money supply.
- Reserve requirements: Setting minimum reserve levels for commercial banks.
- Interest rates: Adjusting rates to influence borrowing and spending.
Monetary Policy
- Objectives:
- Price stability: Controlling inflation and deflation.
- Maximum employment: Promoting economic growth and job creation.
- Moderate long-term interest rates: Maintaining stable financial conditions.
- Tools:
- Monetary easing: Increasing money supply to stimulate the economy.
- Monetary tightening: Reducing money supply to combat inflation.
- Forward guidance: Communicating future policy intentions to influence market expectations.
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Learn about the evolution of banking, central banking, monetary policy, and financial systems. Understand the roles of central banks, commercial banks, and regulatory frameworks.
