national bank

• Banque agréée et réglementée par le gouvernement national, généralement active sur l'ensemble du territoire et remplissant souvent le rôle de banque centrale ou de grande institution commerciale.

A bank that is chartered and regulated by the national government, typically operating across the entire country and often serving as a central bank or a major commercial institution.

1. Central bank of a countryB2formal

   A bank that is owned or controlled by a national government and is responsible for regulating the country's monetary policy and currency.

   banque centrale

   • The national bank raised interest rates to control inflation.
   • Many countries have a national bank that issues currency.
   • The national bank's policies affect the entire economy.

2. Commercial bank with national charterB2formalamerican

   A commercial bank that operates under a charter from the national government, often allowed to operate across state lines.

   banque nationale

   • He opened an account at a national bank with branches in several states.
   • National banks are regulated by the federal government.
   • The national bank offered competitive loan rates.