### Question
What is the definition of financial holding company?


### Answer
The definition of **financial holding company** is as follows in *12 U.S.C. § 1841*:

> a bank holding company that meets the requirements of section 1843(l)(1) of this title

#### Citation:
  - *12 U.S.C. § 1841*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 17-BANK HOLDING COMPANIES**

