CONTRAST BETWEEN…
BANKING FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS NON-BANKING FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS
1.Deposit-taking: Banks accept deposits from individuals,
businesses, and other entities, which form a significant portion of
their liabilities. These deposits can be withdrawn on demand or
have specified terms.
2.Credit creation: Banks have the ability to create credit by lending
out a significant portion of the deposits they receive. They play a
crucial role in the economy by providing loans and financing for
various purposes.
3.Central bank regulation: Banks are typically regulated and
supervised by central banks or regulatory authorities in their
respective countries. They must comply with prudential
regulations, capital adequacy requirements, and other guidelines
to maintain stability and protect depositors.
4.Payment services: Banks facilitate various payment services such
as issuing debit and credit cards, providing online banking
facilities, electronic fund transfers, and clearing checks.
5.Interest-based profit: Banks earn profits through the interest
spread, which is the difference between the interest rates charged
on loans and the interest paid on deposits. They also generate
revenue through fees and commissions for the services they offer.
1.Non-deposit-taking: Unlike banks, NBFI's primary focus is not on
accepting deposits from the public. Instead, they rely on other
sources of funding such as borrowing from banks, issuing bonds,
equity investments, or securitization.
2.Specialized services: NBFI's specialize in specific financial
services such as insurance, mutual funds, leasing, factoring,
venture capital, hedge funds, pension funds, and other
investment-related activities.
3.Regulation: While NBFI's are subject to regulation, they are
typically governed by different regulatory bodies than banks. The
regulations governing NBFI's focus on ensuring fair practices,
investor protection, and risk management.
4.Risk-taking: NBFI's often undertake higher levels of risk
compared to traditional banks. They may engage in activities such
as investing in securities, derivatives, or engaging in speculative
trading strategies.
5.Fee-based income: Instead of relying on the interest spread,
NBFI's generate income primarily through fees, commissions, and
investment returns. For example, insurance companies collect
premiums, while mutual funds charge management fees.