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Question
Who normally keep their deposits in the Central Bank?
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Solution
- Commercial banks and other financial institutions hold deposits with the central bank. These deposits remain as reserves, which the central bank uses to control liquidity in the banking system, carry out monetary policy, and maintain financial stability.
- Additionally, government agencies may keep accounts with the central bank for their financial operations.
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