Regulatory Protection
Banks are normally subject to prudential regulation which has the purpose of reducing the risk of failure of the bank. It may also have the purpose of reducing the extent of depositor losses in the event of bank failure.
Bank deposits may also be insured by a deposit insurance scheme, if applicable.
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