ESSENCE OF INVESTMENTS FROM THE VIEWPOINT OF BANK INVESTMENT ACTIVITY

The article analyzes the key controversial theoretical and applied aspects of concepts and categories, describing the peculiarities of the investment activity and the role of banks in the investment process. The necessity of clear understanding of the terms "investments" and Investment operations of banks" is revealed in the context of the direct participation of banking sector in he country's economic growth. Key differences between investment operations and other types of banking activity are demonstrated.