financial institution
US /faɪˈnæn.ʃəl ɪn.stɪˈtuː.ʃən/
UK /faɪˈnæn.ʃəl ɪn.stɪˈtuː.ʃən/

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an establishment that conducts financial transactions such as investments, loans, and deposits
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Banks are common types of financial institutions.
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Credit unions and investment firms are also considered financial institutions.