Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) Financial Glossary

What is it? Any transfer of funds that is initiated through electronic means and results in a financial institution debiting or crediting an account. Examples of electronic funds transfer means include electronic terminal, telephone, computer, ATM or magnetic tape.

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