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A type of interest-bearing bank account allowing the account holder to write checks against deposited funds, commonly found in the US under regulatory exception.
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अतिरिक्त टियर पूंजी
A class of regulatory capital, recognized under Basel III and IV, that consists of instruments and reserves other than common equity, including certain subordinated debt and hybrid securities, used to absorb losses and support a bank’s resilience beyond Common Equity Tier 1.
View termअपने ग्राहक को जानें
The process of verifying the identity of clients and assessing their suitability, risks, and background to comply with anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing regulations.
View termआंतरिक पूंजी आकलन
The process by which a bank evaluates the adequacy of its capital relative to its risk profile, business model, and regulatory requirements (ICAAP).
View termआंतरिक रेटिंग आधारित
A methodology under Basel II/III allowing banks to use their own risk assessment systems to calculate capital requirements for credit risk, subject to supervisory approval.
View termआईएसओ 20022 माइग्रेशन
The global transition of payment, securities, and trade messages from legacy SWIFT formats (MT) to ISO 20022 XML-based messaging, aiming to improve interoperability and data richness.
View termआईएसओ 8583 संदेश
A standardized electronic message format for financial transaction card originated messages, used primarily in card payment systems and ATMs globally.
View termऋण-आय अनुपात
A personal finance measure that compares an individual's total monthly debt payments to their gross monthly income, used by lenders to assess repayment capacity and credit risk.
View termएंटी मनी लॉन्ड्रिंग
A set of laws, regulations, and procedures designed to prevent criminals from disguising illegally obtained funds as legitimate income, as defined by FATF and national authorities.
View termएडिशनल टियर कैपिटल
A regulatory capital component under Basel III, referring to Tier 1 capital instruments that are not Common Equity Tier 1 (CET1) but still qualify to absorb losses while a bank remains a going concern.
View termएल.सी. (क्रेडिट लेटर)
A formal document issued by a bank guaranteeing payment to a beneficiary on behalf of the applicant, provided that specific terms and conditions are met, widely used in international trade.
View termएस्क्रो खाता
A legal arrangement where a third party holds assets, funds, or documents on behalf of transacting parties until all contractual conditions are fulfilled.
View termऑपरेशनल रिस्क कैपिटल
Capital that banks are required to hold to cover losses from operational risk events, including process failures, fraud, or system breakdowns, as defined under Basel standards.
View termओवरड्राफ्ट
A credit facility that allows a bank account holder to withdraw more money than the current account balance, creating a temporary negative balance within pre-approved limits.
View termओवरलिमिट
A status indicating a credit or loan account has exceeded its approved credit limit, potentially incurring fees and regulatory action according to card or credit agreements.
View termकाउंटरपार्टी क्रेडिट रिस्क
The risk that the counterparty to a financial contract will default before the final settlement of the transaction’s cash flows.
View termकाउंटरसाइक्लिकल बफर
A variable capital buffer required by regulators during periods of credit growth to protect the banking sector from system-wide risks, as outlined in Basel III.
View termकुल पूंजी अनुपात
The ratio of a bank's total capital (Tier 1 and Tier 2) to its risk-weighted assets, as defined under Basel III and CRR/CRD, used to assess capital adequacy and regulatory compliance.
View termकेंद्रीय प्रतिपक्ष निपटान
A mechanism whereby a central counterparty (CCP) interposes itself between trading parties in derivatives and securities markets, guaranteeing the terms of a trade and reducing counterparty risk.
View termकॉमन इक्विटी टियर
The highest quality component of Tier One Capital, consisting primarily of common shares and retained earnings, per Basel III.
View termकॉल डिपॉजिट
A bank deposit account that is repayable on demand without advance notice, typically used for liquidity management in corporate or interbank operations, and earns interest at a variable rate.
View termक्रेडिट कार्ड
A payment card issued by a financial institution that enables the holder to borrow funds within a credit limit to make purchases or withdraw cash, subject to repayment with interest as per contractual terms.
View termक्रेडिट जोखिम जोखिम
The total potential loss a bank or financial institution faces from counterparty default on loans, credit facilities, or other exposures.
View termक्रेडिट मूल्य समायोजन
A regulatory adjustment to the fair value of derivative instruments to account for counterparty credit risk, as mandated by Basel III. CVA reflects the market value of counterparty default risk on over-the-counter derivatives.
View termक्रेडिट स्कोर
A numerical rating derived from a borrower’s credit history, used by lenders to assess creditworthiness and risk in granting loans or credit products.
View termगृह ऋण
A long-term loan secured by real estate property, repaid in installments, and subject to specific interest rates and collateral requirements as defined in banking regulations.
View termगैर-निष्पादित संपत्ति
A loan or advance for which the principal or interest payment has remained overdue for a specified period (typically 90 days), classified under regulatory norms as impaired or at risk of default.
View termग्राहक ड्यू डिलिजेंस
A regulatory requirement obligating banks and financial institutions to verify the identity and assess the risk of customers as part of AML/CFT controls.
View termजोखिम भारित परिसंपत्तियाँ
Assets adjusted by a risk weight factor, as prescribed by Basel regulations, to determine the minimum amount of capital that must be held by banks.
View termटियर वन पूंजी
The core capital of a bank, consisting of common equity and disclosed reserves, used to absorb losses without ceasing operations.
View termडिफ़ॉल्ट की संभावना
The likelihood that a borrower will default on its financial obligations within a specified time horizon, used in credit risk modeling under Basel frameworks.
View termडिफ़ॉल्ट के समय जोखिम
The total value a bank is exposed to when a borrower defaults, representing the outstanding amount at the moment of default under regulatory capital calculations.
View termडिफ़ॉल्ट होने पर हानि
The share of an asset that is lost by a lender when a borrower defaults, expressed as a percentage of exposure at default, used in credit risk calculations.
View termडिमांड डिपॉज़िट
A bank account from which funds may be withdrawn at any time without notice, typically used for day-to-day liquidity management and accessible via checks, debit, or electronic transfer.
View termडिमांड डिपॉजिट खाता
A deposit account from which funds may be withdrawn at any time without advance notice, primarily used for checking accounts under banking regulations.
View termडीमैट खाता
A dematerialized account used to hold securities such as shares and bonds in electronic format, enabling seamless trading and settlement, primarily in regulated markets.
View termडेबिट कार्ड
A payment card linked directly to a checking or savings account, enabling electronic access to funds for purchases or cash withdrawals, governed by network and regulatory standards.
View termद्रावी
The financial institution or party upon whom a check, draft, or bill of exchange is drawn and which is ordered to pay the specified sum to the payee.
View termनकारात्मक जानकारी
Negative data on a borrower's credit report such as late payments, defaults, or bankruptcies, which adversely affect credit assessment and lending decisions.
View termनियर मनी
Highly liquid financial assets that are not cash but can be easily converted to cash within a short period, such as treasury bills, certificates of deposit, or money market instruments.
View termनिर्गमक
The person or entity that writes and signs a check or bill of exchange, instructing the drawee to pay a specified sum to the payee.
View termनिर्धारित हस्तांतरण
An electronic banking instruction set by the account holder to move funds automatically between accounts on predetermined dates or recurring intervals, commonly used for payments and savings.
View termनिष्क्रिय धन
Funds held in cash or low-yield accounts that are not actively invested or used for operational purposes, resulting in opportunity cost and reduced returns for individuals or institutions.
View termनेट स्थिर निधि
A Basel III standard that measures the amount of stable funding a bank has relative to its liquidity profile over a one-year time horizon.
View termन्यूनतम पूंजी आवश्यकता
The lowest amount of capital a bank is required to hold by regulators to cover its risks and protect depositors, as specified by Basel III/IV and national regulations.
View termन्यूनतम शेष राशि
The minimum amount of money required to be maintained in a bank account to avoid fees or maintain account privileges, as specified in the account terms.
View termपर्यवेक्षी समीक्षा प्रक्रिया
A regulatory procedure (Pillar 2 of Basel framework) in which supervisors evaluate a bank’s internal capital adequacy assessment and risk management processes.
View termपिन
A numeric or alphanumeric code used to authenticate the holder of a payment card, ATM card, or secure banking access, mandated by EMV and PCI DSS standards.
View termपिलर थ्री डिस्क्लोजर
Regulatory disclosure requirements under Pillar 3 of the Basel framework, mandating banks to publish information on their capital structure, risk exposures, and risk assessment processes to promote market discipline.
View termपिलर दो मार्गदर्शन
Supervisory recommendations and expectations provided to banks regarding internal risk management and capital assessment under Pillar 2 of the Basel framework.
View termपूंजी संरक्षण बफर
A capital buffer above the minimum requirement, mandated by Basel III, to ensure banks can absorb losses during periods of financial and economic stress.
View termपूर्ण भुगतान
The complete repayment of an outstanding loan balance, including principal, interest, and any accrued charges, thereby closing the loan obligation as per contract.
View termपेडे लोन
A short-term, high-interest unsecured loan designed to cover the borrower's expenses until the next payday; subject to specific regulatory controls due to consumer risk.
View termपेमेंट सिस्टम ओवरसाइट
The supervisory function by which central banks and regulators monitor, assess, and enforce safety, efficiency, and reliability in payment systems as per global regulatory standards.
View termप्रतिबंध स्क्रीनिंग सूची
A list of individuals, entities, or countries subject to financial and economic sanctions, used by financial institutions to screen transactions for compliance with international and domestic regulations.
View termप्रदाता
The person or entity that issues or makes a payment, typically by check, transfer, or direct debit, according to contractual or banking instructions.
View termप्रमाणित चेक
A check guaranteed by the issuing bank, which verifies that sufficient funds exist and sets aside the amount for payment, ensuring payment to the recipient.
View termप्राइम लेंडिंग रेट
The benchmark interest rate that commercial banks charge their most creditworthy corporate customers, influencing rates for loans, mortgages, and other financial products as set by central bank policy or major banks.
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The person or entity to whom a payment, such as a check, transfer, or remittance, is made or owed according to the instructions of a financial instrument or contract.
View termप्रारंभिक मार्जिन आवश्यकता
The minimum amount of collateral required to open a position in a derivatives contract, set by clearinghouses or regulators to cover potential future exposures from market movements.
View termबकाया मद
An item, such as a loan payment or bill, that has not been paid by its due date and is classified as overdue per banking regulations and credit reporting standards.
View termबड़ी एक्सपोजर रूपरेखा
A regulatory system establishing limits on banks’ exposures to individual counterparties or groups, designed to prevent concentration risk as per Basel and EBA guidelines.
View termबीमा
A risk management contract where an insurer indemnifies another party against specified loss or damage in exchange for a premium, subject to regulatory oversight.
View termबेसल III कार्यान्वयन
The process by which banks and regulators apply the risk-based capital, liquidity, and leverage standards outlined in the Basel III framework.
View termबेसल IV अनुपालन
The act of meeting all regulatory requirements set out under Basel IV, covering risk-weighted assets, capital adequacy, and disclosure standards.
View termब्याज दर जोखिम
The risk that changes in market interest rates will adversely affect a bank’s earnings or the economic value of its assets and liabilities. It is a core element of bank risk management under Basel and regulatory frameworks.
View termभुगतान रोकना
An instruction by an account holder to a bank to refuse payment on a specific check or transaction before it has been processed, subject to banking terms and fees.
View termभुगतान रोकने का आदेश
A formal, legal instruction from an account holder to their financial institution to halt payment on a specific check or transaction before it is processed.
View termमनी मार्केट खाता
A type of deposit account that typically pays higher interest and offers limited check-writing privileges, subject to regulatory transaction limits and money market fund investment rules.
View termमनी मार्केट फंड
A mutual fund that invests in short-term, high-liquidity, low-risk money market instruments such as Treasury bills, commercial paper, and certificates of deposit. Used for cash management by institutions and individuals.
View termमार्केट रिस्क कैपिटल
Capital that financial institutions must hold to cover potential losses arising from market risk, such as changes in interest rates, FX rates, or equity prices.
View termम्यूचुअल फंड
A regulated investment vehicle pooling funds from multiple investors to purchase a diversified portfolio of securities managed by a professional asset manager.
View termयोग्य वित्तीय अनुबंध
A legally recognized financial agreement, such as a derivatives, repo, or securities lending contract, that is granted special protections under insolvency and resolution regimes (e.g., Dodd-Frank, ISDA protocols).
View termराजनीतिक रूप से प्रमुख व्यक्ति
An individual entrusted with prominent public functions, whose position exposes them to a higher risk of involvement in bribery or corruption, as defined in FATF and Wolfsberg guidance.
View termरिवर्स स्ट्रेस टेस्टिंग
A risk management technique where banks identify scenarios that could cause business failure, working backwards to pinpoint vulnerabilities and test resilience.
View termलाइन ऑफ क्रेडिट
A revolving credit facility offered by a financial institution that allows a borrower to draw funds up to a specified limit at any time, repaying and reborrowing as needed.
View termलिक्विडिटी कवरेज अनुपात
A regulatory metric under Basel III requiring banks to hold sufficient high-quality liquid assets to cover total net cash outflows over a 30-day stress scenario.
View termलिक्विडिटी रिस्क स्ट्रेस
A situation or scenario in which a bank faces significant cash outflows or restricted market funding, testing its ability to meet short-term obligations.
View termलीएन (गिरवी अधिकार)
A legal right or claim by a creditor over an asset of a debtor as collateral to secure a debt or obligation, enforceable until the obligation is satisfied.
View termलीवरेज अनुपात आवश्यकता
A regulatory standard requiring banks to maintain a minimum ratio of Tier 1 capital to total leverage exposure, irrespective of risk weighting, under Basel III.
View termवैरिएशन मार्जिन कॉल
A demand by a clearinghouse or counterparty for additional collateral to cover current exposures resulting from changes in the market value of derivatives positions. Required under regulatory margining rules to mitigate credit risk.
View termसंयुक्त खाता
A bank or investment account held by two or more individuals with equal rights to deposit, withdraw, and manage funds. Each holder is jointly liable for account activities and obligations as per banking regulation and contract.
View termसर्टिफिकेट ऑफ डिपॉज़िट
A time deposit issued by a bank with a fixed maturity date and specified interest rate; early withdrawal typically incurs a penalty. Used for capital preservation and interest income.
View termसावधि जमा
A deposit in a bank or financial institution that has a fixed term and typically offers a higher interest rate, with withdrawals only allowed at maturity or with penalty.
View termसिस्टेमिक रिस्क बफर
A supplementary capital requirement imposed by regulators on institutions or exposures posing systemic risks to the financial system, as defined under CRD IV and Basel III.
View termस्ट्रेस टेस्टिंग परिदृश्य
A hypothetical adverse event or set of conditions used to assess the resilience of a bank’s capital, liquidity, or risk profile under severe but plausible scenarios.
View termस्थायी खाता संख्या
A unique, permanent, alphanumeric identifier issued by the national tax authority to individuals or entities for tax reporting and regulatory compliance, especially in India (PAN).
View termस्विफ्ट नेटवर्क सहभागी
A financial institution or corporate entity that is registered and authorized to send and receive financial messages over the SWIFT network, in accordance with SWIFT’s standards and regulations.
View termस्विफ्ट संदेश प्रारूप
A standardized structure for financial messages exchanged over the SWIFT network, defined by SWIFT and used for global payments, securities, and trade finance transactions.
View termस्वीप खाता
A bank account that automatically transfers (sweeps) amounts above or below a certain threshold into a higher interest-bearing investment or to cover shortfalls, optimizing liquidity and returns for account holders.
View termस्वैप निष्पादन सुविधा
A trading platform regulated under Dodd-Frank and CFTC rules where multiple participants can execute and trade swaps in a transparent and standardized manner.
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