Banking Practice and Foreign Exchange: Part I: Banking Principles; Part II:

E. L. Stewart Patterson, Franklin Escher

ISBN 10: 1390295850 / ISBN 13: 9781390295856

Published by Forgotten Books, 2024

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book provides a detailed examination of the history, principles, and practices of Canadian banking, from its beginnings under French colonial rule through to the creation of the national banking system in 1867 and finally its evolution to the present day. The author, an inspector for the Canadian Bank of Commerce, provides a comprehensive overview of banking regulations, accounting principles, and the role of banks in the broader Canadian financial system. The book also offers valuable insights into the role of banks in supporting Canadian commerce and industry, making it an essential resource for students of Canadian finance and economic history, as well as professionals in the banking sector. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Banking Practice and Foreign Exchange: Part I: Banking Principles; Part II:
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1390295850
• ISBN 13: 9781390295856
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Business

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Synopsis

Master the practical realities of banking with a thorough guide to principles, practice, and foreign exchange.

This comprehensive reference covers how banks operate, from the core principles to daily practice. It explains how law, regulation, and everyday transactions shape the work of banking, with a focus on cost analysis, branch operations, and the handling of notes and deposits.

What you’ll experience

• Clear explanations of banking principles, the Bank Act, and how notes and branches function within the system.
• Insight into banking practice, including head office operations, records, and loan processes.
• Practical discussion of cost accounting in banks and how profitability is evaluated from individual accounts to overall performance.
• Context for foreign exchange activity and the relationship between banking practice and financial markets.

Ideal for readers who want a solid, work-oriented overview of banking operations, regulation, and the practical methods banks use to serve customers while managing costs.