Retail Banking role within the bank operation and Appicability of Retail Banking Concepts
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What is the primary definition of retail banking?
Retail banking refers to the provision of banking services directly to individual consumers and small businesses, as opposed to corporate or wholesale banking. It includes deposits, loans, payments, and basic financial products offered through branches, ATMs, and digital channels.
What is the concept of 'liability-driven' retail banking?
Deposits mobilised to fund loans and investments.
How does retail banking differ from wholesale banking?
Retail banking serves individual customers and small businesses with standardised, high-volume, low-ticket products, whereas wholesale banking deals with large corporations, institutions, and governments with customised, high-value transactions.
How does retail banking differ from private banking?
Retail serves mass market; private banking targets high-net-worth individuals.
What role does retail banking play within a bank's overall operations?
Retail banking acts as the primary deposit-mobilisation engine of a bank, providing a stable low-cost funding base. It also generates fee income, cross-selling opportunities, and supports financial inclusion mandates.
What is the full form of ATM in retail banking?
Automated Teller Machine.
Which RBI guidelines govern the conduct of retail banking in India?
Retail banking in India is governed by the Banking Regulation Act 1949, RBI Master Directions on interest rates, KYC norms, priority sector lending guidelines, and various circulars on consumer protection and fair practices code.
What is the purpose of a savings bank account in retail banking?
To encourage saving habits and provide safe deposit facility.
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