Risk-Weighted Asset

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Definition: Risk-Weighted Asset


Risk-Weighted Asset


Full Definition of Risk-Weighted Asset


A bank’s assets weighted according to credit risk. Some assets, such as debentures, are assigned a higher risk than others, such as cash. This sort of asset calculation is used in determining the capital requirement for a financial institution, and is regulated by the Federal Reserve Board.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Risk-Weighted Asset are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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