central bank
A central bank is the official monetary authority for a country or group of countries. It typically sets key interest rates, manages the currency and money supply, and may act to preserve financial stability. Its powers, objectives, and area of operation are determined by the laws governing the jurisdiction it serves.
Source: European Central Bank (ECB) (source). This glossary entry is an independently worded adaptation of the cited information.
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