Commercial bank

Definition

A commercial bank is a financial institution that accepts deposits from individuals and businesses, provides loans and credit, and offers other banking services such as checking accounts, savings accounts, and certificates of deposit.

Related terms

Checking account: A type of bank account that allows the account holder to easily withdraw funds using checks or debit cards.

Loan: Money borrowed from a lender with an agreement to repay it in the future with interest.

Savings account: A type of bank account that earns interest on deposited money while providing easy access for withdrawals.