Bank Balances: Round Up or Down?

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The standard for banks in the US is to round down to the nearest cent. This applies to all transactions, including interest and fees. It does not matter if the amount is slightly over or under, it will always be rounded down to the nearest cent. This is the standard that is followed in the US and it is irrelevant where the money is being transferred from or to. In summary, banks in the US round all balances, including interest and fees, down to the nearest cent. This applies to all transactions, regardless of the amount being slightly over or under. It is the standard that is followed in the US and is irrelevant where the money is being transferred from or to.
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Do banks round balances?

For example with interest and everything let's say my current balance is suppose to be 5367.872
sense you can't have a part of a penny do banks round that down to?
5367.87
or do banks round that up to?
5367.88

what if it was
5367.875
would that get rounded up or down?

or do banks actually count my current balance out to three significant figures or four or nothing of the sort?

thanks
 
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I know it really doesn't matter but I don't want to hand in my assignment and have a grader argue with me sense I don't know how banks handle this issue and my grader might so if someone can tell me the standard that would be great

also note that i live in the U.S. the standards that banks follow outside of the U.S. on this issue is irrelevant because I will be handing this assignment in in the U.S.
 
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does anyone know?
 
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Yes, a bank would round both 5367.872 and 5367.875 down to 5367.87.
 

FAQ: Bank Balances: Round Up or Down?

What does "rounding up" or "rounding down" mean for bank balances?

When rounding a bank balance, it means to convert the amount to the nearest whole number. Rounding up means rounding the balance to the next highest whole number, while rounding down means rounding to the next lowest whole number.

Why do banks round up or down bank balances?

Banks usually round up or down bank balances to make transactions and calculations easier. It also helps to avoid dealing with fractions of a cent, which can lead to errors and discrepancies.

How does rounding up or down affect my bank balance?

Rounding up or down may slightly impact your bank balance, but it should not make a significant difference. For example, if your balance is $10.53 and it is rounded down to $10, you will still have access to the remaining $0.53. It will only affect your balance in cases of large numbers and multiple transactions.

Is rounding up or down a common practice among all banks?

Yes, rounding up or down is a common practice among most banks. However, some banks may have different rounding policies, so it is always best to check with your bank for their specific policies.

Can I choose whether my bank balances are rounded up or down?

No, banks have their own policies for rounding up or down bank balances, and customers do not have a say in this matter. However, if you have concerns about your bank's rounding policies, you can always reach out to them for clarification.

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