Central Bank Reserves
/ˈsɛntrəl bæŋk rɪˈzɜrvz/
Definitions
- (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
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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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