Why Do Banks Maintain a Certain Level of Bank Capital

question 34

Multiple Choice

Why do banks maintain a certain level of bank capital?

• A) These funds are required to satisfy shareholders in annual statements.
• B) These funds are reserved as salary bonuses for top management.
• C) These precautionary funds are held against the illiquidity risks of loans and bonds.
• D) These are funds to be invested in emerging market economies.
• E) These funds are set aside for taxation purposes.

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