Banking Today is a straightforward introduction to the way banks operate. It helps you understand how they function as a business and the important role they play in the U.S. economy. Banking Today explains the role of banks in today's economy, describes bank competitors, and identifies banking developments and trends. It does not assume prior familiarity with banks or banking terminology.

Divided into six units, topics include:

• Financial Services Market
• Bank Customers and Earnings
• Bank Products and Services
• Financial Statements and Performance Measurements
• Bank Organization
• Banking Laws and Regulations

Special features include:

• A glossary of terms and acronyms
• Diagrams and charts to clarify important banking concepts
• Application exercises
• Self-check questions and answers
• List of additional resources
• Appendices on banking laws and acronyms