Balance of Trade—The balance or difference in value between the imports and exports of a country.
Bale—The form in which certain commodities are marketed. A bale of cotton, bale of hay, etc.
Bank Balance—The net amount to the credit of a depositor at the bank.
Bank Note—A note issued by a bank, payable on demand, which passes for money.
Bank Draft—An order drawn by one bank on another for the purpose of paying money.
Bank Pass-Book—A small book furnished to a depositor by his bank, in which are entered the amounts of deposits and sometimes the checks or withdrawals.
Bankrupt—A person, firm, or corporation whose liabilities exceed their assets; who are unable to meet their obligations.
Bill—A statement or record of goods bought or sold, or of services rendered.
