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# Bank Financial Stability

## Definition

The condition where banks maintain adequate capital, liquidity, and risk management to continue operations and provide essential financial services. Financial stability is crucial for economic development and stability.

## Source Chapter

Book II, Chapter 2

## Context

Smith analyses the conditions necessary for financial stability in banking, showing how stable banks can better support economic development and withstand periods of stress.

## Economic Domain

Regulation

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