What I may already know: • There are a number of institutions that offer financial services. • Financial transactions can be carried out online.
Learning Intentions
In this chapter, I will learn: • Who the main financial service providers in Ireland are. • The services financial service providers offer to their customers. • What online banking is and its advantages for customers. • How financial service providers are changing.
Key Words: Financial service provider Commercial bank Current account Debit card Cheque
Standing order Direct debit Bank draft Overdraft Credit card
Exchange rate Commission Online banking Credit union
WHAT IS A FINANCIAL SERVICE PROVIDER?
A financial service provider is an institution that manages money and offers money-related services and products to its customers. For example, a commercial bank offers its customers the opportunity to open accounts and take out loans.
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A financial service provider is an organisation that offers money-related services.