Central Bank Reserves

/ˈsɛntrəl bæŋk rɪˈzɜrvz/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Deposits held by commercial banks and other financial institutions at a central bank, used to settle interbank payments and influence monetary policy.
    Central bank reserves increased after the policy rate adjustment.

Forms

  • central bank reserves
  • central bank reserve

Commentary

Central bank reserves are distinct from commercial bank reserves in legal and regulatory contexts; drafting should clarify their role in monetary operations.

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