Types of risk in Banking

  • Credit Risk: The possibility of loss due to a borrower’s failure to repay a loan or meet contractual obligations.
  • Market Risk: The potential for losses due to changes in market conditions, such as interest rates, exchange rates, or equity prices.
  • Operational Risk: Risks arising from failed internal processes, people, systems, or external events, including fraud and cyberattacks.
  • Liquidity Risk: The risk that a bank may not be able to meet its short-term financial obligations due to insufficient liquid assets.
  • Interest Rate Risk: The risk of financial loss due to fluctuations in interest rates affecting a bank’s assets and liabilities.
  • Compliance/Regulatory Risk: Risks associated with non-compliance with laws, regulations, or standards imposed by regulatory bodies.
  • Reputation Risk: The potential damage to a bank’s reputation due to negative public perception, scandals, or adverse events.
  • Strategic Risk: Risks linked to ineffective business strategies, decision-making, or adaptability to market changes.
  • Country/Political Risk: The possibility of losses due to political instability, economic downturns, or changes in foreign regulations affecting international operations.
  • Environmental and Social Risk: Risks stemming from environmental issues, climate change, or social responsibility concerns impacting banking operations.