TOPIC: EXPANDING THE BOUNDARIES OF BANKING

EXPLAIN & ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:

1. What is meant by "off-balance-sheet" activities of commercial banks? Give at least 3 examples and discuss each briefly.
2. Why are investment banks considered engaged in "shadow banking"?
3. Distinguish between the industry coverage groups and financial services groups within the organization of investment banks.
4. Enumerate / describe the classification of firms engaged in investment banking according to size.
5. Make a synthesis about the expanding the boundaries of banking.