Are there any state-owned banks in the US?

Written by Admin | Last Updated: July 2026

Yes, state-owned or public sector banks exist in many countries. For example, in India, there are 12 nationalized public sector banks, including the State Bank of India, Canara Bank, and Bank of Baroda, where the government holds significant shareholding power.

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