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# Bank Economic Contribution

## Definition

The overall impact of banking on economic development through various channels including capital allocation, transaction facilitation, and risk management. This contribution is central to banking's economic role.

## Source Chapter

Book II, Chapter 2

## Context

Smith examines the various ways banking contributes to economic development, showing how these contributions enhance overall economic productivity and growth.

## Economic Domain

Accumulation

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