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A central bank is a national financial institution responsible for managing a country's monetary policy, issuing currency, and regulating the banking sector to ensure financial stability. Central banks play a crucial role in controlling inflation, setting interest rates, and serving as a lender of last resort to commercial banks during financial crises.
Examples
- • Federal Reserve
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- • Bank
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See Also
- • Monetary Authority
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