Ben Bernanke said "So the purpose of the test is to try to ensure that even in a bad scenario, banks will have enough capital." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordFebruary 23, 2009

So the purpose of the test is to try to ensure that even in a bad scenario, banks will have enough capital.

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Explaining the purpose of the stress test for banks.

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